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Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

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Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP

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To learn more about Whiteford’s Bankruptcy/Restructuring capabilities, please see the Business Solutions, Restructuring & Financial Litigation page on the Practices & Industries tab at www.whitefordlaw.com/practices.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Virginia

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What the Team is Known For
Whiteford has a highly regarded team that advises on the full range of matters including bankruptcy-related litigation. It provides expert services in Chapter 7 and 11 liquidation and bankruptcy cases to creditors, debtors and trustees. The team continues to advise on bankruptcies in the coal mining industry, as well as matters relating to the construction industry. The team's experience includes acting as special counsel in professional liability claims and other fraud and liability suits arising from insolvency and bankruptcy.
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Work Highlights

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  • Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP served as sole counsel in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases of CTN Holdings, Inc. and seven affiliates.

Strengths

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  • The attorneys have a great deal of experience in bankruptcy matters and consistently exercise good judgment in the matters they handle.

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  • The firm has an excellent sense of the business and commercial needs of their client and the case overall.

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  • Whiteford Taylor's bankruptcy group is extremely knowledgeable and responsive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Christopher A Jones
    Christopher A Jones

    Christopher A Jones

    Christopher Jones, managing partner of the firm's Falls Church office, is an experienced litigator with noted experience in bankruptcy proceedings. He also lends his expertise to distressed asset transactions and complex restructurings.

    • Chris is very smart, focused and good on his feet.

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    • He consistently demonstrates excellent judgment.

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  • Bradford Englander
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    Bradford Englander

    Bradford Englander frequently acts as a Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 trustee in addition to handling workouts and bankruptcy proceedings. He also has experience advising on corporate restructurings.

    • Brad is an experienced bankruptcy practitioner who can handle complex matters.

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  • David Gaffey
    David Gaffey

    David Gaffey

    David Gaffey is noted for his growing practice in the bankruptcy space. He offers experience acting for creditors and handling Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 matters, as well as related litigation.

    • Dave is very knowledgeable and handles complex cases and represents his clients well.

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  • Brandy Rapp
    Brandy Rapp

    Brandy Rapp

    Brandy Rapp has a burgeoning practice representing debtors, trustees, liquidation trusts, and creditors in the mining and construction industries in Chapter 11 and other bankruptcy reorganizations.

    • She's very smart, capable and great to work with.

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    • Brandy does a great job in representing her clients.

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