Bankruptcy/Restructuring
USA Guide 2024 : California
Band 4
About
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The Bankruptcy/Restructuring practice of Sheppard Mullin has been a key element of the firm's practice since its founding. We have the resources to respond to the time sensitivity of financial crises and the depth to provide whatever size team is required. And, as part of a large, broad-based commercial law firm, we are able to draw on all of the resources necessary to solve the multidisciplinary problems presented by U.S. and cross-border business insolvencies, including ERISA, FCC, FDA, intellectual property, labor, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, securities and tax.
We represent our clients in all types of regional, national and cross-border insolvency matters, ranging in size and complexity from out of court loan workouts and financial restructurings to bankruptcy proceedings in multiple jurisdictions, creditors' rights litigation and distressed acquisitions. Our clients span a wide-ranging spectrum, including secured lenders, debtors, bank groups, ad hoc and official creditors' committees, indenture trustees, loan servicers, equity holders, real property and equipment lessors, bankruptcy trustees and buyers.
Chambers Review
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton boasts a proven track record in Chapter 11 cases, representing creditors as well as creditors' committees, with clients including major financial institutions. Also regularly engaged in debtor-side representation, guiding companies through complex restructurings and litigation. Draws on the firm's full-service platform to support clients in insolvency-related issues involving ERISA, intellectual property and tax, among others. Additionally offers able counsel to Chapter 7 trustees.
Work Highlights
- Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton represented Beverly Community Hospital Association, and two of its affiliates, as lead debtors’ counsel in their Chapter 11 cases.
Strengths
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"Each member of the team is caring and excellent in their knowledge and guidance."
"The Sheppard Mullin attorneys were exceptionally responsive."
"Each member of the team is caring and excellent in their knowledge and guidance."
"The Sheppard Mullin attorneys were exceptionally responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Ori Katz acts for a range of clients on bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 proceedings and asset purchases.
"Ori was thoughtful and thorough, and had a very strong command of the subject matter we were dealing with."
"He has a very good demeanor in court and provides excellent advocacy."
"Ori is a very smart lawyer."
"Ori is fast on his feet and knows how to get the deal done efficiently."
Jennifer Nassiri offers significant experience in a wide range of bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 proceedings. She counts trustees and creditor committees among her clients.
"She provides excellent delivery and collaboration."
"Jennifer is a strategic thinker who can solve complex problems efficiently and in the best interest of her clients."
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Members
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Clients
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Aiello & Sons, LLC and Uesugi Farms
Comerica Bank
Essex Property Corporation
Prime-Line Products
Silicon Valley Bank
U.S. Bank
Union Bank
Wells Fargo Bank
Industries
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Aerospace & Defense
Banks
Construction & Materials
Energy
Food and Beverage
Government
Healthcare
Hospitality
Media and Entertainment
Real Estate
Technology
Transportation