About

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Bankruptcy is a race against time. The inexorable dissipation of a distressed company’s assets sets a timetable that dictates the behavior of hundreds, if not thousands, of claimants, which in turn informs the strategic thinking of debtors and creditors alike. The ability to stay comfortably ahead is the mark of a law firm with the experience and savvy to conduct chapter 11 proceedings on the most compressed schedules imaginable.

The attorneys of Young Conaway work at the speed of Delaware, and our Bankruptcy and Restructuring Group is the largest in the state. The sheer volume of bankruptcy cases entering Delaware courts — and the accelerated pace of their disposition — assures that we stay constantly engaged in fast, efficient turnarounds. When litigation threatens to slow matters down, we are adept at expediting matters — we often move cases from discovery to full evidentiary hearing in less than a month.

We are deeply embedded in Delaware’s bankruptcy community, which gives us powerful insights, not just into the complexities and creativity of the United States Bankruptcy Code, but also into the ways our judges have historically interpreted the Code and how they are likely to rule in any given case. Our dexterity in finding common ground among multiple constituencies and competing interests has made us the Delaware firm of choice, both as lead counsel in middle market insolvencies and as co-counsel in major national and global restructurings.

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Delaware

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What the Team is Known For

Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP is a premier practice notable for the strength and depth of its bankruptcy team, which houses numerous highly skilled attorneys. The team advises an impressive range of clients, both locally and nationally, across numerous industry sectors, particularly retail. The group maintains a fantastic reputation for its work on behalf of debtors, creditors' committees and other stakeholders in Chapter 11 restructurings and out-of-court workouts.

Work Highlights

  • Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor served as co-counsel to the ad hoc group of certain pre-petition first lien and second lien lenders in the Chapter 11 cases of Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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James L Patton Jr
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James L Patton Jr
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Senior Statespeople
Chairman emeritus James Patton provides expert representation in complex Chapter 11 mandates, acting for a broad roster of parties.
Pauline Morgan
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Pauline Morgan
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Senior Statespeople
Pauline Morgan is an accomplished Chapter 11 practitioner. She gains plaudits for her work advising debtors on complex bankruptcy proceedings, while also acting for a range of parties on distressed transactions.

Pauline is a standout in the Delaware community and a highly respected practitioner.

Michael R Nestor
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Michael R Nestor
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Michael Nestor is well versed in advising debtors on a range of proceedings, including Chapter 11 filings and workouts. He is also noted for his expert representation of private equity funds in the restructuring space.

Michael is personable but tough. He makes the right deals for his clients in the most complex and difficult restructurings.

He is widely respected.

Michael Nestor is a strategic thinker.

Michael is a true asset; he is a great lawyer and partner given his knowledge.

Robert S Brady
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Robert S Brady
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Robert Brady chairs the firm and regularly advises distressed companies on Chapter 11 proceedings. He provides expert counsel on both transactional and contentious matters and focuses his practice on the biotechnology industry.

He is one of the smartest, most practical and hard-working lawyers.

Bob is absolutely terrific and a quality lawyer in every way. He's very smart, a pleasure to work with and able to take hard positions without making it difficult.

Bob really is at the top of the restructuring field, combining extraordinary knowledge and experience with a keen business sense.

Andrew L. Magaziner
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Andrew L. Magaziner
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Andrew Magaziner earns praise for his work on high-profile Chapter 11 cases, including representing debtors in the retail and financial sectors.

Drew is a prepared and smart advocate who knows the judges well.

He is a very skilled lawyer.

Drew is a very experienced and great attorney.

Edwin Harron
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Edwin Harron
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Edwin Harron is a respected bankruptcy lawyer whose practice is routinely engaged to advise on complex Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court settlements. He is active in mass tort matters.

Edwin is very smart and highly thought of.

Joseph Barry
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Joseph Barry
Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Joseph Barry draws praise for his restructuring practice, with experience acting as debtors' and creditors' counsel in Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 filings. He co-chairs the bankruptcy and restructuring group.

He easily grasps issues and masterfully directs the case to a timely, successful outcome.

He does an amazing job navigating complexities and securing tremendous results in an efficient matter.

Joe is very sensitive to clients' needs and communicates well.

