North America - United States • Finance
Dentons
Led by Los Angeles-based Tania Moyron, Dentons‘ restructuring, insolvency and bankruptcy practice is experienced in handling restructuring matters for industry sectors including healthcare, real estate and financial services, alongside financial services. Chicago-based Robert Richards’ practice includes Chapter 11 representations, distressed asset acquisitions and distressed loan purchases. In Louisville, James Irving has cross-border expertise in bankruptcy cases, while in Los Angeles, Rebecca Wicks and Sarah Schrag are names to watch, with Thomas Labuda joining the practice from Sidley Austin LLP in 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘They work seamlessly across geographies and given work cost effectively based on ongoing circumstances.’
‘The main partner involved is Sam Alberts who is leading the bankruptcy efforts. Is able to get up to speed quickly, think outside of the box and find a number of potential solutions.’
‘The Denton's team had the litigation expertise to fend off an attempt by the government to get relief from the bankruptcy stay while representing the Debtor. They were successful arguing the denial of their objection to automatic stay and were pivotal in allowing the debtor to be sold instead of closing its doors and liquidating immediately.’
‘Partners Sam Maizel, Tania Moyron, and associate Rebecca Wicks were instrumental in allowing the debtor to avoid a Chapter 7 liquidation and advised the Debtor well.’
‘Robert Richards provides sound, commercial analysis. He is quick to respond to queries and makes himself available dmfrequebtly to talk through matters.’
‘Sam Alberts leads a strong team.’
‘Sam is creative and practical in solving insolvency litigation issues.’
‘Pragmatic, efficient, understand key transaction risks. Attorney Robert Richards is a superior lawyer and trusted counsel.’
Key clients
- First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation and its affiliates
- Borrego Community Health Foundation
- Curitec, LLC
- Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC
- Server Farm Realty
- Astria Health
- Verity Health System
- AXA XL Insurance
- Ohana Real Estate Investors LLC
- The Mohegan Tribe
Work highlights
- Representation in the Chapter 11 cases filed by home mortgage originator First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation (“FGMC”) and an affiliated entity in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.
- Obtained orders from the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of California approving a major sale and a comprehensive settlement with the California Medi-Cal program on behalf of Borrego Community Health Foundation.
- Represented Travelers Indemnity Company and its affiliates in numerous pending bankruptcy cases of Catholic dioceses and archdioceses across the country.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tania Moyron