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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Illinois

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What the Team is Known For

A global leader in the field of bankruptcy and restructuring, and widely acknowledged as the preeminent practice for debtor representation in Illinois. Frequently takes the lead on the largest filings both nationally and globally. Expertise cuts across sectors including financial services, telecom, energy and resources. Also noted for its representation of creditor-side clients.

Work Highlights

  • Kirkland & Ellis advised Sunnova Energy and affiliates in their restructuring of approximately USD9 billion of corporate debt and securitized obligations, including through its voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Anup Sathy
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Anup Sathy
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Anup Sathy focuses on domestic Chapter 11 proceedings and has additional strength in international mandates. He acts for clients from a wide range of industries, including the retail and oil sectors.

He is a very effective and persuasive advocate for his clients.

He has a strong client-service focus and expertly anticipates and addresses the needs of the client and other advisors.

Chad Husnick
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Chad Husnick
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Chad Husnick is nationally regarded for his well-established bankruptcy practice. He acts for debtors in high stakes Chapter 11 proceedings and has notable experience in the retail sector.

He is very smart, commercial and practical. He understands the push and pull in getting to a deal.

He is very prominent lawyer and a wonderful professional.

Chad is an excellent and well respected attorney that handles highly complex debtor matters.

Patrick J Nash, Jr
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Patrick J Nash, Jr
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Patrick Nash has earned a reputation for excellence for his representation of both debtors and creditors in high stakes Chapter 11 proceedings. He also advises on defaults and out-of-court settlements.

Pat is a very effective negotiator and a persuasive advocate for his clients.

He is an exceptional attorney; he is extremely savvy and commercial and gets to the answer before most.

Ross Kwasteniet
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Ross Kwasteniet
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Ross Kwasteniet advises clients on Chapter 11 restructurings, with experience in the energy and oil and gas sectors. He also assists clients with out-of-court restructuring mandates.

He is at the top of his game and does an amazing job in complex and stressful bankruptcies.

Ross is truly exceptional.

Ross is very knowledgeable, a great negotiator and a fun person to work with.

Alexandra Schwarzman
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Alexandra Schwarzman
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Alexandra Schwarzman is known for her skills in Chapter 11 proceedings. She often works on cases in the energy and retail sectors.

Alex is a pleasure to work with; she effectively balances the commercial and legal considerations throughout.

She is absolutely on top of everything and keeps everyone focused and in-line. She always has the client's interests at heart.

Alex is super responsive, smart and personable. She is also technical in court, which is critical.

Spencer Winters
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Spencer Winters
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Spencer Winters maintains a fast-growing practice that demonstrates strength in in- and out-of-court restructurings and liability management matters.

His substantive knowledge and ability to deal with all the parties is fantastic.

Spencer is a brilliant attorney; he is super confident, understands the issues and is an excellent orator.

He is very effective and very very sharp in terms of his knowledge of the law.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Anup Sathy
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Anup Sathy
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Band 1
Chad Husnick
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Chad Husnick
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Band 1
Patrick J Nash, Jr
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Patrick J Nash, Jr
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Band 1
Ross Kwasteniet
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Ross Kwasteniet
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Band 3
Alexandra Schwarzman
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Alexandra Schwarzman
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Band 5
Spencer Winters
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Spencer Winters
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Band 5