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Dickinson Wright PLLC

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

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Dickinson Wright PLLC

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Provided by Dickinson Wright PLLC

Dickinson Wright’s Bankruptcy, Restructuring, and Insolvency practice provides comprehensive business advisory, crisis management, bankruptcy and restructuring counsel, and creditor litigation services to banks, non-traditional lenders, trade creditors, and customers of financially troubled companies in the U.S., Canada, and internationally. We also provide bankruptcy and restructuring counsel to financially troubled companies and individuals themselves. The firm frequently works with or represents receivers in both state and federal courts, and also acts as bankruptcy estate professionals, representing debtors, unsecured creditors committees, and other types of committees in complex Chapter 11 cases. Our experience includes U.S. bankruptcy, receivership, and general insolvency law and practice, Uniform Commercial Code Article 9, Canada’s Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and Personal Property Security Act, and cross-border and international insolvencies. Our services include asset & credit management, automotive workouts & troubled suppliers, bankruptcy court-approved sales, bankruptcy litigation, collection actions, distressed assets & business disposition, distressed health care restructuring, in & out of court workouts & restructurings, loan sales, loan workouts & restructurings, personal & real property foreclosures, sales & acquisitions of distressed companies, states & federal receiverships, and U.S., Canadian & international insolvency.

Industries (19)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Insurance
  • Media
  • Private Clients/Individuals
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Utilities

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Michigan

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Dickinson Wright is a significant player in bankruptcy, restructuring and insolvency, acting for both debtors and creditors in addition to bankruptcy trustees. The team offers a wide range of expertise, covering workouts and out-of-court debt restructurings, as well as bankruptcies. It is also experienced advising on matters arising under the Canadian Bankruptcy Act.

Work Highlights

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  • Dickinson Wright represented Caterpillar Financial in all of its collection and bankruptcy needs relevant to Michigan and Texas.

Strengths

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  • Dickinson Wright has the experience and know-how to handle all matters.

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  • Dickinson Wright is always available and has a wide range of subject matter experts. The team provides support with legal and practical solutions.

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  • Dickinson Wright provides excellent advice, is quick to respond and has good knowledge of the subject matter.

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  • The knowledge in this space held by Dickinson Wright is second to none. In addition, the respect and relationships it holds across the industry provides even greater value.

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  • They make themselves available whenever we need assistance and are highly responsive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleSteven G Howell
    Senior StatespeopleSteven G Howell

    Steven G Howell

    Steven Howell is highly respected for his many years' experience in bankruptcy and restructuring. He has advised on the full gamut of matters in this arena, including liquidations, refinancings and workouts.
    • Steven Howell is very knowledgeable and helpful.

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  • Band 1James Plemmons
    Band 1James Plemmons

    James Plemmons

    James Plemmons is well regarded for his expertise in foreclosure and bankruptcy matters. He has noteworthy experience representing both debtors and creditors in the automotive sector.
    • Jim will go the extra mile to deliver outstanding results.

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    • Jim Plemmons has been very responsive, creative in his approaches and has developed a great working relationship. I can't say enough good things about him.

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    • Jim has provided counsel that is immeasurable when it comes to risk management and mitigation strategy. His connection to our team and level of support is critical to us.

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    • I could not ask for a better partner to work with than Jim. He provides immediate responses and superior advice.

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    • Jim has deep knowledge and expertise in the industry. He has provided outstanding counsel for us and makes himself available for whatever questions we may have.

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  • Band 1Theodore Sylwestrzak
    Band 1Theodore Sylwestrzak

    Theodore Sylwestrzak

    Theodore Sylwestrzak continues to advise on a wide array of matters and is especially well known for his experience handling workout proceedings in the auto and real estate sectors.
    • He is very responsive and very knowledgeable.

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    • Ted has been instrumental in making sure we are in the best position.

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