
Bankruptcy/Restructuring
USA Guide 2026 : Virginia
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Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights
Recognized by Chambers as one of the top bankruptcy practices in Virginia, Hirschler’s bankruptcy team includes a past chair of the Bankruptcy Section of the Richmond Bar Association, a past president of the Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, a former bankruptcy trustee for the District of Columbia, a past chair of the Business Bankruptcy Committee of the District of Columbia Bar and two judicial law clerks. In addition to handling cases throughout Virginia, firm lawyers also frequently appear in the bankruptcy courts of Maryland and the District of Columbia and have represented clients in bankruptcy proceedings in New York, Texas, Arizona and California. With decades of experience, the team advises troubled businesses and business owners, lenders, creditors’ committees, bankruptcy trustees and other key participants in the bankruptcy and restructuring process.
Clients (4)
- Campbell Graphics
- Keiter CPAs
- Oxford Properties Group
- ADU Investments
Industries (12)
- Banks
- Commercial & Professional Services
- Construction & Materials
- Financial Services
- Health Care
- Mining & Metals
- Private Client/Individuals
- Real Estate Finance
- Real Estate
- Software & Computer Services
- Technology, Hardware & Electronics
- Transportation
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Work Highlights
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Hirschler acted as bankruptcy counsel for DKC Enterprises, LLC and helped them reorganize under subchapter V of Chapter 11.
Strengths
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They handle matters thoroughly and efficiently and work to achieve a good business outcome even in highly contested matters.
Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSAWe always get timely, efficient and useful responses from Hirschler.
Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSAThe attorney's are knowledgeable, experienced and reliable.
Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSAHirschler has smart, dedicated professionals with integrity and compassion.
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Notable Practitioners
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Senior Statespeople 
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Stephen Leach
Stephen Leach has a wealth of experience advising debtors and trustees on Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 proceedings. He is regularly called upon to represent his clients in complex out-of-court workouts and liquidations. Stephen is very experienced and knowledgeable.
Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSAStephen is top-notch.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
David Swan
David Swan is a highly regarded bankruptcy lawyer whose experience includes Chapter 11 proceedings, creditor rights issues and asset sales. He acts for both debtors and creditors' committees. David continues to provide high-quality, timely and proactive service that includes grounded advice and not just theory.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Lawrence Katz
Lawrence Katz is recognized for his broad bankruptcy practice, which covers bankruptcy proceedings as well as out-of-court restructurings. He also has experience acting as a Chapter 11 trustee. Larry provides excellent and responsive services.
Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSALarry has extensive experience and provides a great service to his clients.
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Ranked Individuals at Hirschler (3)
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Kristen Burgers
Head of Department

Stephen Leach
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David Swan
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Lawrence Katz
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