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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring: The Elite - New York

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is recognized for its prowess in representing major debtors, in addition to undertaking significant creditor-side engagements. The firm demonstrates impressive skill when negotiating contentious deals, particularly excelling in matters covering multiple jurisdictions. The group houses a multidisciplinary team of experts with strength in handling both in-court and out-of-court insolvency proceedings.

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Work Highlights

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  • Willkie Farr & Gallagher represented the unsecured creditors committee in Sunnova Energy's Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Strengths

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  • The team brought significant depth in experience over a wide range of practice groups.

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  • The Willkie team asked a lot of questions and was curious. Some of their most creative ideas came from a deep understanding of the business issues, the people involved and the conclusions they drew from that understanding.

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  • The Willkie team is experienced and smart. They are always helpful and always thoughtful in their approach.

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  • They are incredibly astute when it comes to complicated business and financial issues.

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  • Willkie delivers exceptional responsiveness and service across every engagement.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Matthew A Feldman
    Matthew A Feldman

    Matthew A Feldman

    Matthew Feldman wins praise from all corners of the market for his bankruptcy practice. He handles restructuring matters both in and out of court. He serves as the firm's chairman.

    • He is very bright and leaves no stone uncovered.

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  • Brett H Miller
    Brett H Miller

    Brett H Miller

    Brett Miller receives praise for his wide-ranging practice, which includes Chapter 11 cases and bankruptcy-related transactions.

    • He is super talented.

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    • He’s someone you always want on your side.

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  • Joseph G Minias
    Joseph G Minias

    Joseph G Minias

    Joseph Minias is experienced in a wide range of restructurings, both in and out of court. His client base includes banks, investment funds and distressed companies.
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  • Dennis L Jenkins
    Dennis L Jenkins

    Dennis L Jenkins

    Dennis Jenkins advises creditors, debtors and noteholders in Chapter 11 bankruptcies and out-of-court restructurings.
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  • Jeffrey Pawlitz
    Jeffrey Pawlitz

    Jeffrey Pawlitz

    Jeffrey Pawlitz advises sophisticated lenders in national and international restructurings. He is also experienced in advising corporates and ad hoc lender groups in Chapter 11 cases, distressed M&A transactions and out-of-court workouts.
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