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Goldberg Kohn has received prestigious recognition in Chambers USA 2026 in three practice areas, while eight attorneys earned individual rankings.
For more than two decades, the firm’s national practice groups have maintained top rankings: Band 2 in Commercial Finance, Band 4 in Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights, and Band 4 in Litigation. Law firms and individuals are ranked in bands from 1 (highest) to 6 (lowest). Being ranked by Chambers in any band is a significant achievement.
Commercial Finance
The Commercial Finance Practice’s Individually Ranked attorneys are:
- Michael Hainen – Band 3
- William Starshak – Band 3
- Jessica DeBruin – Band 5
- Richard Kohn – Senior Statesperson
Clients praise the Commercial Finance group’s experience, deep market knowledge, senior partner’s direct attention, efficiency and, above all, ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters.
Said one client, "The firm offers industry experience and expertise. It provides quick turnaround times with thoughtful edits, comments and suggestions. It helps us find mutual ground with our clients."
Another client added, "The team of lawyers is extremely knowledgeable and client oriented. The attorneys focus on their clients' needs and deliver solutions that work for the specific client."
Bankruptcy & Creditors Rights
The Bankruptcy & Creditors Rights Practice Group’s Individually Ranked attorneys are:
- Randall Klein – Band 1
- Jeremy Downs – Band 3
- Dimitri Karcazes – Band 5
Chambers reports that Goldberg Kohn wins recognition for its representation of creditor-side clients in midmarket bankruptcies and restructurings.
Said one client: "Goldberg Kohn's attorneys have a great grasp of the law mixed with excellent business instincts."
Another client said: “They are very communicative, thorough, practical and commercial."
Litigation
David Chizewer, who is chair of Goldberg Kohn's Litigation Practice Group, is again Individually Ranked in Band 3.
Clients praise David for his intelligence and his clear logic and strategy. Said one client: "David is smart, pragmatic, level-headed and does good work."
A client said about the entire Litigation Practice Group: "They are fantastic at what they do and take full responsibility from A-Z."
Another client added: "They are an incredibly talented, polished and thoughtful litigation group."
About Chambers
With more than 200 research analysts on the Chambers and Partners team, the top lawyers and law firms from around the world are identified and ranked based on in-depth, objective research. Goldberg Kohn is extremely proud of the rankings the firm and our attorneys have accomplished.
For more information on these prestigious rankings or their methodology, visit Chambers.com.
