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Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite - USA - Nationwide
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What the team is known for

Kirkland & Ellis offers an outstanding practice with a deep bench that remains a popular choice for distressed companies seeking top quality representation on high profile bankruptcy and restructuring cases. It is also regularly engaged by major creditors, including private equity and hedge funds, and regarded as a dominant presence in Chapter 11 cases involving distressed energy sector clients. A strong presence across the firm's European and Asian offices enables the restructuring group to handle the most complex of cross-border cases.

Work Highlights

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  • Kirkland & Ellis represented Bed Bath & Beyond and its subsidiaries in their Chapter 11 cases.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Edward O Sassower
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Edward O Sassower
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Edward Sassower enjoys a leading reputation for his bankruptcy practice, advising debtors on matters such as Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court restructurings. His broad client base includes a number of significant corporations in the retail sector.

"His wise counsel and leadership have always produced extraordinary results."

Joshua A Sussberg
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Joshua A Sussberg
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Joshua Sussberg is known for his skilled handling of high profile bankruptcy proceedings. He routinely advises on Chapter 11 proceedings and offers notable expertise in acting for clients in the retail sector.

"He jumps into a crisis with a calming demeanor, quickly wins the confidence of stakeholders and becomes a confidant."

"Joshua is incredible. He's a true force of intellect and experience in this field."

"Josh is one of the smartest and most practical attorneys I have worked with. He is able to succinctly summarize very complicated issues both to the client and the court."

Anup Sathy
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Anup Sathy
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Anup Sathy has experience handling matters across a range of industries, including the retail, energy, automotive and media sectors. His practice spans restructurings, workouts, bankruptcies and distressed M&A.

"Anup is outstanding. He is very level-headed and extremely practical."

"Anup is incredibly bright, thoughtful and sees the big picture."

Patrick J Nash, Jr
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Patrick J Nash, Jr
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Patrick Nash is regularly called upon to assist clients with a range of matters, including restructurings, distressed M&A and financing issues.

"He is very commercial and a true thought partner."

Nicole L Greenblatt
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Nicole L Greenblatt
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Nicole Greenblatt has a growing national reputation for her handling of domestic and international bankruptcy matters. She regularly represents debtors in Chapter 11 proceedings, and offers recent experience in the healthcare sector.

Ranked Lawyers at
Kirkland & Ellis

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USA - Nationwide

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Edward O Sassower
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Edward O Sassower
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Band 1
Joshua A Sussberg
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Joshua A Sussberg
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Band 1
Anup Sathy
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Anup Sathy
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Band 3
Patrick J Nash, Jr
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Patrick J Nash, Jr
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Band 3
Nicole L Greenblatt
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Nicole L Greenblatt
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Band 4