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Brian Trust

Brian Trust

USA 2026

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Brian Trust brings extensive restructuring experience to stakeholders in distressed situations. He has established himself as a distinguished practitioner who has dedicated his career to navigating the complex web of bankruptcy law. Brian is singularly focused on achieving maximum value for large institutional creditors in complex Chapter 11 reorganizations, out-of-court restructurings and recapitalizations, mergers and acquisitions of financially distressed companies, acquisition and divestiture of claims against and equity interests in distressed companies, debtor-in-possession and exit financings, and cross-border insolvencies. Brian pioneered the novel use of securitization and/or asset-based security structures utilizing DIP loan technology in Chapter 11 proceedings.

His deep understanding of the challenges faced by creditors has made him indispensable to agent banks, lending syndicates, ad hoc creditor groups, insurance companies and other investors. Brian is regularly lauded as a strategic, client-centric lawyer and recognized by organizations including Chambers, Legal 500, Global Restructuring Review, IFLR and others.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Bankruptcy/Restructuring - New York

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial
Brian Trust is an experienced creditor-side restructuring partner. He represents clients in Chapter 11 cases, out-of-court restructurings and debtor-in-possession financings.

Strengths

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  • Brian has a creative mind and is an excellent communicator. He is very at good leading large, complex syndicated matters.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA
  • He is excellent and has tremendous knowledge and experience.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA

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