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Alston & Bird LLP

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

USA Guide 2026 : Georgia

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Alston & Bird LLP

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Georgia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Alston & Bird has a superb bankruptcy team that works alongside clients at every stage of the restructuring and bankruptcy process. The firm excels in Chapter 11 proceedings and also provides representation and support on matters such as remedy enforcement and out-of-court workouts. It has strong capabilities in advising on debtor-in-possession financings. In addition, the group is noted for its counsel on issues concerning fiduciary duties and fraudulent conveyances. Clients include creditors' committees, lenders, debtors and buyers of distressed assets.

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Work Highlights

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  • Alston & Bird LLP represented UnitedHealthcare, Inc regarding its interest in the jointly administered Chapter 11 bankruptcies of Envision Healthcare Corporation and 216 of its affiliate entities in the Southern District of Texas.

Strengths

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  • Aside from knowledge of the bankruptcy code, the team is distinguished by its able to explain the complexity of the code to us in clear understandable language.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Dennis J Connolly
    Dennis J Connolly

    Dennis J Connolly

    Dennis Connolly is recognized for his longstanding experience in Chapter 11 proceedings. He advises both debtor and creditor-side clients.
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  • William S. Sugden
    William S. Sugden

    William S. Sugden

    William Sugden acts for companies within the healthcare, energy and technology spheres. He works on a range of restructuring mandates, including offshore bankruptcy concerns.

    • Will has one of the best business senses of any attorney I have used. He does a great job taking complex problems and making elegant and simple solutions.

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  • Leah Fiorenza McNeill
    Leah Fiorenza McNeill

    Leah Fiorenza McNeill

    Leah Fiorenza McNeill is experienced in out-of-court workouts and Chapter 11 proceedings. She also handles a range of contentious matters.

    • Leah really understands and was able to address any of our concerns.

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