About

Provided by Adelman & Gettleman Ltd

Now celebrating its 40th anniversary, Adelman & Gettleman, Ltd. has established itself as one of Chicago's oldest and most respected business insolvency firms. We are a team of nine attorneys whose practice is dedicated exclusively to Chapter 11 reorganizations, chapter 7 liquidations, asset sales, insolvency, workouts and general restructurings. 


In addition to commercial litigation in both federal and state courts, Adelman & Gettleman has participated in major bankruptcy, workout and reorganization cases, representing debtors, secured creditors, unsecured creditors, trustees, insurers, lessors and committees throughout the United States. Members of the firm have tried and argued cases in numerous bankruptcy courts, federal district courts, and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.


The firm prides itself on its quality, integrity and thorough analysis of the alternatives and ramifications of every case, big or small, in order to fashion the most appropriate, efficient and cost-effective means of achieving a client's goals. The firm aggressively protects and asserts the rights of its clients and has accumulated the legal know-how, practical knowledge and business acumen necessary to find solutions to complex financial situations.


With over 223 years of collective experience, the attorneys at Adelman & Gettleman have the well-earned reputation for getting difficult jobs done while maintaining the firm's ideal of being responsible participants in the legal system.

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Illinois
4
Band 4
What the team is known for

Compact boutique recognized for its strength in all aspects of bankruptcy law. Represents both creditors and debtors in Chapter 11 cases, out-of-court workouts and distressed asset sales, among other matters. Also active in bankruptcy courts in Indiana and Wisconsin, in addition to its Illinois presence.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Howard Adelman
3
Howard Adelman
3
Band 3

Howard Adelman is noted for his strength in Chapter 11 cases. He works with debtors, creditors' committees and financial institutions.

"Howard lives and breathes the bankruptcy code."

Adam Silverman
4
Adam Silverman
4
Band 4

Adam Silverman is well regarded in the market for his impressive experience in bankruptcy matters. He represents clients in Chapters 7 and 11 proceedings, among other matters.

"Adam is smart and collaborative."

"Adam is a phenomenal lawyer. He is incredibly practical and will look at issues and understand them right away."

"He is a really quality attorney."

Chad H Gettleman
4
Chad H Gettleman
4
Band 4

Chad Gettleman has vast experience acting in bankruptcy and reorganization cases. He typically works with debtors.

"Chad is an excellent lawyer."

Ranked Lawyers at
Adelman & Gettleman Ltd

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Illinois

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Howard Adelman
3
Howard Adelman
3
Band 3
Adam Silverman
4
Adam Silverman
4
Band 4
Chad H Gettleman
4
Chad H Gettleman
4
Band 4

Members

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Alexander Brougham

Erich Buck

Henry Merens

Nicholas Dwayne

Steven Chaiken

Tevin Bowens