About

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·         V&E is a go-to firm for bankruptcy and restructuring work in Texas and nationally with dominant expertise in the energy sector. V&E has received key, high-profile engagements in most of the significant Chapter 11 cases filed in Texas over the past decade. The depth, experience and longevity of V&E’s insolvency team have been distinguishing factors from its competition, as has our firm’s extensive experience and capabilities in bankruptcy litigation.

·         During the past few years, V&E’s insolvency lawyers have been involved in Chapter 11 cases and out-of court restructurings in Delaware, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, New York, South Carolina, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and, of course, Texas. In addition, V&E continues to handle insolvency matters on an international basis.

·         V&E is recognized as the #1 distinguished global energy firm, and this focus is a known factor in our bankruptcy and restructuring practice. Moreover, our practice has significant experience in virtually every industry, including recent engagements involving the energy, retail, telecom, real estate and shipping industries. Approximately half of V&E’s insolvency practice is comprised of debtor or company-side engagements, with the balance split among: (a) secured lender work; (b) representation of financial and strategic buyers of assets in Chapter 11 cases; and (c) representation of Chapter 11 trustees and other significant parties with an interest in major Chapter 11 cases.

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite - USA
5
Band 5
What the team is known for

Vinson & Elkins enjoys an excellent reputation in the energy sector, acting on in-court and out-of-court restructuring as well as distressed M&A. It often represents companies and affiliated debtors, as well as lenders and noteholder, and is noted for advising financial institutions, including banks and private equity firms.

Work Highlights

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  • Vinson & Elkins advised AMP Capital Investors in connection with the out-of-court restructuring of Limetree Bay Terminals.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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David Meyer
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David Meyer
4
Band 4

David Meyer has a standout profile in the energy and mining sector. He regularly handles Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings and distressed M&A.

"He is an effective negotiator who remains level-headed even at times of high emotion."

"He is very commercial, practical and the ideal picture of a good adviser. He is constantly available and you always feel you are in good hands."

"David is excellent and a pleasure to work with. He has very high commercial IQ and is a go-to thought partner."

Ranked Lawyers at
Vinson & Elkins LLP

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David Meyer
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David Meyer
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Members

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David Meyer

Harry Perrin

Josiah Daniel

Paul Heath