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Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights
Recognized by Chambers as one of the top bankruptcy practices in Virginia, Hirschler’s bankruptcy team includes a past chair of the Bankruptcy Section of the Richmond Bar Association, a past president of the Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, a former bankruptcy trustee for the District of Columbia, a past chair of the Business Bankruptcy Committee of the District of Columbia Bar and two judicial law clerks. In addition to handling cases throughout Virginia, firm lawyers also frequently appear in the bankruptcy courts of Maryland and the District of Columbia and have represented clients in bankruptcy proceedings in New York, Texas, Arizona and California. With decades of experience, the team advises troubled businesses and business owners, lenders, creditors’ committees, bankruptcy trustees and other key participants in the bankruptcy and restructuring process.
Chambers Review
Hirschler has an established practice that is noted for its creditors' rights expertise, as well as its representation of debtors. The department handles a range of Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 matters, and is adept at out-of-court restructuring, bankruptcy litigation and Section 363 asset sales, among other matters. It is a leading firm for midmarket bankruptcies in the state and well suited to serving as local counsel on larger cases.
Work Highlights
- Hirschler acted for the Trustee of the Health Diagnostic Laboratory Liquidating Trust to bring avoidance actions against transferees, asset sales and judgment collection claims.
Strengths
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"Hirschler performs at a very high level. Its work product and strategy are top-notch. In my experience, Hirschler is practical and solution-oriented."
"The team has many years of outstanding experience and is always on top of the cases."
"They are knowledgeable on the laws and have strong business acumen, always providing prompt and thoughtful responses."
"Hirschler has a seasoned team of professionals with diverse specialties, who were able to handle everything that came up."
"The issues raised in my case have been complex, and Hirschler has done an excellent job researching and analyzing them."
"Hirschler performs at a very high level. Its work product and strategy are top-notch. In my experience, Hirschler is practical and solution-oriented."
"The team has many years of outstanding experience and is always on top of the cases."
"They are knowledgeable on the laws and have strong business acumen, always providing prompt and thoughtful responses."
"Hirschler has a seasoned team of professionals with diverse specialties, who were able to handle everything that came up."
"The issues raised in my case have been complex, and Hirschler has done an excellent job researching and analyzing them."
Notable Practitioners
Stephen Leach has a wealth of experience advising debtors and trustees on Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 proceedings. He is regularly called upon to represent his clients in complex out-of-court workouts and liquidations.
"Stephen Leach is extremely sophisticated and a delight to deal with."
"He is a superb, sophisticated lawyer."
"Steve Leach is always a pleasure to work with. He's extremely knowledgeable and experienced."
Robert Westermann serves as head of the firm's bankruptcy and restructuring practice. He is highly esteemed for his handling of complex Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 proceedings on behalf of creditors, debtors and trustees.
David Swan is a highly regarded bankruptcy lawyer whose experience includes Chapter 11 proceedings, creditor rights issues and asset sales. He acts for both debtors and creditors' committees.
"David Swan is efficient and does a great job litigating complex issues in bankruptcy court."
Lawrence Katz is recognized for his broad bankruptcy practice, which covers bankruptcy proceedings as well as out-of-court restructurings. He also has experience acting as a Chapter 11 trustee.
"Lawrence Katz is an excellent advocate. He is knowledgeable, efficient and he is also highly regarded by the bankruptcy Bar."
"His ability to navigate the complexities of dissolution, restructuring and bankruptcy are top-notch."
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