Bankruptcy/Restructuring
USA Guide 2024 : Virginia
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Contact number
410 347 8700Chambers Review
Whiteford has a highly regarded team that advises on the full range of matters including bankruptcy-related litigation. It provides expert services in Chapter 7 and 11 liquidation and bankruptcy cases to creditors, debtors and trustees. The team continues to advise on bankruptcies in the coal mining industry, as well as matters relating to the construction industry. The team's experience includes acting as special counsel in professional liability claims and other fraud and liability suits arising from insolvency and bankruptcy.
Work Highlights
- Whiteford was retained by the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors to advise on the pending bankruptcy of Allegiance Coal USA.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Whiteford boasts a skilled, highly professional, experienced and knowledgeable team."
"They are oriented towards getting the job done and to get a good resolution, plus the team is strong at handling litigation."
"I am highly impressed by Whiteford's level of communication and the clear understanding of the bankruptcy regulations."
"Their bankruptcy practice have a strong understanding of business and commercial objectives."
"They are able to handle bankruptcy cases and related litigation at all levels, they are always responsive and their work product is uniformly good."
"Whiteford boasts a skilled, highly professional, experienced and knowledgeable team."
"They are oriented towards getting the job done and to get a good resolution, plus the team is strong at handling litigation."
"I am highly impressed by Whiteford's level of communication and the clear understanding of the bankruptcy regulations."
"Their bankruptcy practice have a strong understanding of business and commercial objectives."
"They are able to handle bankruptcy cases and related litigation at all levels, they are always responsive and their work product is uniformly good."
Notable Practitioners
Christopher Jones is an experienced litigator with noted experience in bankruptcy proceedings. He also lends his expertise to distressed asset transactions and complex restructurings.
"Christopher Jones is a fantastic litigator."
"Chris is an excellent attorney and is very familiar with the business needs of his clients."
"He is great to work with and has a good understanding of our industry and our company."
"Chris Jones is a very seasoned and competent litigator and bankruptcy attorney. He is also someone who is a pleasure to work with."
Bradford Englander frequently acts as a Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 trustee in addition to handling workouts and bankruptcy proceedings. He also has experience advising on corporate restructurings.
"Bradford Englander is a very seasoned and competent litigator and bankruptcy attorney."
"He is a resourceful, hard-working and sophisticated lawyer."
"Brad is a strong team leader and he has a very good depth of experience and technical expertise."
"He is a strong advocate for the client, knows the law very well and has a rich and long practice full of relevant experience."
David Gaffey is noted for his growing practice in the bankruptcy space. He offers experience acting for creditors and handling Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 matters, as well as related litigation.
"My experience with David Gaffey was an absolute pleasure. He was readily available, exceedingly well versed in the relevant laws, and anticipated issues to my case. His knowledge, hard work and vision were essential to the matter being resolved favorably."
Ranked Lawyers at
Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP
Virginia