Katten Strengthens Restructuring Practice with High-Profile Hire in Los Angeles
Event summary
- Genevieve Weiner joins Katten's Los Angeles office as a partner in its Restructuring practice, effective August 19, 2026.
- Weiner brings experience representing secured and unsecured creditors, lenders, debtors, and other stakeholders in complex restructuring matters.
- She has been recognized by Chambers USA for Bankruptcy/Restructuring in California and named one of the American Bankruptcy Institute's '40 Under 40' honorees in 2022.
- Katten has nearly 650 attorneys across the United States, London, and Shanghai, with core practice areas including restructuring, corporate, and financial markets.
The big picture
Katten's hire of Genevieve Weiner underscores the firm's strategic focus on expanding its restructuring capabilities, particularly in key markets like Los Angeles. This move comes amid increasing demand for sophisticated restructuring services as economic uncertainties persist. The addition of a recognized leader in the field positions Katten to better compete with established players in the restructuring space.
What we're watching
- West Coast Expansion
- Whether Katten can leverage Weiner's expertise to capture a larger share of the West Coast restructuring market.
- Industry Diversification
- How Weiner's experience across healthcare, real estate, technology, and corporate transactions will diversify Katten's client base.
- Competitive Positioning
- The pace at which Katten can differentiate itself from competitors like Sidley Austin in the restructuring space.