March 26, 2026
Willkie partners Craig C. Martin, Chairman, Americas, and Matt D. Basil contributed an article to the 2026 edition of the Chambers Crisis Management Global Practice Guide.
The article provides an overview of crisis management through the lens of legal practice, including areas of recurring crises and emerging risks linked to AI, effective response in a multifaceted and fast-evolving crisis scenario, as well as crisis prevention measures.
Craig and Matt draw on their extensive experience counseling clients in crisis situations to pinpoint the keys to a successful response. The article highlights the need for lawyers to act swiftly and strategically, balancing legal, regulatory, public relations and business issues while maintaining clear communication with clients and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
Willkie associates Melissa Braunstein and Nicole Leon-Elvir also contributed to the article.
Willkie’s global Crisis Management Practice Group is widely recognized as a market leader. Our team assists clients in navigating high-stakes challenges while minimizing legal, regulatory and reputational risks. We represent clients globally in government investigations, internal investigations, regulatory enforcement actions and sensitive corporate matters requiring rapid, strategic response.
View the full article “Trends and Developments in USA – Illinois” in the Chambers Crisis Management 2026 guide here.
The article provides an overview of crisis management through the lens of legal practice, including areas of recurring crises and emerging risks linked to AI, effective response in a multifaceted and fast-evolving crisis scenario, as well as crisis prevention measures.
Craig and Matt draw on their extensive experience counseling clients in crisis situations to pinpoint the keys to a successful response. The article highlights the need for lawyers to act swiftly and strategically, balancing legal, regulatory, public relations and business issues while maintaining clear communication with clients and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
Willkie associates Melissa Braunstein and Nicole Leon-Elvir also contributed to the article.
Willkie’s global Crisis Management Practice Group is widely recognized as a market leader. Our team assists clients in navigating high-stakes challenges while minimizing legal, regulatory and reputational risks. We represent clients globally in government investigations, internal investigations, regulatory enforcement actions and sensitive corporate matters requiring rapid, strategic response.
View the full article “Trends and Developments in USA – Illinois” in the Chambers Crisis Management 2026 guide here.
