Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : New York
Band 6
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Provided by Sidley Austin LLP
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https://www.sidley.com/en/services/restructuring
Chambers Review
Sidley Austin LLP offers broad expertise with strength across Chapter 11 cases, bankruptcy litigation and out-of-court workouts. Offers experience across a wide range of industries, including real estate, healthcare and aviation. Noted for work on both the debtor and creditor side of transactions.
Work Highlights
- Sidley Austin LLP represented China Evergrande Group in the complex restructuring of its offshore debt, valued at over $19 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are incredibly clear not only on the letter of the law but how to apply it in the most commercial and advantageous ways for their clients."
"They stay on top of things and know what their clients are thinking."
"They are incredibly clear not only on the letter of the law but how to apply it in the most commercial and advantageous ways for their clients."
"They stay on top of things and know what their clients are thinking."
Notable Practitioners
Stephen Hessler possesses significant expertise in Chapter 11 proceedings. His recent work includes advising on matters concerning the energy sector and notable debtor-side representation.
"He is an extremely capable and experienced leader."
"He is very commercial and technical."
"He knows the market and what is going on."
Thomas Califano is noted for his expertise advising debtors on bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 cases, and offers recent experience in the healthcare, oil and gas and media industries.
"Tom is a very strategic adviser around the restructuring process."
"Tom is an outstanding attorney. His intelligence, experience and compassion guarantee the best results."
"Tom is incredibly commercial."