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McDonald Hopkins LLC

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

USA Guide 2026 : Illinois

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McDonald Hopkins LLC

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Illinois

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Particularly active in the midmarket space. Advises on a host of matters including Chapter 11 and Chapter 15 bankruptcies. Clients include private equity firms, commercial lenders and high net worth individuals. The team is experienced in the automotive, manufacturing and technology sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • McDonald Hopkins LLC represents Lutheran Home and its related debtors in their Chapter 11 cases.

Strengths

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  • They demonstrate a strategic and practical approach and a high level of service. They are extremely experienced and responsive.

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  • They understand our business objectives and can navigate complex matters while tailoring their work to those objectives, to provide the best outcome.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David Agay
    David Agay

    David Agay

    David Agay handles Chapter 11 cases, among other matters. His clients include entities in the technology and manufacturing sectors.

    • Dave is incredibly knowledgeable on the law and very business-minded. His advice is super responsive and he is creative in his approach.

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    • He is super hands-on, very smart and understands the deals. He is a formidable adversary.

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    • David has a great restructuring practice; he understands commercial objectives, and works tirelessly to deliver outcomes.

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  • Marc Carmel
    Marc Carmel

    Marc Carmel

    Marc Carmel is a go-to for clients seeking representation in both in-court and out-of-court restructurings. He also handles distressed transactions, and offers experience in both debtor and lender-side work.

    • He is very responsive and his business outcomes are very good.

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    • Marc is very smart; a great practitioner.

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    • He is very commercial and very driven.

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  • Nicholas Miller
    Nicholas Miller

    Nicholas Miller

    Nicholas Miller acts for debtors, creditors and individuals on bankruptcy matters. He often works on Chapter 11 and 7 proceedings.

    • Nicholas is a very commercial lawyer. He doesn't waste time on issues that don't matter.

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    • He is excellent; very intelligent and careful.

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    • Nicholas is very experienced and results-oriented and has an excellent demeanor.

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