Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Pennsylvania: Philadelphia & Surrounds
What the team is known for
Flaster Greenberg PC is a superb group acting for a wide range of clients, including debtors and creditors, and frequently engaged by Fortune 500 companies. The firm advises on an array of issues, including workouts, insolvency-related disputes and creditors' rights matters. It also frequently acts as trustee in complex Chapter 11 proceedings. The team is experienced in Chapter 7 issues, including business and asset sales, regularly representing trustees.
Strengths
"Flaster Greenberg has a team of highly experienced, practiced and sound lawyers, who provide solid advice to clients."
"The team at Flaster Greenberg provides excellent service and knowledge of the law. It is very responsive and prompt in returning calls and staying on top of deadlines."
"The team recognizes and provides excellent legal advice to the issues presented. It has multiple members of the firm handling various aspects of the case."
Work highlights
Flaster Greenberg acted as co-counsel to the Official Retiree Committee of the City of Chester, in the city's Chapter 9 bankruptcy.
Notable practitioners
Harry Giacometti is chair of the bankruptcy and restructuring department at Flaster Greenberg. He frequently represents debtors from the mechanics, retail and real estate markets. "Harry is extremely knowledgeable and responsive to my legal needs in all cases." "Harry is great, he is not rigid in his approach but flowing, he is someone who can adapt his style to best fit the demands of the case and the client. He is very smart, and has a wide diverse level of experience in a lot of areas."
William Burnett is well regarded for his broad bankruptcy expertise, which includes Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 proceedings. He acts for a range of clients, including debtors, creditors and trustees. "William is a very smart and technically sound practitioner, who has a strong knowledge of the law."