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Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones has one of the largest and most highly regarded bankruptcy practices in the nation. It has three offices in California, located in Los Angeles (its headquarters), San Francisco, and Costa Mesa. 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.

PSZJ’s extensive California presence enables its attorneys to represent debtors and creditors’ committees in high-profile bankruptcies of companies such as The Weinstein Company Holdings LLC, Munchery Inc., Open Road Films LLC, and American Apparel, among others.

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What the Team is Known For

Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones maintains a market-leading presence, offering debtors, creditors' committees and trustees comprehensive bankruptcy and restructuring advice. Possesses extensive knowledge in areas such as cross-border insolvency, distressed debt investment and M&A for clients in diverse industries, including technology, healthcare and retail. Demonstrates notable proficiency in representing clients in both out-of-court and in-court proceedings, including expertise in contentious matters such as complex avoidance actions and claim litigation. Equally capable of advising individuals, small businesses and large multinational corporations.

Work Highlights

  • Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP represented Monster Beverage Corporation in its $362 million acquisition of Vital Pharmaceuticals. The deal facilitated Vital Pharmaceuticals' exit from Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Strengths

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Pachulski is a very strong advocate for its clients and provides strong support. We trust them with our most complex bankruptcy matters.

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There is no firm better at representing committees than Pachulski. It's always at the very top of the list.

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

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Notable Practitioners

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Debra Grassgreen
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Debra Grassgreen is noted for her expertise in Chapter 11 cases, acting on behalf of creditors, with additional experience in contentious matters.

Debra is an extremely strong advocate and a tireless worker. She's as tough as tough can be, but knows how to get deals done.

Debra will always be my first go-to. She is terrific.

Debra is a wonderful attorney and balanced practitioner. She's my go-to.

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Isaac M Pachulski
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Isaac M Pachulski
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Isaac Pachulski is a highly regarded practitioner with experience across a range of bankruptcy and restructuring matters. He regularly advises clients on significant Chapter 11 proceedings, with notable experience in matters concerning offshore drilling.

Isaac is probably the smartest bankruptcy lawyer I have ever met. He has some serious intellectual firepower.

Isaac is one of the smartest guys around town.

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James Stang
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James Stang
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James Stang regularly acts for creditors' committees in Chapter 11 proceedings and has notable expertise in bankruptcy matters involving sexual abuse.

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

Jim provides outstanding legal services.

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Jeffrey N Pomerantz
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Jeffrey N Pomerantz
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Jeffrey Pomerantz is widely regarded as an expert in representing creditors' committees. He has broad experience spanning an array of sectors, from retail to oil and gas.

Jeff is extremely tenacious, bright and really goes the extra mile to deliver for his clients.

Everyone knows and respects Jeff. He's top of the top.

Jeff is a great lawyer and a trusted adviser.

Jeff is great at strategic advice. He's really got a great eye for how to deal with tricky matters strategically.

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Richard M Pachulski
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Richard M Pachulski
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Richard Pachulski acts for both debtors and creditors in Chapter 11 proceedings, and is also experienced in corporate restructurings.

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

Richard is an incredible advisor.

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

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Jeffrey H. Davidson
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Jeffrey H. Davidson
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Jeffrey Davidson's practice includes bankruptcy matters in addition to out-of-court restructurings, with his clients spanning an array of industries, from energy to media.
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Ira D Kharasch
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Ira Kharasch is adept at representing debtors and creditors in bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 proceedings. He has experience across a range of sectors, including entertainment and technology.

Ira is extremely bright, creative and brings enormous value.

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Shirley Cho
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Shirley Cho is noted for her expert representation of companies and creditors in restructuring and insolvency cases. She is also noted for her expertise in US insolvency law in foreign proceedings.

Shirley is very responsive with deep knowledge and experience.

I really rely on Shirley's expertise and support. She's very smart, responsive, practical and driven.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Debra Grassgreen
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Isaac M Pachulski
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James Stang
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Jeffrey N Pomerantz
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Richard M Pachulski
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Jeffrey H. Davidson
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Ira D Kharasch
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Shirley Cho
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