Bankruptcy Litigation
USA Guide 2024 : Florida
Band 2
Chambers Review
Continental PLLC boasts a strong reputation in the bankruptcy market. The team is renowned for its ability to handle litigation containing cross-border elements. The group has notable experience of advising on matters arising from allegations of avoidance, breach of contract and fraud. The practitioners have further experience handling high-profile debt restructurings.
Work Highlights
- Continental PLLC served as special litigation counsel representing the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico in 26 separate litigations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has excellent lawyers and knows how to staff a complex matter."
"Continental PLLC dealt with a variety of complex issues and they consistently provide sound advice and representation."
"Continental has a very motivated and talented team that regularly handles complex and sophisticated matters and provides excellent service and responsiveness."
"The firm has excellent lawyers and knows how to staff a complex matter."
"Continental PLLC dealt with a variety of complex issues and they consistently provide sound advice and representation."
"Continental has a very motivated and talented team that regularly handles complex and sophisticated matters and provides excellent service and responsiveness."
Notable Practitioners
John Arrastia is renowned for his ability to handle complex litigation involving allegations of fraud and professional malpractice. He also has substantial experience advising creditors in insolvency proceedings.
"He is a strong business attorney who is practical in his approach."
"He is a confident litigator who can be very persuasive when appearing before the judge. He is someone who commands respect."
"John is an experienced, savvy lawyer who always remains focused on the end result. He is attuned to the client's goals and the best path to achieve them."
Jesus Suarez wins praise for his growing bankruptcy litigation practice. He represents clients in disputes relating to Ponzi schemes, and is adept at acting for creditors and trustees.
"He is a talented litigator who is particularly strong in insolvency-related litigation, directors' liability and avoidance actions."
"Besides his good legal abilities, he is someone who has the ability to see around the corner and anticipate what is to come."
"He is creative, an effective problem solver and effective in a courtroom."