Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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BakerHostetler LLP hosts a hugely well-respected practice group handling complex, high value cases for significant clients. The team has particular experience in bankruptcy litigation, fraudulent transfer cases and restructuring involving the aerospace and automotive industries, alongside niche expertise in advising nontraditional financial institutions in the money services and money transfer industry.
Work Highlights
- BakerHostetler represented Target Corporation in real estate-related litigation arising from University Square Real Estate Holding LLC's Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It has the ability to handle any matter, from general business matters to complex class-action litigation."
"BakerHostetler has highly capable, skilled bankruptcy and restructuring attorneys. Its team is experienced in a wide range of industries and issues."
"BakerHostetler always has a subject matter expert with deep experience and practical insights."
"The team at BakerHostetler is a trusted resource to guide clients through difficult situations."
"It has the ability to handle any matter, from general business matters to complex class-action litigation."
"BakerHostetler has highly capable, skilled bankruptcy and restructuring attorneys. Its team is experienced in a wide range of industries and issues."
"BakerHostetler always has a subject matter expert with deep experience and practical insights."
"The team at BakerHostetler is a trusted resource to guide clients through difficult situations."
Notable Practitioners
Brian Bash is a well-regarded practitioner with notable experience acting as a trustee in Chapter 7 cases. He also handles matters relating to liabilities and bonds.
Michael VanNiel handles both contentious and noncontentious bankruptcy work, offering considerable experience in insolvency litigation, distressed M&A and workouts. His practice spans a range of industries including retail and manufacturing.
"Mike VanNiel is thorough, thoughtful and able to decipher the situations and come up with solutions to settle claims. He can be the strong arm when needed and also sympathetic when the situation dictates."
"Michael's hands-on approach shows his commitment to service and the client."
"Michael is good to work with, always displays a good understanding of the legal and business matters and is solutions-oriented."
Adam Fletcher is a partner in the firm's Cleveland office. He regularly handles bankruptcies, restructuring and receiverships. He often works with clients within the financial and retail sector.
"Adam is very responsive, intelligent, and works hard for his clients."
"Adam Fletcher always makes sure his clients are taken care of. He is amazing and works hard to understand the client's business."
"His in-depth knowledge in bankruptcy and business wind-down has been essential."
Alexis Beachdell has a wide-ranging practice spanning receivership proceedings, restructuring and bankruptcy litigation. She often works with private equity clients alongside manufacturers and debtors and is active in debt refinancing, portfolio managements and as bankruptcy counsel.
"Alexis is a skilled, diligent attorney with strong analytical and strategic advisory skills."
"Alexis is truly amazing to work with. She's smart, practical and friendly."
"She is able to distill and articulate complex issues into thoughtful client solutions."
Ranked Lawyers at
BakerHostetler LLP
Ohio