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Matt Murphy

Matt Murphy

USA 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Matthew M. Murphy is a partner in the Financial Restructuring group, a member of the Special Situations Group, co-chair of the Debtor-Side Restructuring practice and the chair of the Chicago Office. He advises a variety of clients in complex business reorganizations, debt restructurings and troubled company M&A. Mr. Murphy has counseled clients up and down the capital structure through out-of-court and Chapter 11 restructuring initiatives, the purchase of or investment in distressed companies, and post-petition lending.

Personal

University of Michigan Law School, J.D., 1998

University of Michigan, B.A., 1995

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Illinois

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial
Matt Murphy advises on Chapter 11 reorganizations and distressed M&A. He also acts on liquidation matters and payment defaults.

Bankruptcy/Restructuring - USA - Nationwide

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

Matt Murphy is well-known for the high quality of his restructuring practice. He advises on Chapter 11 matters and distressed M&A.

Strengths

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  • He is a very good attorney; knowledgeable, responsive and practical.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA
  • Matt has a calm and patient demeanor that belies an ability to be tough when needed.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA
  • He is a very good attorney; knowledgeable, responsive and practical.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA
  • Matt has a calm and patient demeanor that belies an ability to be tough when needed.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA

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