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Ropes & Gray says Edward Downer joined its London restructuring practice as partner
Ropes & Gray announced that restructuring lawyer Edward Downer joined its London office as a partner. The firm said the appointment was part of its investment in Europe and that he previously held a partnership in another international law firm’s restructuring and insolvency practice.
Key points
- Ropes & Gray said Downer advised on cross-border restructurings, liability management transactions and insolvency proceedings.Ropes & Gray
- The firm said Chambers UK 2026 recognized Downer in restructuring and insolvency.Ropes & Gray
- Ropes & Gray said The Legal 500 UK 2026 named Downer a Next Generation Partner in corporate restructuring and insolvency.Ropes & Gray
- The announcement did not identify Downer’s previous firm.Ropes & Gray