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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Illinois

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Hugely respected insolvency team, noted for its outstanding representation of creditor and debtor-side clients in the full range of bankruptcy work. Continuing strength in out-of-court restructurings, high-value Chapter 11 cases and cross-border bankruptcies. Also noted for its handling of matters such as distressed M&A and prepackaged bankruptcies.

Work Highlights

  • Latham & Watkins LLP advised Audacy and its debtor affiliates in their pre-packaged chapter 11 cases to implement a consensual USD1.9 billion restructuring.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Caroline Reckler
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Caroline Reckler
1
Band 1
Caroline Reckler acts for retail and energy clients, as part of a broad client base. She works on Chapter 11 restructuring and distressed M&A.

Caroline is sophisticated, experienced and creative; she has come up with novel approaches to myriad legal issues and has led in some of the most complex Chapter 11 restructurings.

She is extremely proactive, thoughtful and strategic; always a step or two ahead of opposition.

Caroline is just exceptional; she is very business-forward and can weave her way though the bankruptcy code with ease and elegance.

Ryan Dahl
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Ryan Dahl
2
Band 2

Ryan Dahl has extensive experience acting for debtors in Chapter 11 proceedings, as well as out-of-court workouts.

Ryan showcases a unique level of expertise and leadership.

Ryan's impact on the restructuring space is very powerful.

James Ktsanes
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James Ktsanes
4
Band 4

James Ktsanes is a talented attorney whose practice displays strength in the representation of creditors and debtors in a broad suite of sophisticated restructuring matters.

James has a really great perspective and a high level of expertise; his attention to detail and ability to negotiate is also very high.

He is very reasonable, practical and smart.

He is an excellent blended finance lawyer.

Benjamin Rhode
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Benjamin Rhode
5
Band 5

Benjamin Rhode is known for representing clients across a broad spectrum of bankruptcy and insolvency cases. He is particularly adept in out-of-court restructurings and Chapter 11 proceedings.

Ben does an excellent job and is very calm with clients.

Jason Gott
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Jason Gott
5
Band 5

Jason Gott represents financially distressed clients in bankruptcy litigation as well as out-of-court restructurings. He is particularly adept at handling debt restructuring transactions, Chapter 11 and Chapter 15 proceedings.

He is a strong technical lawyer.

He has great judgment and does well in court dealing with opposing counsel. He has a steady and strategic approach to questions.

Jason is very good; exceptionally skilled in his subject matter area and a good thought partner.

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Illinois

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Caroline Reckler
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Caroline Reckler
1
Band 1
Ryan Dahl
2
Ryan Dahl
2
Band 2
James Ktsanes
4
James Ktsanes
4
Band 4
Benjamin Rhode
5
Benjamin Rhode
5
Band 5
Jason Gott
5
Jason Gott
5
Band 5