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Paul Hastings LLP

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

USA Guide 2026 : California


Paul Hastings LLP

Rankings

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - California

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Paul Hastings has a recently established team with notable capabilities in all manner of bankruptcy mandates, including Chapter 11 proceedings and workouts. The firm acts for a range of clients, including large financial institutions and companies from the telecommunications and aviation sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Paul Hastings LLP represented Brightwood and a group of lenders in the restructuring of a credit facility to Zips Car Wash which resulted in a Chapter 11 restructuring and a successful reorganization.

Strengths

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  • The firm is best in class and has an extremely strong team, from associate to managing partner.

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  • Paul Hastings is always available regardless of the time zone.

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  • Paul Hastings is efficient, super streamlined, very commercial and focuses on what really needs to be done.

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  • Paul Hastings is extremely knowledgeable on the laws and codes in the industry and creative in solving insolvable problems.

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  • The core team I have worked with at Paul Hastings has always done great work and we feel very confident in the team's ability to address our needs in a timely manner.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Justin Rawlins
    Band 1Justin Rawlins

    Justin Rawlins

    Justin Rawlins has a broad bankruptcy practice, advising clients on Chapter 11 proceedings, workouts and acquisitions, among other matters.
    • Justin is one of the best lawyers in the country.

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    • Hands down one of the best attorneys I have worked with. Justin is commercial, pragmatic, patient and always focused on doing what makes most sense for the client.

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    • Justin is extremely responsive on all matters. He has a strong understanding of our business and what we care about when it comes to legal documentation and risk mitigation.

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    • Justin Rawlins can really cut to the meat of the issue and is very efficient.

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    • One of the best restructuring attorneys that I have worked with. He exhibits a high degree of customer service coupled with strong technical knowledge.

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