Sean Beach
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Sean Beach
Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Sean Beach has developed a solid bankruptcy practice with extensive experience in the representation of debtor-side clients. He is a popular choice for distressed companies, including in the retail and construction markets. He serves as co-chair of the firm's bankruptcy and restructuring group.

Sean has great judgment and presence in court. He is an impressive strategic thinker and a first port of call for all things Delaware.

Sean commands respect and is even-keeled in the face of difficult circumstances. He is a steady hand in rough waters.

Edmon L. Morton
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Edmon L. Morton
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Edmon Morton routinely serves as debtors' counsel in Chapter 11 filings. His capabilities in complex, large-scale reorganisations make him a strong choice for companies operating across different states.

Ed is sharp as a tack, both in the courtroom and in negotiations.

Ed is focused on helping identify practical solutions to thorny legal issues. He is a consensus-builder in negotiations, great in court and provides helpful strategy.

Ed is a tremendous and very polished practitioner.

Kara Hammond Coyle
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Kara Hammond Coyle
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Kara Hammond Coyle maintains an acclaimed bankruptcy practice. Her broad skillset includes particular strength representing debtors in sophisticated Chapter 11 matters.

Kara is very knowledgeable, practical and responsive.

Kara is an absolutely phenomenal lawyer.

Kara is incredibly committed and adept at handling negotiations, and has tremendous court skills. She is a go-to lawyer who is incredibly creative in very difficult situations.

Robert Poppiti
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Robert Poppiti
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Robert Poppiti focuses his practice on sophisticated restructuring matters. He represents creditors and debtors, and is active in the cryptocurrency, energy and technology spaces.

Robert is very collaborative.

Robert is a go-to Delaware counsel.

Robert is creative, responsive and constructive.

Allison Mielke
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Allison Mielke
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Up and Coming

Allison Mielke is a rising star, advising key stakeholders in bankruptcy and restructuring matters.

Allison provides the highest level of client service. She is wonderful to collaborate with because of the breadth of her experience and her proactive nature.

Allison is a very capable attorney with a no-nonsense but personable style. She anticipates potential issues and deals with them to help achieve business goals.

Allison is an impressive partner and a very strong advocate.

Ryan Bartley
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Ryan Bartley
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Ryan Bartley draws praise for his growing restructuring practice. His broad industry expertise includes experience in energy, retail and technology.

Ryan is a great and extremely knowledgeable partner who can really move a case along.

Ryan is really detail-oriented in very difficult cases.

Ryan has a top-class ability to synthesise complex legal issues.

Ranked Lawyers at
Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP

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Delaware

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

James L Patton Jr
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James L Patton Jr
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Senior Statespeople
Pauline Morgan
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Pauline Morgan
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Senior Statespeople
Michael R Nestor
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Michael R Nestor
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Robert S Brady
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Robert S Brady
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Andrew L. Magaziner
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Andrew L. Magaziner
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Edwin Harron
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Edwin Harron
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Joseph Barry
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Joseph Barry
Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Sean Beach
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Sean Beach
Head of Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Edmon L. Morton
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Edmon L. Morton
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Kara Hammond Coyle
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Kara Hammond Coyle
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Robert Poppiti
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Robert Poppiti
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Band 4
Allison Mielke
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Allison Mielke
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Up and Coming
Ryan Bartley
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Ryan Bartley
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Up and Coming

Members

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Alexander Faris

Allison Mielke

Amanda Pooler

Andrew Lee

Andrew Magaziner

Ashley Jacobs

Benjamin Carver

Brynna Gaffney

Carol Thompson

Christopher Lambe

Edwin Harron

Elizabeth Justison

Erin Edwards

Evan Saruk

Felton Parrish

Jaclyn Perkins

Jared Kochenash

Joel Waite

Joseph Barry

Joseph Barry

Head of Department

Joseph Mulvihill

Joshua Richards

Kara Coyle

Kenneth Enos

Kevin Guerke

Kristin McElroy

Matthew Lunn

Michael Neiburg

Pam Schools

Renae Pagano

Robert Poppiti, Jr.

Roger Sharp

Ryan Bartley

S. Daniel Trager

Sarah Gawrysiak

Sean Beach

Sean Beach

Head of Department

Sean Greecher

Shane Reil

Sharon Zieg

Shella Borovinskaya

Timothy Powell

Travis Buchanan

William Zwicharowski