About

Provided by Adelman & Gettleman Ltd

Now celebrating its 40th anniversary, Adelman & Gettleman, Ltd. has established itself as one of Chicago's oldest and most respected business insolvency firms. We are a team of nine attorneys whose practice is dedicated exclusively to Chapter 11 reorganizations, chapter 7 liquidations, asset sales, insolvency, workouts and general restructurings. 


In addition to commercial litigation in both federal and state courts, Adelman & Gettleman has participated in major bankruptcy, workout and reorganization cases, representing debtors, secured creditors, unsecured creditors, trustees, insurers, lessors and committees throughout the United States. Members of the firm have tried and argued cases in numerous bankruptcy courts, federal district courts, and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.


The firm prides itself on its quality, integrity and thorough analysis of the alternatives and ramifications of every case, big or small, in order to fashion the most appropriate, efficient and cost-effective means of achieving a client's goals. The firm aggressively protects and asserts the rights of its clients and has accumulated the legal know-how, practical knowledge and business acumen necessary to find solutions to complex financial situations.


With over 223 years of collective experience, the attorneys at Adelman & Gettleman have the well-earned reputation for getting difficult jobs done while maintaining the firm's ideal of being responsible participants in the legal system.

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Illinois

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Adelman & Gettleman is a boutique recognized for its strength in all aspects of bankruptcy law. Represents both creditors and debtors in Chapter 11 cases, out-of-court workouts and distressed asset sales, among other matters. Also active in bankruptcy courts in Indiana and Wisconsin, in addition to its Illinois presence.

Work Highlights

  • Adelman & Gettleman Ltd represented secured creditor Mission Investment Fund of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America in connection with USD190 million bond restructure.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Adam Silverman
3
Adam Silverman
3
Band 3
Adam Silverman is well regarded in the market for his impressive experience in bankruptcy matters. He represents clients in Chapters 7 and 11 proceedings, among other matters.

He is excellent; he lives and breathes this stuff. He takes time to learn and understand the client and what the best solution is.

Adam is a strong advocate that is always willing to listen and work towards a positive outcome for both parties.

He is a terrific lawyer; very hard-working and offers immediate responses.

Howard Adelman
3
Howard Adelman
3
Band 3
Howard Adelman is noted for his strength in Chapter 11 cases. He works with debtors, creditors' committees and financial institutions.

He is well respected by judges and attorneys for being forceful but cognizant of the need to achieve a positive outcome.

He knows the bankruptcy code inside out and is an experienced litigator.

5
Henry B Merens
5
Band 5

Henry Merens has an impressive bankruptcy litigation practice. He frequently advises on Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 filings and a broad range of distressed transactions.

Henry is an incredible lawyer; very good and methodical in court.

He is always available to answer my questions and help me evaluate risk.

U
Erich Buck
U
Up and Coming

Erich Buck has a growing bankruptcy practice taking in a range of matters including distressed sales, purchases and Chapter 11 proceedings. He regularly advises on the debtor-side, particularly clients in the insurance and healthcare industries.

He is extremely thorough and careful and thinks things through.

He is a true professional; he is incredibly organized in court and he is calm and user friendly.

He is an excellent lawyer with significant experience.

Ranked Lawyers at
Adelman & Gettleman Ltd

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Illinois

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Adam Silverman
3
Adam Silverman
3
Band 3
Howard Adelman
3
Howard Adelman
3
Band 3
5
Henry B Merens
5
Band 5
U
Erich Buck
U
Up and Coming

Members

Provided by Adelman & Gettleman Ltd

Alexander Brougham

Erich Buck

Henry Merens

Nicholas Dwayne

Steven Chaiken

Tevin Bowens