Firm Recognized as US Domestic Firm of the Year, Best in State (Delaware) and Restructuring Deal of the Year for Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy

Cole Schotz P.C. has received three honors at the 2026 IFLR Americas Awards, including US Domestic Firm of the Year, US Domestic: Best in State (Delaware) and Restructuring Deal of the Year for its work on the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy.

Presented by The Lawyer in partnership with International Financial Law Review, the IFLR Americas Awards recognize the most innovative firms, lawyers, teams and transactions across the Americas, celebrating those setting new standards for excellence and shaping the future of the legal industry.

Selected as a finalist in five categories, Cole Schotz earned top honors in three, underscoring the firm’s national reputation, depth of talent and ability to deliver sophisticated legal solutions in complex, high-stakes matters.

“These awards are a tremendous honor and a testament to the talent, dedication and collaborative spirit of our attorneys,” said Warren A. Usatine, Co-Managing Shareholder of Cole Schotz P.C. “At the heart of our success are the relationships we build with our clients and the trust they place in us to navigate their most complex and consequential legal challenges.”

In addition to its three wins, Cole Schotz was shortlisted for two individual honors: North America Diversity Champion, recognizing Jennifer Chung, and Best in State Leader (Delaware), recognizing Justin Alberto.

The awards were presented on October 15 at the 2026 IFLR Americas Awards ceremony in New York.

IFLR1000 recognizes the firms and lawyers behind the world’s most significant financial and corporate transactions. Its independent rankings combine deal evidence, client feedback and market intelligence to help clients identify leading advisers and firms showcase their expertise.

More information about the 2026 IFLR Americas Awards is available here.

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