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Bankruptcy/Restructuring | USA

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The focus is on corporate bankruptcy and restructuring and the legal processes related to distressed businesses, which can either be reorganized or go into liquidation. Also, especially in the current economic environment, the chapter includes lawyers who advise on acquisition opportunities that arise out of distressed businesses. Lawyers in this chapter assist clients such as corporate debtors, investors and asset purchasers, secured and unsecured creditors and creditors' committees, bondholders, insurers, directors of distressed companies and any other interested parties in corporate restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings. In addition to transactional work, bankruptcy also covers any related litigation, such as disputes between such parties in connection with distressed companies and Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 processes.

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Band 1

  1. Arnold & Porter
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    Arnold & Porter
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 1 | 19 Years Ranked
    Arnold & Porter is a market leader in representing large corporations in complex bankruptcy matters. Also noted for its handling of cross-border bankruptcies and sovereign debt restructuring. Acts for an array of clients including financial institutions, private equity firms and technology companies.
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Band 2

  1. Akin
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    Akin
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 2 | 19 Years Ranked
    Akin is a national leader in the bankruptcy sphere, with an impressive presence in DC. Noted for its representation of both creditors and debtor-side clients, including secured and unsecured creditor committees and distressed companies. Handles bankruptcy matters pertaining to a broad range of industries, notably including the energy sector. Skilled in litigation as well as noncontentious proceedings.
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Band 3

  1. Jones Day
    3
    Jones Day
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
    Jones Day has a well-regarded team with notable experience in Chapter 11 proceedings and the representation of Chapter 7 trustees. Routinely acts on cases in the retail, healthcare and energy sectors. Client base includes creditors, trustees and debtors.
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  2. Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
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    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 3 | 19 Years Ranked
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe represented leading financial institutions and multinational corporates in connection with restructuring matters in a variety of sectors including energy and technology. Works with creditors, debtors and bondholders in bankruptcy proceedings and debt-related lawsuit defense and appeals.
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  3. WilmerHale
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    WilmerHale
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 3 | 19 Years Ranked
    WilmerHale is well regarded for its representation of creditors in complex bankruptcy litigation. Also offers capabilities in handling bankruptcy cases in relation to home mortgages. Counts major financial services groups and media companies among its clientele.
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  4. Stinson LLP
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. ArentFox Schiff LLP
    4
    ArentFox Schiff LLP
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4 | 19 Years Ranked
    ArentFox Schiff LLP has a solid presence in midmarket bankruptcy and restructuring work, with experience in handling bankruptcy litigation and distressed asset acquisitions. Represents a range of clients in these matters, including creditors, distressed companies, buyers and sellers of distressed assets, committees and indenture trustees.
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  2. Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered
    4
    Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4 | 16 Years Ranked
    Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered has notable insolvency practitioners with expertise in the handling of creditor interests in complex bankruptcies. Also known for its niche specialism in advising on asbestos-related claims and other mass tort-driven bankruptcy.
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  3. Covington & Burling LLP
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    Covington & Burling LLP
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4 | 19 Years Ranked
    Covington & Burling LLP's bankruptcy and restructuring team has experience advising a full range of parties in bankruptcy-related matters, including creditors, debtors, committees, landlords and employees. Maintains a notable practice advising pharmaceuticals clients on bankruptcy-related issues.
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  4. Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP
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    Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has a notable team with significant experience in a wide range of bankruptcy and restructuring matters. Routinely handles Chapters 7, 11 and 15 cases, as well as advising on Section 363 transactions. Acts for clients from a variety of sectors, ranging from retail and travel to pharmaceuticals.
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  5. Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4
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