Sussman Shank LLP is honored to announce the recognition of our firm and attorneys in the 2025 edition of the Chambers USA Guide.
Sussman Shank, as a firm, is recognized in the area of Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Oregon. Our firm’s Bankruptcy/Restructuring Group is one of the largest and most experienced in the Pacific Northwest. We have represented debtors in some of the most important Chapter 11 cases in the region, and represented major secured creditors, asset purchasers, and Trustees in Chapter 11 cases, as well as court-appointed receivers in multiple multi-faceted and high-profile cases.
In addition, Chambers USA recognized Managing Partner Susan Ford, and attorneys Howard Levine, Jeffrey Misley, and Benjamin Pirie, as leaders in their fields.
Susan Ford – Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Oregon
Susan is a respected attorney with over 30 years of experience representing creditors and other stakeholders in bankruptcy proceedings across numerous jurisdictions in the United States, primarily in Oregon and Washington.
Howard Levine – Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Oregon
Howard is a seasoned attorney with more than 35 years of experience representing secured creditors, asset purchasers, and others in Chapter 11 cases filed in Oregon, Washington, and throughout the United States. His practice also includes representing plaintiffs and defendants in federal and state court litigation and in receivership cases.
Jeffrey (Jeff) Misley – Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Oregon
Jeff is a trusted attorney with 40 years of experience representing creditors, lenders, governmental entities, trustees, and court appointed receivers in both federal and state court cases. He has represented secured creditors in Chapter 11 cases filed throughout the country. A significant portion of Jeff’s practice involves the representation of farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
Benjamin (Ben) Pirie – Cannabis Law: Western United States in USA – Nationwide
Ben is a go-to advisor for clients navigating complex regulatory challenges in highly regulated industries, including Oregon’s cannabis and hemp markets. He also counsels business clients on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and other business law matters.
Chambers is regarded as one of the most trusted independent assessments of legal expertise and client service in the industry. The results are based on extensive research and in-depth interviews to evaluate professional qualities most valued by lawyers and clients. The firm’s ranking is a significant achievement, and underscores Sussman Shank’s strong expertise and accomplishments in the legal world.
About Sussman Shank LLP
Sussman Shank is a full-service business, litigation, and commercial bankruptcy law firm based in Portland, Oregon. Our team of 30 experienced lawyers is dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services to businesses and individuals in a wide range of industries. For 65 years, Sussman Shank have built a reputation as a trusted and respected firm in the Pacific Northwest. We are proud to be recognized as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon” for 19 years.
