USA Guide 2026 : California
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DLA Piper is a key player in the California bankruptcy space. The firm leverages its global reach to effectively support clients on complex restructurings and distressed transactions, often involving cross-border elements. The team advises a wide range of clients, including both debtors and creditors, with industry expertise spanning life sciences, retail and financial services.
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DLA Piper advised KBS Real Estate Investment Trust, and various subsidiaries, concerning a $2 billion out of court debt restructuring.
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The team provided clarity, thoroughness and understanding of situations. It stands up strongly for its clients.
DLA Piper is competent and responsive with clients.
It has an excellent understanding of the business issues involved and provided well analyzed suggestions and recommendations.
We had access to a deep bench of expertise across the global firm.
The firm was very accommodating and reasonable with fees.
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Robert Klyman advises a range of debtor and creditor clients, and is particularly noted for his expert representation of equityholders. His practice spans a broad array of bankruptcy matters, from transactions to litigation.
Robert Klyman is responsive and very knowledgeable about restructuring and risks.
Robert is incredibly good at managing client relationships and has a strong command of the law.
Robert Klyman is an exceptional bankruptcy lawyer and one of the very best in the field. He’s seen it all and knows how to handle every situation, no matter how complex or high pressure.
Eric Goldberg is recognized for his expertise in a range of transactions and bankruptcy related litigation. He has experience representing debtors and creditors in addition to hedge funds and institutional lenders.
Eric is a high value lawyer who provides fantastic advice.
What sets Eric apart is his judgment under pressure and his ability to simplify complexity without losing the nuance of the case.
Eric Goldberg is very competent, responsive and professional.
Scott Layfield has a reputation among clients for his proficiency in matters pertaining to restructurings, distressed transactions in and out of bankruptcy and mergers and acquisitions. He is also recognized for his cross-border transaction capacities.
Scott was a pleasure to work with before, during and after the transaction.
Scott is great with clients and understands bankruptcy law extraordinarily well.
Scott Layfield is very competent, responsive and professional.
Scott Layfield was thoughtful about problem-solving and brainstorming options.
Bankruptcy/Restructuring
Bankruptcy/Restructuring
Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Practice area: Bankruptcy/Restructuring
Location: Delaware
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Practice area: Bankruptcy/Restructuring
Location: Illinois
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