Christopher Greco Email & Phone Number

Chris Greco is a partner in Kirkland’s Restructuring Group. He represents debtors, creditors, equity holders, sponsors, boards of directors and investors in all aspects of corporate restructuring transactions across a broad range of industries. Chris has advised clients in some of the most complex and contentious bankruptcy proceedings in recent years.Chambers USA has recognized Chris as a leading lawyer with sources noting that “he resolves issues with a very commercial lens and strong understanding of the law, ” and that “he is a strong and effective bankruptcy lawyer.” Chris has been described as “very commercial and comfortable in court,” and as “very devoted to his clients and a wonderful guy to talk with.” Sources have also noted that he “is a remarkable lawyer” who “brings a great deal of experience and is a great, hands-on attorney who provides tremendous support” and is “an excellent, level-headed, constructive, personable and thoughtful guy” who is notable for his “good business sense.”The American Bankruptcy Institute selected Chris for its 2019 list of “Forty Under Forty–Emerging Leaders in Insolvency Practice.” Chris was also named one of Law360’s “Risings Stars for 2019,” one of five bankruptcy attorneys under 40 whose accomplishments transcend their age. In 2018, Chris was named an “Outstanding Young Restructuring Lawyer” by Turnarounds & Workouts, one of 12 individuals selected under the age of 40 for accomplishments in corporate restructuring.Chris is a frequent lecturer, speaker, and writer on restructuring related topics. He recently published articles in notable industry publications, including New York Law Journal and Journal of Corporate Renewal, among others. Chris serves on the Board of Visitors of Wake Forest University School of Law and has taught classes on distressed investing at a number of law schools, including Wake Forest, Penn, and Cardozo.Chris serves as co-chair of Kirkland’s Firmwide Recruiting Committee as well as co-chair of the New York Office Recruiting Committee, which guide the Firm’s on-campus, lateral and summer associate program efforts. He has been active in leading several major training and development programs for the Restructuring Group and serves on numerous other committees throughout the Firm.

Listed skills include Corporate Governance, Restructuring, Litigation, Legal Research, and 8 others.