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Jones Day

Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Jones Day is recognized as a global powerhouse with formidable capabilities in reorganizations, workouts and creditor claims. It is experienced in handling both debtor- and creditor-side mandates, advising across areas such as distressed M&A, mass tort-related restructurings and CDO issues. The firm counts leading hedge funds and multinational companies among its regular client roster.
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Work Highlights

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  • Jones Day obtained a judgment in favor of the ad hoc group in an appeal

    following Sanchez Energy Company's bankruptcy case.

Strengths

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  • We get an extremely personalized service. You can count on them for clear and timely responses.

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  • They are very good at thinking outside the box and coming up with novel approaches to complex issues.

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  • Jones Day partners are very commercial on business issues and jump right into the dialogue and strategy sessions. They are practical and problem-solvers.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Bruce S Bennett
    Bruce S Bennett

    Bruce S Bennett

    Bruce Bennett routinely acts for clients including shareholders, lenders, creditors and bondholders, and offers significant experience in Chapter 9 and Chapter 11 proceedings.

    • Bruce Bennett is really good at thorny litigation and has strong credibility.

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    • Bruce remains one of the absolute go-to guys for bankruptcy and litigation.

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    • Bruce is one of the true veterans of the industry and is really good at getting through litigation.

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  • Corinne Ball
    Corinne Ball

    Corinne Ball

    Corinne Ball is highly regarded in the market for her wealth of expertise in complex restructurings. She has notable experience acting for clients on bankruptcy matters arising from significant litigation.

    • Corinne is one of the most outstanding individuals I have ever had the privilege to work with. She has extraordinary competence, patience and dedication.

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    • She has a very strong legal mind and is great from a strategy standpoint.

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  • Heather Lennox
    Heather Lennox

    Heather Lennox

    Heather Lennox regularly acts for both debtors and creditors on Chapter 11 cases, and her recent work includes matters in the energy and media industries. She also serves as the partner in charge of the Cleveland office.

    • Heather is super reliable and never backs down from a fight. She is wise and thoughtful.

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