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Bankruptcy/Restructuring | USA

Virginia

The focus is on corporate bankruptcy and restructuring and the legal processes related to distressed businesses, which can either be reorganized or go into liquidation. Also, especially in the current economic environment, the chapter includes lawyers who advise on acquisition opportunities that arise out of distressed businesses. Lawyers in this chapter assist clients such as corporate debtors, investors and asset purchasers, secured and unsecured creditors and creditors` committees, bondholders, insurers, directors of distressed companies and any other interested parties in corporate restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings. In addition to transactional work, bankruptcy also covers any related litigation, such as disputes between such parties in connection with distressed companies and Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 processes.

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Band 1

  1. Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
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    Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 1 | 10 Years Ranked
    Hunton Andrews Kurth has a preeminent bankruptcy practice renowned for its litigation team, which regularly handles large-scale disputes. The firm represents large debtors in significant Chapter 7 and 11 cases, and advises on restructurings for a diverse array of clients including financial institutions, nonprofit organizations and both private and public companies. It is able to leverage its offices throughout the USA to advise on matters nationwide. The team is further noted for its international restructuring and administration experience.
  2. McGuireWoods LLP
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    McGuireWoods LLP
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 1 | 10 Years Ranked
    McGuireWoods has a market-leading bankruptcy group that is noted for its handling of high-profile Chapter 11 filings on behalf of debtors and creditors. The department demonstrates formidable strength in related insolvency litigation. It also has strong transactional expertise and often works on distressed M&A.
  3. Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP
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    Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 1 | 10 Years Ranked
    Whiteford has a highly regarded team that advises on the full range of matters including bankruptcy-related litigation. It provides expert services in Chapter 7 and 11 liquidation and bankruptcy cases to creditors, debtors and trustees. The team continues to advise on bankruptcies in the coal mining industry, as well as matters relating to the construction industry. The team's experience includes acting as special counsel in professional liability claims and other fraud and liability suits arising from insolvency and bankruptcy.
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Band 2

  1. Hirschler
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    Hirschler
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 2 | 10 Years Ranked
    Hirschler has an established practice that is noted for its creditors' rights expertise, as well as its representation of debtors. The department handles a range of Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 matters, and is adept at out-of-court restructuring, bankruptcy litigation and Section 363 asset sales, among other matters. It is a leading firm for midmarket bankruptcies in the state and well suited to serving as local counsel on larger cases.
  2. Williams Mullen
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    Williams Mullen
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 2 | 3 Years Ranked
    Williams Mullen houses a bankruptcy and restructuring practice offering strength in transactional and contentious matters. The team is experienced in distressed asset acquisition transactions and representation of creditors in Chapter 11 disputes.
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Band 3

  1. Kutak Rock LLP
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 3
  2. Tavenner & Beran, PLC
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC
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    Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Eckert Seamans houses a bankruptcy and restructuring group that is active in the representation of debtors, secured lenders, trustees and creditors. The firm handles loan workouts, Chapter 11 proceedings and reorganizations.
  2. Woods Rogers
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    Woods Rogers
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Woods Rogers houses an experienced bankruptcy and restructuring group. The law firm also provides transactional advice and assists with distressed M&A, debt and corporate restructuring mandates.
  3. Henry & O'Donnell, PC
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4
  4. Odin, Feldman & Pittleman, PC
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4
  5. Spotts Fain
    Bankruptcy/Restructuring
    2024 | Band 4