Sobolewski named “Legal Advisor of the Year” at the 18th Annual Turnaround Awards

John Sobolewski, a partner in Wachtell Lipton’s Restructuring and Finance department, was named “Legal Advisor of the Year” by The M&A Advisor at the 18th Annual Turnaround Awards.

The Turnaround Awards honor individuals and companies that demonstrate excellence, innovation, and outstanding performance in navigating challenging financial situations and driving successful turnarounds.

Notably, John led the team representing Lumen Technologies in a comprehensive debt recapitalization transaction involving over $12.5 billion of outstanding indebtedness.

John represents sponsors and corporate borrowers in their most complex financing and liability management transactions.  His multidisciplinary practice spans finance and restructuring, including leveraged M&A and LBOs, special situations and liability management, debt capital markets offerings, syndicated and direct loans, NAV loans and capital call facilities, management company financings, and in-court and out-of-court workouts.

Click here to view the complete list of award winners.