Ron E. Meisler

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

Chicago, Illinois

10+ years experience

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

212-735-3000

https://www.skadden.com/professionals/m/meisler-ron-e

320 South Canal Street Chicago IL US

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Bio

Ron E. Meisler is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Corporate Law. Ron E., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ron E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Illinois

State Capital

Springfield

Highest Court

Illinois Supreme Court

Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Chicago (2022)
Recognized: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Practice Area: Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
Practice Area: Litigation - Bankruptcy

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015

Education

The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1999

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Reviews

Gary Lee

3 months ago

Expert guidance through a complex corporate restructuring

Our mid-sized manufacturing company faced a daunting financial restructuring that required navigating both corporate and creditor rights issues. Engaging Ron Meisler at Skadden Arps was a decisive move. His deep expertise in insolvency and reorganization law, coupled with his corporate law background, provided the comprehensive strategy we needed. He clearly explained the interplay between stabilizing operations and negotiating with our secured lenders, a nuance where his decade of experience and recent 'Lawyer of the Year' recognition truly showed. Ron was a steady, strategic partner throughout the entire process, which concluded successfully. While his billing rates reflect the firm's premium standing, and there were occasional delays in receiving non-urgent email replies due to his demanding caseload, the value of his counsel far outweighed these minor considerations. I would confidently recommend him for any complex business distress situation.