Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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The lawyers in Duane Morris' Business Reorganization and Financial Restructuring group have earned a reputation for thoroughly understanding the rights and obligations of the various constituencies involved with a financially distressed company, developing a plan of action designed to achieve the client's goals, and executing the plan under what are often very difficult and rapidly changing circumstances. Regardless of whether the plan of action involves bankruptcy, the enforcement of creditors' rights, an out-of-court financial restructuring transaction, or an insurance company or cross-border insolvency, Duane Morris lawyers are fully prepared to protect and advance the client's interests.
Duane Morris has bankruptcy, restructuring and creditors' rights lawyers in many major business and financial centers. This broad geographic reach includes a presence in our offices in New York, Singapore, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, San Diego, San Francisco, Boston, Atlanta, Miami, Pittsburgh, Newark and Wilmington, Delaware, the U.S. corporate law capital. While we are positioned in close proximity to the majority of our clients, no matter where they are based, our clients benefit from the seamless delivery of our legal services.
Chambers Review
Duane Morris LLP houses a distinguished practice handling high-profile Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings and major restructurings. Its practitioners have considerable experience in cross-jurisdictional insolvency work and creditors' rights matters and has significant experience in asset depositions, business and finance markets.
Work Highlights
- Duane Morris LLP represented StoneMor in the bankruptcy cases of Moon Group in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I would highly recommend Duane Morris to anyone looking for a firm that really puts your best interests at heart. The law firm has a wide bench of diversified lawyers, who are available for consultation."
"An excellent team of attorneys who reliably provide considered, practical and effective advice in matters ranging from routine to highly complex and contentious."
"I would highly recommend Duane Morris to anyone looking for a firm that really puts your best interests at heart. The law firm has a wide bench of diversified lawyers, who are available for consultation."
"An excellent team of attorneys who reliably provide considered, practical and effective advice in matters ranging from routine to highly complex and contentious."
Notable Practitioners
Rudolph Di Massa demonstrates significant expertise acting on behalf of individuals and corporations involved in high-value bankruptcy and restructuring proceedings.
Lawrence Kotler is a respected practitioner with demonstrable expertise in acting for a range of parties involved in complex bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 7 and 11 proceedings.
James Holman possesses broad expertise in representing trustees and financial institutions in high-value bankruptcy proceedings.
"James Holman provides good, sound advice."
Wendy Simkulak is noted for her representation of creditors in complex finance related bankruptcy matters.
"Wendy has a sharp intellect and deep experience. She provides trusted counsel, guidance and delivers optimal results to clients."
Catherine Heitzenrater routinely assists insurance companies and secured creditors on a range of bankruptcy and restructuring issues. She has notable experience of advising clients on complex commercial Chapter 11 bankruptcy matters.
"Catherine is an exceptional attorney who capably and effectively navigates complex matters to obtain optimal results for her clients."
"Catherine is a very good, practical and smart lawyer. She provides effective and sensible solutions, and gets very involved in local organizations."
Drew McGehrin is a well-regarded associate who assists clients with out-of-court workouts and restructurings. His clients include creditors' committees, debtors and insurance companies.
"Drew is a consummate professional who reliably provides sound advice and exceptional client service."
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