About
Provided by Sidley Austin LLP
For more information on the practice, please visit the practice's page at: https://www.sidley.com/en/services/restructuring
Chambers Review
Excellent group that acts on significant bankruptcy and restructuring cases for a wide range of domestic and international clients. Works regularly on creditor and company-side representations in addition to advising asset purchasers. Noted expertise advising clients on mass tort claims and restructurings across specialized industries such as transportation, energy and manufacturing. Counts a number of household names in the financial sector among its clients.
Work Highlights
- Sidley advised MUFG Union Bank as creditors in Chesapeake Energy Corp's Chapter 11 proceedings.
Notable Practitioners
Samuel Newman is very well regarded in the market for his expert handling of in-court and out-of-court restructurings. His expertise includes Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 proceedings, as well as bankruptcy litigation.
"Samuel is a quality lawyer who is deal-focused." "He is a class act and very smart."
Jennifer Hagle is particularly noted for her expertise acting on behalf of creditors in bankruptcies and out-of-court restructurings across a range of sectors, including media, energy and education.
"Jennifer is extremely capable, friendly, and strategic. She knows how to get a deal done."