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Brian Koenig

USA 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Nebraska

6 years ranked

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Provided by Koley Jessen P.C.

USA

Practice Areas

Brian Koenig represents clients in high-stakes commercial disputes and complex bankruptcy matters, advising businesses, financial institutions, and investors on risk, strategy, and resolution. With a practice spanning litigation and restructuring, he helps clients navigate financially distressed situations and achieve efficient, commercially sound outcomes.

Brian leads the firm’s bankruptcy and creditors’ rights practice, where he counsels creditors, debtors, trustees, committees, and post-bankruptcy investors on matters arising both in and out of formal proceedings. His experience includes developing and executing strategies to minimize exposure, maximize recoveries, and structure transactions involving distressed assets, foreclosures, and bankruptcy sales. He regularly litigates contested matters in state and federal courts, handling disputes under the Bankruptcy Code as well as complex commercial litigation involving contracts, fiduciary duties, and business relationships.

Known for his strategic and pragmatic approach, Brian works with clients across a range of industries to resolve high-value and technically complex disputes. He has represented publicly traded companies, private equity firms, closely held businesses, and individuals in proceedings nationwide, providing clear, actionable advice in high-pressure situations.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Nebraska

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Brian Koenig of Koley Jessen is highly regarded for his vast experience advising clients on complex bankruptcy matters, including out-of-court restructurings. He is particularly noted for his expertise in bankruptcy-related litigation and leads the firm's bankruptcy and creditors' rights practice.

Litigation: General Commercial - Nebraska

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial
Brian Koenig is recognized for his considerable experience as a litigator practicing across contract disputes, negligence claims and real estate-related cases.

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Nebraska

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