Michael J Merchant
USA Guide 2023
Band 2 : Bankruptcy/Restructuring
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Provided by Michael J Merchant
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A “very skilled” practitioner who is “everything a lawyer should be—thoughtful, strategic, supportive, and hard-working” (Chambers USA), Mike Merchant is vice chair of the Bankruptcy & Corporate Restructuring Department. Mike represents the full range of participants in bankruptcy cases and corporate restructurings, including debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, official and unofficial committees, and acquirers of distressed assets. “Responsive and resourceful,” clients report that Mike “has great rapport with his peers and is a creative solution provider” (Chambers USA).
Mike has represented clients from a variety of different business segments, including bank holding companies, subprime lenders, telecommunications companies, and businesses in the retail and manufacturing sector. He is a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute, the Turnaround Management Association, and the American Bar Association.
Professional Memberships
Work Highlights
Debtor Representations
Creditors’ Committees and Strategic Creditor Representations
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Education
Villanova University School of Law
J.D., cum laude
1999
Pennsylvania State University
B.S., with high distinction
1996