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Vinson & Elkins LLP

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

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Vinson & Elkins LLP

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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.

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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 noteholders, and is noted for advising financial institutions, including banks and private equity firms.

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Work Highlights

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  • Vinson & Elkins represented Enviva Inc. in connection with its Chapter 11 cases before the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.

Strengths

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  • What impressed me about the restructuring department was its ability to quickly think outside the box and articulate the potential legal outcomes of the different paths a complex restructuring could take.

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  • It has a depth of practice knowledge including political/relationship-based expertise when dealing with other law firms and various state and federal courts.

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  • Vinson & Elkins has significant experience that we find reassuring when entering into restructuring situations where capital is at risk.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David Meyer
    David Meyer

    David Meyer

    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.

    • David is incredible to work with. He is a fierce advocate for his client and has a great sense of commerciality and business issues.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentUSA
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