Bankruptcy/Restructuring
USA Guide 2024 : Florida: North & Central
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BakerHostetler possesses sophisticated bankruptcy and restructuring experience across a range of industry sectors, with particular expertise in the energy, hospitality and timeshare fields. The group maintains a solid reputation for its handling of large and complex debtor mandates and is recognized for its national and international bankruptcy practice. The team works closely with the firm's bankruptcy groups in New York, Los Angeles and Cleveland to provide comprehensive coverage across the USA.
Work Highlights
- BakerHostetler represented the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors in the Advantage Rent-A-Car Chapter 11 cases filed in Delaware.
Strengths
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"The firm has a very wide and deep bench of smart and creative, responsive and cost-effective, top-notch individuals who work together seamlessly."
"The team provided a steady hand for their client and developed creative, practical solutions in some very difficult circumstances. BakerHostetler is truly a full-service law firm."
"It has a bench of practical bankruptcy specialists who are able to provide the full service of work. It has a significant national practice and footprint and is cost-effective."
"The firm has a very wide and deep bench of smart and creative, responsive and cost-effective, top-notch individuals who work together seamlessly."
"The team provided a steady hand for their client and developed creative, practical solutions in some very difficult circumstances. BakerHostetler is truly a full-service law firm."
"It has a bench of practical bankruptcy specialists who are able to provide the full service of work. It has a significant national practice and footprint and is cost-effective."
Notable Practitioners
Elizabeth Green is a leading practitioner with experience across a number of different sectors, from energy to healthcare. She is well versed in representing both debtors and creditors as well as trustees in bankruptcy cases.
"She is a powerhouse attorney with great experience and breadth of knowledge."
"Not only is she very smart, but she has this way of handling discord in a manner which creates a breakthrough."
"Elizabeth is smart and good in court. A superstar."
Jimmy Parrish handles complex bankruptcy cases, including advising on Chapter 11 matters and the sale of assets under Section 363. He advises on matters covering a range of sectors, including energy and healthcare.
"Jimmy is a highly effective advocate who maintains a wonderful demeanor. He knows when to focus on practical, consensual resolutions that benefit his client and he is an honorable man of integrity."
Andrew Layden regularly assists on high-profile Chapter 11 cases for a range of parties. His experience includes representing companies in the healthcare and energy markets.
"Andrew is responsive to my requests and has a firm understanding of the interplay and dynamics between bankruptcy counsel. He can navigate the complexity in a social way and has an ability to get along with everyone."
"He is professional and smart."
"He does a lot of cross-border work and is respected by judges and counsel. He has a good business sense."
Danielle Merola is highlighted for her bankruptcy and restructuring expertise. She is an Orlando-based associate who often assists with Chapter 11 cases.
"She is very attentive to deadlines and doesn't let things fall between the cracks."
"She is a real up-and-coming star. She's responsive and does great work."