Bankruptcy/Restructuring
USA Guide 2024 : Maine
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Provided by Bernstein Shur
Bernstein Shur’s business restructuring and insolvency attorneys represent clients throughout the United States, including the busy reorganization courts in Delaware, the Southern District of New York, and the Eastern District of Virginia. Within New England, the group plays a significant role in the majority of business bankruptcy and Chapter 11 cases filed, with an emphasis on the representation of debtors in Chapter 11, as well as purchasers of assets. Outside New England, members of the group have represented private equity funds and other asset purchasers in section 363 and plan sales of assets, as well as major parties-in-interest in Chapter 11 cases and business bankruptcy-related litigation. The group includes two American College of Bankruptcy Fellows, a former President of the American Bankruptcy Institute (“ABI”), and a recent recipient of the ABI’s “40 Under 40” award to rising stars in the field.
Chambers Review
Bernstein Shur has a standout bankruptcy group offering extensive expertise in Chapter 11 reorganization proceedings and is best known for its representation of debtors. The firm demonstrates notable proficiency in other bankruptcy-related matters, including workouts and asset sales and regularly acts for national clients in the real estate and healthcare sectors, among others.
Work Highlights
- Bernstein Shur acted for Gorham Paper and Tissue, LLC and White Mountain Tissue, LLC in their Chapter 11 cases in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They provide the highest level of responsiveness."
"They provide the highest level of responsiveness."
Notable Practitioners
Robert Keach is a noted leader in the field of bankruptcy law who has particular expertise in advising clients on Chapter 11 filings.
"Robert is incredibly smart and a good tactician."
"Robert is a tremendous lawyer."
"He is a dean of the bar."
Sam Anderson is co-chair of Bernstein's business restructuring and insolvency practice group and offers a wealth of experience in bankruptcy proceedings, workouts and contentious matters.
"Sam Anderson is a great Chapter 11 lawyer."
Lindsay Zahradka Milne regularly advises clients on Chapter 11 proceedings and provides counsel to companies in out-of-court liquidation.
"Lindsay is a spectacular lawyer and business counselor. I endorse her with my absolute highest rating."
"I think very highly of her and often refer others."
Adam Prescott advises a broad range of clients in complex bankruptcy proceedings, offering experience in workouts, Chapter 11 proceedings and litigation.
Ranked Lawyers at
Bernstein Shur
Maine