Robert G. "Bob" Sanker

Robert G. 'Bob' Sanker: Bankruptcy, Reorganization and Creditor Rights Attorney in Cincinnati

Bob Sanker is a distinguished attorney with a specialized practice concentrated in bankruptcy, reorganization, and creditor rights. His extensive experience spans various legal matters including representing debtors, creditors, creditors’ committees, lenders, investors, and purchasers in Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings. He has represented creditors and court-appointed representatives of future claimants in major mass tort bankruptcy proceedings, such as the Eagle Pitcher Industries, Wallace and Gale, and G-I Holdings cases. Bob's remarkable appearances before Bankruptcy Courts across the country have earned him recognition in both litigation and insolvency law fields.

Practice Areas

• Litigation - Bankruptcy
• Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Banker Sanker has garnered multiple recognitions for his work in bankruptcy law, including being named Lawyer of the Year in Cincinnati by Best Attorney USA in both 2026 and 2024. His professional affiliations include serving as Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Midwest Regional Bankruptcy Seminar. He is also a member of prestigious organizations such as Chambers USA: America’s Leading Business Lawyers, where he has been listed since 2013.

Education and Credentials

• Universities: Georgetown University, Xavier University
• Education: Bachelor of Arts in Law, Georgetown University; Juris Doctorate (J.D.), Xavier University
• Bar Admissions: State Bar of Ohio and United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio

Firms

Banker Sanker currently practices at Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL, where he brings over 30 years of legal expertise to his clients.

Affiliations and Recognitions

• Chambers USA: America’s Leading Business Lawyers (since 2013)
• Named Lawyer of the Year by Best Attorney USA in Litigation - Bankruptcy (Cincinnati, 2026) and Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Cincinnati, 2024)

Banker Sanker's commitment to excellence is further demonstrated by his recognition as AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, which acknowledges the highest level of professional excellence and integrity in legal practice. His work in bankruptcy law encompasses a wide range of specialized areas including Asbestos, Chapter 12, Commercial, Creditor Committees, Creditors' Rights, Debtors' Rights, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Out-of-Court Workouts, and Workouts and Restructurings.

Locations

Banker Sanker is based in Cincinnati, Ohio, serving clients with a deep understanding of the local legal landscape and community dynamics.