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Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Louisiana

1 Years Ranked

About

Provided by Amelia L. Hurt

USA

Practice Areas

Amelia L. Hurt is senior counsel in the firm's Bankruptcy and Business Reorganization section. Her practice focuses on bankruptcy and bankruptcy litigation, where she represents debtors, debtors-in-possession, creditors, and trustees in Chapter 11 cases throughout the country.  Ms. Hurt also handles bankruptcy-related litigation matters and appellate work, including cases before the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Ms. Hurt's legal expertise includes prosecuting and defending preference actions in bankruptcy, requiring an in-depth analysis of both the elements and defenses to a preference.

Expert in these Jurisdictions

State Bar of Texas, 2014

State Bar of Louisiana, 2016

Experience

Ms. Hurt also handles bankruptcy-related litigation matters and appellate work, including cases before the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Ms. Hurt's legal expertise includes prosecuting and defending preference actions in bankruptcy, requiring an in-depth analysis of both the elements and defenses to a preference.

Ms. Hurt routinely consults clients on bankruptcy claims.  Her representation includes advising clients on the terms and conditions of plans of reorganization in large bankruptcy cases. 

Ms. Hurt's experience also includes representation of both individuals and businesses in a wide variety of commercial litigation matters, including oil and gas contractual disputes, class actions, administrative proceedings, and arbitration.

Career

https://www.kellyhart.com/attorney/amelia-l-hurt/

Education

Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center

J.D., cum laude

2014

Louisiana State University

B.A.

2011

Awards

The Best Lawyers in America®

Best Lawyers®

2026

Louisiana Super Lawyers Risings Stars®

Thomson Reuters

2026

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America

Best Lawyers®

2025

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America

Best Lawyers®

2024

Work Highlights

https://www.kellyhart.com/attorney/amelia-l-hurt/

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Louisiana

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Amelia L. Hurt is a well-regarded senior counsel who advises clients in a range of bankruptcy filings and litigation. She represents debtors-in-possession, creditors and trustees.

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