Bankruptcy/Restructuring | USA

Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP is home to a standout business reorganisation and restructuring team that has significant experience in both lead and co-counsel roles. The team possesses a deep bench of lawyers well versed in handling Chapter 11 cases for numerous stakeholders, including debtors, creditors and acquirers. They are recognised for their strength across loan workouts and reorganisation proceedings, and in bankruptcy-related disputes. Morris Nichols has notable expertise in industries including retail and oil and gas.

Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP has a robust business reorganisation and workout practice that enjoys a fine reputation for its work in the retail and energy sectors. The team is recommended for both lead and co-counsel work in significant and high-value Chapter 11 cases, and possesses strong experience acting for debtors and creditors' committees. It enjoys a fine track record in litigation, regularly acting on behalf of unsecured creditors in high-stakes disputes, and possesses notable expertise in debtor-in-possession financing.

Richards, Layton & Finger PA is a market-leading practice with expertise in complex bankruptcy and restructuring matters, renowned especially for its representation of debtors. A go-to firm for high value cases that file in Delaware, Richards, Layton & Finger has a deep bench of strong attorneys well versed in handling significant Chapter 11 cases. The firm is also equipped to handle litigation arising from bankruptcy proceedings, including fraudulent conveyance claims.

Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP is a premier practice notable for the strength and depth of its bankruptcy team, which houses numerous highly skilled attorneys. The team advises an impressive range of clients, both locally and nationally, across numerous industry sectors, particularly retail. The group maintains a fantastic reputation for its work on behalf of debtors, creditors' committees and other stakeholders in Chapter 11 restructurings and out-of-court workouts.

Cole Schotz P.C. houses a strong bankruptcy and corporate restructuring team experienced in all aspects of Chapter 11 proceedings. The firm acts for a wide range of stakeholders, including debtors, institutional creditors, official committees and equity holders. Clients include companies from the manufacturing, entertainment and retail sectors. Cole Schotz possesses a strong bench experienced in acting as both lead and co-counsel in high-stakes bankruptcy proceedings.

DLA Piper LLP is highly regarded for its work representing debtors, creditors and purchasers of assets in a variety of bankruptcy and restructuring matters. \the firm is particularly noted for its experience in cross-border bankruptcy proceedings and advising on the acquisition and financing of distressed companies.

Porter Anderson & Corroon LLP has a strong team with a wide-ranging practice that advises an array of clients in complex Chapter 11 cases and demonstrates additional capabilities in Chapter 7 filings. The firm is also highly regarded for its expertise in out-of-court restructurings and is noted for its representation of debtors, lenders and creditor committees, maintaining a fine track record for its work in the energy, retail and manufacturing sectors. Potter Anderson is experienced in handling bankruptcy-related litigation.

Ashby & Geddes is an esteemed bankruptcy and insolvency practice acting for both debtors and creditors. The firm excels in Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 proceedings and is also highly regarded for its sophisticated counsel on complex reorganisation matters. Ashby & Geddes acts for clients from the retail, technology and financial services sectors, among many others.

Bayard, P.A. offers a respected bankruptcy and restructuring practice catering to creditors' committees, debtors and other parties. Frequently involved in high-profile Chapter 11 cases and related litigation, the firm has a specific focus on commercial or corporate enterprises.

Blank Rome LLP is an established group that acts for both debtors and creditors, and is esteemed for its counsel in high-stakes bankruptcy litigation. Well regarded for its expertise in reorganisations the firm is particularly singled out for its finance strengths, frequently acting for secured creditors and debtor-in-possession lenders. Blank Rome is also noted for its insurance coverage practice, which works closely with the firm's bankruptcy lawyers.

Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole offers a strong team with longstanding capabilities in bankruptcy and restructuring. Experience includes advising on Chapter 11 and Chapter 15 proceedings. Practitioners demonstrate capabilities in both contentious and non-contentious matters. Clients include debtors and creditors, among other interested parties.

Cozen O'Connor is home to a growing bankruptcy practice with experience advising debtors, creditors and trustees. The firm represents clients in both litigious and transactional matters and operates within the healthcare, hospitality and insurance sectors, among others. Cozen O'Connor has particular expertise in restructurings and Chapter 11 cases.

