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What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins LLP has an acclaimed bankruptcy and workouts team with an established creditor practice and burgeoning debtor-side capabilities. The firm is relied upon by clients in major Chapter 11 cases, as well as out-of-court restructurings and distressed M&A transactions. The team maintains a fine reputation for its cross-border capabilities and is also particularly noted for its work in the energy sector. Notable strengths include bankruptcy-related litigation.

Work Highlights

  • Latham & Watkins represented AIG Financial Products in its Chapter 11 proceedings.

Strengths

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Latham offers exceptional strategies and scenario planning.

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Latham has the capacity to address any and all of my challenges.

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Notable Practitioners

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Ray Schrock
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Ray Schrock
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Ray Schrock wins praise from all corners of the market for his strong bankruptcy practice. He is noted for his expertise in representing debtors in significant Chapter 11 cases.

Ray is a stalwart practitioner.

Ray is on a different level. He's an absolute superstar.

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George A Davis
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George A Davis
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George Davis acts for both creditors and debtors on Chapter 11 matters, with additional expertise in distressed M&A and out-of-court restructurings.

He's super smart and very practical.

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Andrew Parlen
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Andrew Parlen
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Andrew Parlen is sought after for his expertise in Chapter 11 proceedings, and offers recent experience in matters concerning the energy, technology and retail industries. He is also noted for his bondholder representation.

Andrew has an exceptional communication style.

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Suzzanne Uhland
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Suzzanne Uhland
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Suzzanne Uhland comes recommended for her handling of Chapter 11 cases, distressed M&A and out-of-court restructurings.

She is very creative, practical and not afraid to litigate.

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Adam J. Goldberg
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Adam J. Goldberg
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Adam Goldberg is noted for his strong practice in the bankruptcy space. He offers experience acting for creditors and handling Chapter 15 matters.

Adam is talented and diligent.

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David Hammerman
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David Hammerman
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David Hammerman is global vice chair of the firms restructuring and special situations practice group. He advises creditors, debtors and sponsors on Chapter 11 restructurings and out-of-court workouts.

He's really in touch with the market and different players.

David is a fantastic lawyer with great commercial sense.

David is super commercial.

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John Sobolewski
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John Sobolewski stands out for the superb quality of his advice in liability management transactions. Corporate borrowers and sponsors alike look to him for advice in sophisticated matters.

He's a deal-maker who does great job of bridging gaps and getting parties to a deal.

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Keith A Simon
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Keith Simon advices a clientele of companies, financial institutions and private equity firms in a variety of bankruptcy matters. His sector experience extends across healthcare, energy and real estate.

Keith is very commercial. I have nothing but good things to say about him.

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Anupama Yerramalli
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Anupama Yerramalli is growing a fantastic reputation in the New York bankruptcy market. She is skilled in both in- and out-of-court restructurings.

Anupama is an excellent bankruptcy practitioner. She's very commercial and good with clients.

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Ray Schrock
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Ray Schrock
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George A Davis
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George A Davis
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Andrew Parlen
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Andrew Parlen
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Suzzanne Uhland
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Suzzanne Uhland
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Adam J. Goldberg
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Adam J. Goldberg
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David Hammerman
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David Hammerman
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John Sobolewski
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Keith A Simon
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Anupama Yerramalli
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Up and Coming
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