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McDermott Will & Schulte

Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite

USA Guide 2026 : New York


McDermott Will & Schulte

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite - New York

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

McDermott Will & Schulte is adept at handling a wide range of restructuring matters, including Chapter 11 proceedings and related transactions. The firm is noted for its expertise in the cryptocurrency and healthcare sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • McDermott Will & Schulte represented Axar Capital Management in the Chapter 11 cases of Avant Gardner and its affiliates.

Strengths

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  • The team consistently responds promptly, addresses issues thoroughly and ensures that responses to inquiries are complete, relevant and accurate. The team members have repeatedly demonstrated flexibility and an ability to meet even the more challenging scheduling demands.

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  • McDermott is a staunch defender of their client's position.

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  • They have tremendous skills, acumen and resources.

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  • It is a highly responsive team.

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  • They have a thorough approach to situations and look for practical solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Adam C Harris
    Band 3Adam C Harris

    Adam C Harris

    Adam Harris focuses his practice on advising financial institutions, hedge funds and investment funds on workouts and distressed acquisitions.
    • He is outstanding in restructuring.

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  • Band 4Darren Azman
    Band 4Darren Azman

    Darren Azman

    Darren Azman comes recommended for his high quality restructuring expertise. Clients go to him for advice in high value in and out-of-court restructurings across a range of industries, with notable experience in cryptocurrency.

    • He is commercial and practical.

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    • Darren is a force of nature.

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  • Band 4Gregg M Galardi
    Band 4Gregg M Galardi

    Gregg M Galardi

    Gregg Galardi offers significant experience in complex bankruptcy matters, routinely representing noteholders and debtors. His practice spans a range of sectors, including retail and pharmaceuticals.
    • Gregg has superb awareness of the restructuring environment.

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    • He has tremendous breadth and is an extremely creative thinker.

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    • He is so dynamic and can do anything.

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  • Band 4Kristin K. Going
    Band 4Kristin K. Going

    Kristin K. Going

    Kristin Going advises on bankruptcies, among other matters, and often represents indenture trustees.
    • Kristin has proven herself to be a talented, versatile and focused attorney.

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  • Band 6Kristine Manoukian
    Band 6Kristine Manoukian

    Kristine Manoukian

    Kristine Manoukian is excellent in her handling of in and out-of-court restructurings, and is particularly focused on the representation of financial institutions.

    • Kristine has been doing a great job of making sure we are focused on the ending. She is an incredibly hard worker and is very savvy.

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    • Kristine is excellent and exceeds in every manner.

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    • She is responsive, efficient and very thorough.

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    • Kristine is very strategic and thoughtful. She has a depth of experience that helps you get best outcome.

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    • She always advocates for, and staunchly defends, her clients.

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