Faegre Drinker is well regarded for its experience in the restructuring and insolvency space. The team is sought after for its expertise in handling Chapter 11 proceedings, providing extensive representation of debtors, creditors and investment funds, among others. The firm is noted for its ability to leverage corporate restructuring expertise across its global offices.

Landis Rath & Cobb LLP is a highly regarded bankruptcy and litigation boutique that remains a major player in the Delaware market. The firm possesses a strong bench of attorneys who are adept at serving in both lead and co-counsel roles. Landis Rath & Cobb acts for a prestigious roster of debtors, creditors and asset purchasers, with particular strength in handling retail bankruptcies.

Morris James LLP offers a respected bankruptcy and creditors' rights group with a strong bench of attorneys. The firm maintains a fine reputation for its creditor-side work, regularly acting on contentious matters including fraudulent transfers and preferences. Morris James also possesses a fine track record for its work on behalf of Chapter 11 debtors and has further experience in representing acquirers of distressed assets.

Polsinelli PC offers a well-known bankruptcy and restructuring team noted for its breadth of experience in representing Chapter 11 debtors, creditors' committees and Chapter 7 trustees. The firm is recognised for its litigation strengths and is regularly engaged to provide counsel on insurance matters and breach of fiduciary duties. Polsinelli represents clients from a wide array of industries, including healthcare, technology, energy and financial services.

Saul Ewing LLP is recognised for its expert counsel to Chapter 11 debtors and committees across all aspects of bankruptcy proceedings and related litigation. The firm provides notably adept counsel to clients regarding workouts, turnarounds and reorganisations. Saul Ewing regularly advises on matters in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, manufacturing and food and beverage.

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP is an excellent practice covering the entire gamut of bankruptcy and restructuring matters. The firm is highly regarded for representing debtors, creditors' committees and purchasers in both lead and local counsel roles. It advises on out-of-court restructurings as well as complex Chapter 11 cases. Able to draw on broader litigation strength to advise on contentious mandates, Troutman Pepper Locke represents clients from an array of business sectors, including manufacturing and retail companies.

Womble Bond Dickinson LLP houses a well-regarded practice that has a fine reputation for its work representing major stakeholders in Chapter 11 cases. The firm acts for both debtors and creditors, and has extensive experience handling matters on behalf of official committees of unsecured creditors. Womble Bond Dickinson acts for clients from a wide range of sectors, including retailers and financial institutions.

Ballard Spahr LLP is recognised for its experience in handling a wide range of corporate restructuring matters. The Delaware-based team is well versed in Chapter 11 debtor and creditor matters, as well as Chapter 9 insolvencies. The attorneys often represent creditors, debtors and landlords and have additional expertise in handling distressed M&A transactions.

Benesch offers a comprehensive practice and is recommended for its experience in representing creditors' committees and investment firms in Chapter 11 reorganisations. The team in Delaware is well equipped to handle distressed sale transactions, as well as loan originations, workouts, foreclosures and receiverships.

McDermott Will & Emery LLP has a well regarded bankruptcy and restructuring team representing an acclaimed range of clients, including distressed companies and lenders, and has substantial experience handling matters on behalf of creditors' committees. The firm has provided counsel in the healthcare and cryptocurrency sectors.

Pashman Stein Walder Hayden's Delaware office is recognised for its deftness in handling financial restructuring matters and Chapter 11 proceedings. The team is well-positioned to advise creditors, lenders and purchasers in distressed sale transactions and litigation. Pashman Stein regularly acts for debtors in Subchapter V of Chapter 11. The team has experience in a range of industries including the retail, technology and financial services sectors.

Reed Smith has a highly respected bankruptcy and restructuring team acting for a distinguished roster of clients, including creditors' committees, lenders and debtors. The firm comes recommended for its strengths in complex financial restructurings and workouts. Recent work includes matters in the hospitality, telecoms and oil and gas sectors.

Robinson & Cole LLP is held in high regard for its strong work in domestic and international restructuring. The firm represents a broad client base that includes official and unofficial committees, debtors and indentured trustees. The team is also adept at mass tort cases, including those concerning talc and asbestos.

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP offers a well-regarded group highlighted for its successful track record of advising on Chapter 11 proceedings. The firm is noted for its counsel on prepackaged and pre-negotiated plans, as well as out-of-court restructurings, and is skilled in the representation of creditors and debtors, as well as other stakeholders, in major bankruptcies.