Robins Kaplan LLP is pleased to announce that James P. Menton Jr., Chair of the firm’s Corporate Restructuring and Bankruptcy Group, has been named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers guide.
For over 30 years, Menton has represented a broad range of clients, including debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, trustees, directors and officers, and investment funds, in high-stakes bankruptcy proceedings, commercial disputes, and asset recovery matters. His ability to navigate complex financial and legal issues has made him a go-to advisor for resolving distressed corporate situations and fiduciary conflicts across industries.
A skilled litigator and strategist, Menton has successfully handled multimillion-dollar matters involving breach of fiduciary duty, fraudulent transfers, corporate governance, and D&O liability. His work includes advising on bankruptcy asset sales, enforcing judgments, and representing clients in director and officer litigation.
In addition to his practice, Menton is a frequent author and speaker, recently contributing insights to the Los Angeles & San Francisco Daily Journal and presenting for the Beverly Hills Bar Association and the AAML Southern California Chapter. He has been consistently recognized by Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers. In 2025, he was also named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys and Top 100 Lawyers lists, honoring attorneys whose work significantly impacts the legal profession and the broader community.
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