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Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

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Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP

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Brooks Pierce is known for representation of debtors-in-possession, creditors, or trustees in Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 cases in complex bankruptcy litigation. This includes "bet-the-company" litigation for the survival/reorganization of the Chapter 11 debtor-in-possession, determinative of any return to creditors for a trustee, or defending similar claims filed against creditors and other parties dealing with such debtors-in-possession and/or trustees. 

We also regularly represent banks and other lenders on secured commercial and real estate loans in Chapter 11 cases. Additionally, we represent buyers of assets of operating companies in Section 363 sales from Chapter 11 debtors-in-possession or trustees.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - North Carolina

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Brooks Pierce has a well-regarded team with substantial experience in a wide range of bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 proceedings. The group also advises on the acquisition of assets through Section 363 sales. It acts for creditors, trustees and debtors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard represented the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority in a fraudulent transfer action against various companies related to assets allegedly payable to creditors.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Clint Morse
    Clint Morse

    Clint Morse

    Clint Morse focuses his practice on complex disputes, including representing a variety of clients in bankruptcy litigation.

    • Clint Morse is creative in his legal theories. He is a smart guy and thinks outside the box.

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    • Clint is tenacious to a fault.

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  • Jeffrey E Oleynik
    Jeffrey E Oleynik

    Jeffrey E Oleynik

    Jeffrey Oleynik is a respected litigator who acts for debtors, trustees and related parties in bankruptcy proceedings, including negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, fraudulent transfer and preference claims. His disputes practice also sees him handle general commercial litigation and antitrust matters.

    • Jeffrey Oleynik is good to work with. He is a very experienced lawyer who knows when to fight and when to work towards a solution.

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  • John H Small
    John H Small

    John H Small

    John Small is a vastly experienced attorney who acts for debtors and creditors in a range of proceedings, including Chapter 7 and 11 cases, as well as advising on the purchase of distressed assets.
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