Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Esteemed attorney Mark Collins is noted for his significant Chapter 11 practice. He regularly advises market-leading companies in financial distress, including those with significant international operations. He focuses his practice on a range of industries, including energy, bio pharmaceutical, retail and corporate.

"He has good insight and judgment."

Daniel DeFranceschi is often called upon to provide expert counsel on Chapter 11 proceedings. He is a fine choice of counsel for debtor-side clients from industries such as energy and retail, bringing to bear additional experience in creditor mandates.

"Daniel is good in court and an effective advocate. He has seen it all and is our go-to for complex restructuring matters."

John Knight has an extensive practice and is routinely retained by both companies and financial institutions seeking his expertise in proceedings such as Chapter 11 filings. He is adept at representing debtors in a range of industries, including retail and energy.

"I have high regard for the professional services that John provided in a very difficult and challenging representation."

"He is a strong courtroom lawyer; commercial in his outcomes and advice, and able to get the right solution for his clients."

Michael Merchant is a fine choice of attorney for large scale Chapter 11 reorganizations. He draws on broad experience in matters involving distressed assets, including Section 363 transactions.

"He provides great insight into what the judges look for."

"Michael is really intelligent, diligent and a solid team player. He is thoughtful about how to approach the court."

Paul Heath has a robust Chapter 11 practice and frequently advises clients across a range of industries, both domestically and internationally, with recent cases in the pharmaceutical, technology and energy sectors. He complements his expert debtor-side practice with experience acting for creditors.

Robert Stearn centers his bankruptcy practice on contentious matters. He offers wide-ranging expertise in civil litigation, handling disputes such as fraudulent transfer actions and breaches of fiduciary duty.

"He is an outstanding litigator with a huge wealth of experience which gives him a great sense of what will, and will not, resonate with the court. He is an invaluable resource in disputed matters."

Russell Silberglied demonstrates significant capabilities in both contentious and noncontentious distressed proceedings. His broad client base includes a range of stakeholders, including lenders and debtors.

"He is very smart, practical and responsive. He provided great insight."

Amanda Steele garners recognition for her Chapter 11 practice and is comfortable representing both creditors and debtors. She has experience advising on matters in industries such as technology and pharmaceuticals.

"She is very responsive and knowledgeable. She has a great command of the room and a good bedside manner."

"Amanda is intelligent, diligent and a solid team player."

Zachary Shapiro advises on a range of bankruptcy-related matters, including high profile cases. He regularly acts on behalf of debtors on Chapter 11 proceedings.

"He is an excellent and compelling communicator."