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Dilworth Paxson LLP

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

USA Guide 2026 : Pennsylvania: Philadelphia & Surrounds


Dilworth Paxson LLP

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About

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Dilworth’s Bankruptcy & Insolvency Group is one of the largest bankruptcy, debtor, and creditor rights and insolvency practices in the Philadelphia region including New Jersey. Our lawyers regularly represent commercial borrowers and debtors, secured lenders, unsecured trade creditors, and Chapter 7 and 11 trustees in a wide variety of industries and cases. Our representation of these diverse, and philosophically adverse parties, provides our lawyers with the unique ability to appreciate, understand, and quickly analyze the key issues faced by each of these parties.

Dilworth Paxson’s Bankruptcy & Insolvency Group has lawyers who focus on Chapter 11 cases and state-court insolvency proceedings and maintain a litigation-oriented practice, as well as lawyers that focus their transactional skills on out-of-court workouts and debt restructurings. Our lawyers have represented clients in bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings across the nation and proactively address and defend our clients with an eye to a prompt, favorable, and cost-effective resolution.

The cumulative experience of the members of the Bankruptcy & Insolvency Group has proven invaluable in recognized industry groups ranging from chemicals, coal, commercial real estate development, health care, and hospitality to publishing, retail, telecommunications, and technology.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Pennsylvania: Philadelphia & Surrounds

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Dilworth Paxson LLP has a comprehensive bankruptcy and restructuring team that advises distressed companies from various sectors, including publishing, real estate and technology. It is particularly noted for its strength in representing debtors and lenders in complex Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 cases. It is also well-versed in creditors' rights and corporate restructurings.

Work Highlights

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  • Dilworth Paxson LLP acted as counsel to 21 debtor entities in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases of CarePoint Health Systems Inc.

Strengths

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  • Dilworth Paxson's results are nothing short of excellent.

    Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Star IndividualsLawrence McMichael Esq
    Star IndividualsLawrence McMichael Esq

    Lawrence McMichael Esq

    Lawrence McMichael, chairman of Dilworth Paxon, maintains a prominent bankruptcy practice that frequently sees him handle high-value proceedings.

  • Band 3Anne Marie Aaronson
    Band 3Anne Marie Aaronson

    Anne Marie Aaronson

    Anne Marie Aaronson is experienced in counseling debtors on bankruptcy matters including workouts and out-of-court restructurings.
  • Band 3Martin J Weis
    Band 3Martin J Weis

    Martin J Weis

    Martin Weis has a well-regarded practice representing all types of clients in bankruptcy and restructuring matters. He often represents clients in trial and appellate courts in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

    • Martin's service level is impossible to beat.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSA
  • Band 4James M Matour
    Band 4James M Matour

    James M Matour

    James Matour has a broad practice which encompasses workouts, restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings.

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Pennsylvania: Philadelphia & Surrounds

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