John R. Ashmead

John R. Ashmead

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2020

About John

John Ashmead heads Seward & Kissel’s Corporate Restructuring and Bankruptcy Group. John is a recognized expert in insolvency and distressed situations. His experience spans workouts, chapter 11, liquidations and foreign insolvency proceedings, where he represents trustees, agents, lenders, bondholders and other creditors, borrowers, equity holders, acquirers, members of and formal and informal creditor committees, and directors. In addition to restructurings, his engagements include bankruptcy litigation, private equity and strategic investments, acquisitions, plan sponsorship, and structured finance transactions.

John Ashmead heads Seward & Kissel’s Corporate Restructuring and Bankruptcy Group. John is a recognized expert in insolvency and distressed situations. His experience spans workouts, chapter 11, liquidations and foreign insolvency proceedings, where he represents trustees, agents, lenders, bondholders and other creditors, borrowers, equity holders, acquirers, members of and formal and informal creditor committees, and directors. In addition to restructurings, his engagements include bankruptcy litigation, private equity and strategic investments, acquisitions, plan sponsorship, and structured finance transactions.

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Reviews

4.4 / 5

30 Reviews

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Jean Konopelski

Feb 03, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at John R. Ashmead's legal practice

Needed help with Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and John R. Ashmead delivered on their promises. They're professional, efficient, and easy to talk to. Good c...

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Lorenzo Volkman

Feb 03, 2026

Solid work and professional service from John R. Ashmead in New York for New York residents

I've worked with a few lawyers in New York over the years, but John R. Ashmead stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times. I felt...

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Ashley Ryan

Feb 03, 2026

Simply amazing representation from John R. Ashmead's office during my recent legal matter

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in New York, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. John R. Ashmead is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at all! They real...

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Peggy Smitham

Feb 03, 2026

Outstanding experience with John R. Ashmead in New York - truly the best legal team

I was really stressed about my case in New York, but John R. Ashmead made everything so smooth and stress-free. Seriously, the best decision I've made lately was hiring them. They handled every detail...

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Alvin Langworth

Feb 03, 2026

Reliable lawyer you can count on - John R. Ashmead provided excellent service throughout

Solid experience overall with the law firm of John R. Ashmead. They know Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law inside and out and gave me great advice. Very helpful...