Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Chambers Review
Akin is a superb performer in the area of complex bankruptcies and restructurings on behalf of high-profile creditors and committees, while offering an excellent debtor-side offering. Boasts an impressive roster of experienced practitioners with both insolvency-related transactional and litigation expertise. Enjoys a strong reputation for its expertise in the energy, retail, media and financial services sectors. Offers notable strength in cross-border matters.
Work Highlights
- Akin represented the official committee of unsecured creditors in the Chapter 11 case of SVB Financial Group.
Strengths
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"Akin is one of the preeminent firms in representing committees of creditors."
"The Akin team is second to none in being able to jump into complex, sophisticated and challenging situations. They work toward delivering the best outcome for their clients."
"Akin knows restructuring inside and out. They have a deep bench and are led by very experienced professionals."
"Akin is one of the preeminent firms in representing committees of creditors."
"The Akin team is second to none in being able to jump into complex, sophisticated and challenging situations. They work toward delivering the best outcome for their clients."
"Akin knows restructuring inside and out. They have a deep bench and are led by very experienced professionals."
Notable Practitioners
Ira Dizengoff has a highly regarded practice that covers the representation of creditors, debtors and noteholders in a range of bankruptcy matters.
"Ira is extremely smart, business-minded and practical."
"Ira is one of the top professionals across all of restructuring. Working alongside Ira, you immediately become impressed with how sophisticated his legal mind is and how much respect he commands both from his clients and from his adversaries."
Michael Stamer is noted for his expertise in Chapter 11 restructurings as well as distressed M&A, with recent involvement in industries including the media and energy sectors.
"Michael is exceptionally commercial."
"He is really good at getting to a deal and driving consensus."
Abid Qureshi has a glowing reputation for his litigation practice. He regularly acts for clients from a wide range of sectors in Chapter 11 proceedings.
"Abid is a pleasure to work with. He is very thoughtful in his analysis, and effective and comprehensive in his approach."
"Abid is an amazing litigator who knows how to give clients real advice."
"He has a unique ability to distill down the key issues in a way that clients can digest. He is a tremendously effective litigator."
Philip Dublin regularly acts for clients including ad hoc groups of noteholders and lenders, as well as creditors' committees, on a broad array of bankruptcy issues.
"Phil is a tremendous, technical attorney."
"He is one of the most detail-oriented lawyers I've ever encountered."
"Phil is an excellent lawyer. He is an extremely smart, tough and tenacious advocate for his clients."
Arik Preis comes recommended for his handling of Chapter 11 proceedings on behalf of creditors' committees.
"His strategic thinking and attention to detail are unmatched, and he genuinely cares about his clients on a personal level."
"Arik is smart, brilliant, compassionate and always available."
"Arik is an incredibly smart lawyer."
Meredith Lahaie offers experience representing creditors in Chapter 11 cases, including recent work concerning the retail sector.
"She is intelligent and provides outstanding client service."
"Meredith has a way to cut through the noise and get to the important issues with clear and concise guidance to the client."
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