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Provided by Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole LLP

Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole, LLP advises mid-market and large multi-national companies in restructuring and insolvency proceedings in Delaware and courts throughout the nation.


The firm is well-versed in business and corporate bankruptcy and restructuring alternatives, both in and out of court. In addition to handling restructuring assignments for troubled companies, the firm's client base includes boards of directors, investors, lenders, trustees, purchasers and creditors of companies that are in distress or in bankruptcy proceedings. The firm's lawyers work with these clients to achieve the best results possible under the circumstances in an efficient and effective manner.

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Delaware

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole offers a strong team with longstanding capabilities in bankruptcy and restructuring. Experience includes advising on Chapter 11 and Chapter 15 proceedings. Practitioners demonstrate capabilities in both contentious and non-contentious matters. Clients include debtors and creditors, among other interested parties.

Work Highlights

  • Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole LLP represented Canoo, an electric vehicle manufacturer, in evaluating restructuring options and ultimately filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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David Carickhoff
3
David Carickhoff
3
Band 3
David Carickhoff is experienced in a range of proceedings, including Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 filings. His clients include creditors' committees and distressed companies in a range of sectors, including the energy and technology markets.

David is tough, commercial and capable of focused brilliance in contest and in court.

Mark L Desgrosseilliers
3
Mark L Desgrosseilliers
3
Band 3

Mark Desgrosseilliers offers experience in advising debtors, creditors and asset purchasers in company restructurings. He is noted for the breadth of his practice, which includes filings under Chapter 11 and Chapter 15.

Mark is a talented, creative and smart attorney.

Working with Mark means superb legal counsel and representation.

William E Chipman
3
William E Chipman
Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring
3
Band 3

William Chipman is a respected bankruptcy expert who regularly advises on Chapter 11 proceedings. His handling of non-contentious matters is complemented by his experience in a range of civil disputes.

Bill stands out in how he provides advice to the client and manages the process.

Bill is one of the very best debtor side lawyers in Delaware.

Bill is a constant source of information and advice. He is an incredible advocate, who is super smart and practical and knows the courts.

Alan Root
4
Alan Root
4
Band 4

Alan Root is noted for his experience in bankruptcy and restructuring, particularly in Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 filings.

Alan is an excellent young partner, who is very strong in bankruptcy matters.

4
Robert Weber
4
Band 4

Robert Weber maintains a strong Chapter 7 and Chapter 11-focused bankruptcy practice, with established cross border capabilities. He represents the gamut of clients, including debtors, creditors and trustees.

Ranked Lawyers at
Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole LLP

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Delaware

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

David Carickhoff
3
David Carickhoff
3
Band 3
Mark L Desgrosseilliers
3
Mark L Desgrosseilliers
3
Band 3
William E Chipman
3
William E Chipman
Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring
3
Band 3
Alan Root
4
Alan Root
4
Band 4
4
Robert Weber
4
Band 4

Members

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