About

Provided by Linklaters

Linklaters’ market-leading U.S. restructuring and insolvency practice delivers sophisticated solutions on high profile, in-court and out-of-court restructuring and insolvency matters. The firm advises financial institutions, investment funds, asset managers, global companies, financial advisors and other stakeholders on all phases of domestic and cross-border restructuring and insolvency matters. The firm’s wide-ranging and well-balanced practice finds creative solutions through complex debt restructurings, litigation, bankruptcy matters, distressed M&A and other asset sale transactions.


Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring: Highly Regarded - New York

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What the Team is Known For

Linklaters offers a significant lender-side practice acting for agents to senior secured lenders, RBL lenders and ad hoc committees. The firm offers strong cross-border capabilities, regularly acting in Chapter 15 cases and related litigation. The team is active on matters concerning companies in the oil and gas, retail and aviation sectors.

Work Highlights

  • Linklaters advised Crédit Agricole CIB in connection with the restructuring of McDermott’s debt obligations and its liabilities related to commercial disputes.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Margot Schonholtz
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Margot Schonholtz
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Band 4
Margot Schonholtz acts for clients including noteholders and lenders in a variety of bankruptcy matters, ranging from distressed M&A to complex litigation.
Michael H Torkin
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Michael H Torkin
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Band 4
Michael Torkin remains a popular choice for public and private companies seeking counsel on a range of bankruptcy issues, including Chapter 11 cases, workouts and distressed M&A.

He is a very solid lawyer and a steady hand.

Penelope Jensen
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Penelope Jensen
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Penelope Jensen has a growing practice with a strong profile in Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court restructurings across a variety of industries.

Penelope is well-versed in the law, and also in business and financial matters.

She interacts well with all stakeholders and values her clients' interests, while not losing sight of the bigger picture.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Margot Schonholtz
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Margot Schonholtz
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Band 4
Michael H Torkin
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Michael H Torkin
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Band 4
Penelope Jensen
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Penelope Jensen
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