Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 2
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Paul Hastings boasts highly rated practice groups with a proven track record in high-stakes, complicated bankruptcy proceedings, including those with cross-border elements involving Latin America. Clients benefit from a deep pool of industry experts across the United States, with expertise in committee, debtor and lender-side engagements.
Work Highlights
- Paul Hastings represented the official committee of unsecured creditors in the Chapter 11 case of FTX.
Strengths
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"One area that stands out is the boutique attention from senior members of the team. The resources that are deployed are both effective and efficient."
"Their ability to draw on prior transactions and relationships allows for efficient coordination and highly commercial problem-solving for clients."
"Paul Hastings has a deep team with talent from the partner through to associate level."
"One area that stands out is the boutique attention from senior members of the team. The resources that are deployed are both effective and efficient."
"Their ability to draw on prior transactions and relationships allows for efficient coordination and highly commercial problem-solving for clients."
"Paul Hastings has a deep team with talent from the partner through to associate level."
Notable Practitioners
Kristopher Hansen garners praise for his strong expertise in the full range of bankruptcy matters, and routinely acts for clients including banks, lenders and creditors in Chapter 11 proceedings. He also serves as cochair of the firm's financial restructuring group.
"Kris is the leader in his field. He excels in his ability to see the risks and opportunities, and is exceedingly helpful in complex negotiations and transactions."
"He is a very knowledgeable and a strategic thinker."
"Kris is a strong leader and an extraordinary negotiator. He proposes tactics that are a few steps ahead."
Jayme Goldstein acts for a broad array of clients including creditors' committees, lenders and noteholders in Chapter 11 cases and bankruptcy transactions. He has significant experience handling matters relating to the retail and oil and gas sectors.
"Jayme is very knowledgeable, insightful and resourceful. He knows the law and how to apply it in a manner that helps his clients achieve the maximum desired outcome."
"Jayme suggests practical solutions aimed at mutual resolution, and is always available and ready to work through problems real-time as they arise."
"He is very client-friendly and acts to build relationships and trust."
Ranked Lawyers at
Paul Hastings LLP
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