Bankruptcy/Restructuring
USA Guide 2024 : Louisiana
Band 2
Contact number
+1 504 558 5100About
Provided by Locke Lord LLP
Locke Lord’s Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Insolvency practice is well respected in Louisiana, and throughout the country, for handling complex, difficult cases that may have already proved too challenging for other firms. The Firm is known for working on the leading edge of the law to craft innovative solutions that simplify messy cases, particularly in the energy sector. This is exemplified by the novelty and complexity of the legal issues regularly addressed by the group, as well as by the caliber of clients relying upon Locke Lord as go-to counsel for restructuring, insolvency, and bankruptcy issues. The Firm has established a strong reputation for its ability to secure important victories in the courtroom and an excellent ability to get deals done. Our attorneys are involved in some of the country’s most significant bankruptcy matters, securing precedent setting court rulings for our clients, and negotiating innovative deals outside of court to restructure distressed loans and restructure businesses to maximize value for our clients.
Chambers Review
Locke Lord LLP demonstrates substantial expertise across a range of bankruptcy, restructuring and insolvency issues. The firm is noted for its significant courtroom experience, as well as its strength in the energy sector. Its experience includes large-scale Chapter 11 proceedings and distressed transactions.
Work Highlights
- Locke Lord LLP represented the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors as co-counsel in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy of the Archdiocese of New Orleans.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Locke Lord has a very experienced team that provides excellent guidance during legal matters."
"There has never been a complex matter in which the firm's ability to handle such a matter was a concern."
"Locke Lord has a very experienced team that provides excellent guidance during legal matters."
"There has never been a complex matter in which the firm's ability to handle such a matter was a concern."
Notable Practitioners
Rick Kuebel III frequently acts for clients on Chapter 11 cases, and is also well equipped to advise on transactions involving distressed assets and corporate restructuring. He is praised for his oil and gas sector expertise.
Brad Knapp is noted for his bankruptcy practice, which includes particular experience in Chapter 11 proceedings. He brings to bear additional energy expertise and wider litigation capabilities.
"Brad is always quick to respond to requests and his level of service is top notch!"
"He provides excellent support during legal matters."
Jason Marechal Cerise is an experienced bankruptcy practitioner with particular expertise in representing clients in the energy sector.
"A very capable lawyer."
Ranked Lawyers at
Locke Lord LLP
Louisiana