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Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP

Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite

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Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP

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Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones has one of the largest and most highly regarded bankruptcy practices in the nation. The firm's bankruptcy attorneys are experienced in representing all of the major constituencies in bankruptcy proceedings and out-of-court workouts, including debtors, committees, trustees, bondholders, asset purchasers, and third-party plan proponents. PSZJ's clients include large public corporations as well as small businesses and individuals. This breadth of experience enhances the firm's effectiveness and capability in virtually all aspects of chapter 11 cases as well as chapter 9 municipal bankruptcies.

In thirty plus years of representing corporations, individuals, and other constituencies in bankruptcy cases, PSZJ has developed special expertise in a number of industries vital to the national, regional economies, including: healthcare, technology, automotive, manufacturing, retail, real estate, restaurant chains, entertainment, and agriculture.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite - USA

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What the Team is Known For
Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones boasts a comprehensive Los Angeles-headquartered bankruptcy and restructuring team with a broad clientele encompassing debtors, creditors, trustees and asset purchasers. The group offers notable strength in complex cross-border insolvencies and multijurisdictional Chapter 11 filings, while other areas of significant expertise include insolvency litigation, distressed M&A and out-of-court workouts.
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Work Highlights

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  • Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP represented the official committee of unsecured creditors in the $1 billion Chapter 11 bankruptcy of Red Lobster.

Strengths

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  • Their expert knowledge is enhanced by their deep understanding of commercial issues.

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  • The team have their finger on the pulse of the industry.

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  • Pachulski's lawyers have strong and deep knowledge and experience. They know how to handle the most sophisticated bankruptcy challenges.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Laura Davis Jones
    Laura Davis Jones

    Laura Davis Jones

    Laura Davis Jones is regularly engaged to represent clients in high profile Chapter 11 proceedings, with significant experience in the retail and restaurant sectors, among others. She offers particular expertise in debtor-side representations.

    • Laura is a universally recognized leader and commercial problem-solver.

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    • Laura distinguishes herself with her sheer brilliance, knowledge and creativity.

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    • Laura is incredibly knowledgeable.

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  • Richard M Pachulski
    Richard M Pachulski

    Richard M Pachulski

    Richard Pachulski is sought after for his expertise acting on behalf of debtors in Chapter 11 proceedings. He also acts for investors, acquirers and creditors in restructurings and distressed M&A.

    • Richard is a fantastic attorney. He's very accessible, responsive and extremely knowledgeable.

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    • Richard is an incredible adviser.

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    • He's deeply intelligent and creative while being commercial and solution-minded, all at once.

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  • James Stang
    James Stang

    James Stang

    James Stang is nationally recognized for his representation of clients in high stakes Chapter 11 cases.

    • Jim is a strategic advocate and subject matter expert. He is committed to his clients.

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    • Jim provides outstanding legal services.

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