Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Hunton Andrews Kurth has a preeminent bankruptcy practice renowned for its litigation team, which regularly handles large-scale disputes. The firm represents large debtors in significant Chapter 7 and 11 cases, and advises on restructurings for a diverse array of clients including financial institutions, nonprofit organizations and both private and public companies. It is able to leverage its offices throughout the USA to advise on matters nationwide. The team is further noted for its international restructuring and administration experience.
Work Highlights
- Hunton Andrews Kurth represented J Crew in ongoing issues arising since its entry into and emergence from its 2020 Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Strengths
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"Hunton has been excellent in finding practical solutions and providing strategic advice in tackling tough scenarios. The entire law firm is excellent in terms of client service."
"They are extremely experienced, possess a strong bench, and they are a market leader in creative structuring and solutions."
"They are extremely competent, efficient and stick to the budget."
"They do a great job of bringing the entire team to the table to ensure the best possible structure for both esoteric and plain vanilla matters."
"Hunton has been excellent in finding practical solutions and providing strategic advice in tackling tough scenarios. The entire law firm is excellent in terms of client service."
"They are extremely experienced, possess a strong bench, and they are a market leader in creative structuring and solutions."
"They are extremely competent, efficient and stick to the budget."
"They do a great job of bringing the entire team to the table to ensure the best possible structure for both esoteric and plain vanilla matters."
Notable Practitioners
Tyler Brown is cochair of the firm's bankruptcy and restructuring practice. He has a wealth of experience advising debtors and creditors on the full range of bankruptcy and insolvency-related matters. He has extensive experience in large Chapter 11 bankruptcies.
"Tyler Brown is extremely professional and responsive."
"I greatly admire Tyler, he is the go-to counsel for me in Virginia. He is well respected by the community and his reputation is stellar."
J.R. Smith advises financial institutions and corporations on a wide array of matters including restructurings, workouts and other bankruptcy proceedings.
"J.R. is very strong in his field. He is particularly good at advising his clients on practical, commercial solutions and his client service is excellent. It's genuinely a pleasure to work with him."
Jason Harbour predominantly works on Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, acting on behalf of debtors, creditors and purchasers. He is also regularly called upon to advise on complex transactions and structuring matters.
Justin Paget handles bankruptcy proceedings as part of his wide-ranging commercial litigation experience. His enviable client list includes several hedge funds, financial services companies and banks.
"Justin provides outstanding customer service and is very easy to work with. I highly recommend him."
Ranked Lawyers at
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
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