David Meyer

Partner, Co-Head of Restructuring & Reorganization |

Vinson & Elkins LLP

David Meyer’s practice involves representing debtors, creditors, equity holders and investors in complex corporate restructurings including Chapter 11 cases, out-of-court restructurings and special situation investments and acquisitions.

David is recognized by the top legal rankings and research firms. He was recognized by Chambers USA 2021 in Restructuring/Bankruptcy for New York, and under his leadership, the New York practice gained the “Highly Regarded” Band 1 recognition. Clients praised him as “one of the best debtor-side restructuring lawyers we have ever worked with at any firm” and noted that David is “a great thought partner in complex restructurings and skilled at representing both companies and creditors.”

David has received recognition from Turnaround & Workouts, Legal 500 U.S., Best Lawyers in America© and New York Super Lawyers.

David is a member of the Complex Case Committee in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas.

Chapter Contribution

Chapter 21 | Releases in Out-of-Court and In-Court Restructurings