Troutman Pepper Locke partners Jon Aberman, Evelyn Meltzer, and Mark Silverman have been named to Lawdragon’s 2026 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy and Restructuring Lawyers.

According to Lawdragon, those recognized are advisors who represent a burgeoning group of specialists reflecting the realities of the modern economy and who can keep their cool for companies, investors, governments, and others on the fiscal precipice.

The list is based on Lawdragon’s journalistic research, nominations, and vetting with peers, clients, and other professionals.

Troutman Pepper Locke’s Bankruptcy and Restructuring group provides clients with creative solutions that prioritize recovery or return on investment. Clients impacted by distressed situations rely on the team’s know-how to enforce their rights and maximize value. The group’s deep understanding of pre- and post-insolvency issues from every stakeholder’s perspective enables them to help clients prevent and prepare for a financial crisis and, when needed, serve as trusted advisors to respond effectively to financial distress.

Troutman Pepper Locke

Troutman Pepper Locke helps clients solve complex legal challenges and achieve their business goals in an ever-changing global economy. With more than 1,600 attorneys in 30+ offices, the firm serves clients in all major industry sectors, with particular depth in energy, financial services, health care and life sciences, insurance and reinsurance, private equity, and real estate. Learn more at troutman.com.

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