Raphaella Ricciardi

Raphaella Ricciardi is an Associate in the Corporate Restructuring practice at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates.1 She is a highly qualified legal professional with extensive experience in corporate restructuring transactions across various international jurisdictions, particularly in the UK.1

Professional Experience

Ricciardi has acted as counsel in numerous corporate restructuring cases, spanning diverse industry sectors such as finance, banking, energy, shipping, and retail.1 Her expertise includes:

• Advising noteholder groups in bond restructurings
• Representing clients in Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases
• Working on complex international restructurings

Some of her notable representations include:

• Advising an ad hoc group of noteholders in Avation PLC's bond restructuring
• Representing a noteholder in the Chapter 11 cases of Voyager Aviation Holdings, LLC
• Acting for the Chapter 11 plan administrator in the US$1.19 billion restructuring of the China Fishery Group
• Assisting CATCo Reinsurance Opportunities Fund Ltd. in their restructuring before the Bermuda Supreme Court

Education and Qualifications

Ricciardi's educational background is impressive:

• J.D. from Cornell Law School (2014)
• M.B.A. from Johnson School of Business Management, Cornell University (2014)
• M.A. from Columbia University (2011)
• B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania (2010)

She is admitted to practice law in both England & Wales and New York.1

Recognition

Ricciardi's expertise in corporate law has been recognized by Best Lawyers, which named her as one of their "Ones to Watch" for 2023, 2024, and 2025.12 This recognition highlights her potential as a rising star in the legal profession.

Pro Bono Work

In addition to her corporate practice, Ricciardi is committed to pro bono work. She has provided counsel to Habitat for Humanity in collaboration with the NYU School of Law's International Transactions Clinic.1

Raphaella Ricciardi's diverse experience, educational background, and recognition in the field of corporate restructuring make her a valuable asset to Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates.