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Vedder

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

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Vedder Price’s Corporate Reorganization, Bankruptcy and Insolvency practice group provides the full range of legal services related to bankruptcies, restructurings, refinancings and workouts. We combine bankruptcy specialists, transactional attorneys and experienced litigators, all of whom work together to analyze the transaction, propose a resolution, and implement it, whether it be through negotiation or litigation. Our team has a reputation for formulating and implementing creative, practical, cost‐effective strategies to achieve our clients’ objectives. We have represented a wide variety of clients, from midsize to large financial institutions and corporations, spanning across all industries, including special expertise in large aircraft, railcar and vessels equipment finance, giving us the experience needed to solve the unique issues your company may be facing.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Illinois

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Vedder is noted for its handling of a broad range of matters including debtor-in-possession financing, Section 363 sales and creditor representation in Chapter 11 matters and out-of-court workouts. Enjoys a strong reputation for restructurings in the aviation finance space and boasts lawyers with experience in acting as court-appointed receivers.

Work Highlights

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  • Vedder represented VPC Pizza Holdings, an affiliate of Victory Park Capital, in its successful USD52 million bid to purchase the operating assets of Giordano’s Enterprises.

Strengths

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  • They provide excellent advice; they have strong industry knowledge, negotiation skills and the ability to explain legal terms to laypeople. They are always available and responsive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Michael M Eidelman
    Band 3Michael M Eidelman

    Michael M Eidelman

    Michael Eidelman advises on issues such as Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 cases. His clients include trustees and lenders.
    • He is very experienced and results-oriented. He is also very effective across the table.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSA
    • Michael is very skilled, smart and creative.

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