Department profile
K&L Gates

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

USA Guide 2026 : Washington


K&L Gates

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Washington

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
K&L Gates has a strong team with a national footprint. The firm advises creditors, lenders and trustees on creditor-debtor issues, insolvencies, and Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 bankruptcies. Its lawyers have notable expertise in state court receivership cases, municipal restructurings and real estate workouts.

Work Highlights

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  • K&L Gates defended individuals against $100 million fraudulent-transfer claims brought by Chinese entities.

Strengths

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  • K&L Gates is the best and the most knowledgeable in this space. They are the go-to for everyone in our organization.

    Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Brian Peterson
    Band 3Brian Peterson

    Brian Peterson

    Brian Peterson advises on a wide range of bankruptcy-related matters and has experience representing bankruptcy trustees in Ponzi scheme cases.
    • Brian is very sharp and knowledgeable. He is also closely tied to the bankruptcy community, including having insight into various bankruptcy judges.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSA
    • I think highly of Brian Peterson. He is responsive and competent.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSA

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