About

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BakerHostetler’s national Restructuring and Bankruptcy team brings rich experience and creativity to the representation of clients across industries and to the full spectrum of issues that arise in stressed and distressed situations. We deploy a wide range of innovative strategies and sophisticated skill sets to assist clients in achieving optimal results.


For much of our history, we have handled large and middle-market commercial bankruptcy cases for clients, regardless of their form of commercial enterprise. Our extensive experience in business workouts, complex reorganizations and bankruptcy proceedings – backed by attorneys throughout the country in our litigation, employment, tax, environmental, hospitality, healthcare, real estate, intellectual property and corporate practices – enables us to provide comprehensive legal counsel to clients regarding debtor-creditor relations.

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - California

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

BakerHostetler has a well-regarded bankruptcy practice with substantial experience in advising creditors, debtors and trustees. The firm regularly handles restructurings and workouts, as well as litigation. It is active across a range of sectors, including energy, technology and financial services.

Work Highlights

  • BakerHostetler LLP represented Entrust Energy, Inc. and affiliated entities in a Chapter 11 liquidation related to the termination of Entrust's energy supply by Shell Energy North America L.P.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Eric E Sagerman
3
Eric E Sagerman
3
Band 3
Eric Sagerman regularly advises clients on complex Chapter 11 proceedings across an array of sectors. He is experienced in acting for creditors' committees, among other stakeholders.

Eric Sagerman is well respected.

David Richardson
4
David Richardson
4
Band 4

David Richardson has a strong reputation for his work in bankruptcy litigation. His diverse client base looks to him for advise in matters arising across a broad range of industries, including consumer products and energy.

David Richardson digs into legal analysis that helps us understand the strengths and weaknesses of both sides.

Robert A Julian
4
Robert A Julian
4
Band 4
Robert Julian is an experienced litigator advising on complex bankruptcy-related claims.

Robert Julian is commercial and super creative.

Bob really cares about doing the right thing. He delivers, people trust his work and know that when he says he will do something, he will do it.

Robert is a visionary legal thinker and strategist.

Ranked Lawyers at
BakerHostetler LLP

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Eric E Sagerman
3
Eric E Sagerman
3
Band 3
David Richardson
4
David Richardson
4
Band 4
Robert A Julian
4
Robert A Julian
4
Band 4

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