Restructuring
Restructuring
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- Chambers USA, Band 1 for Bankruptcy/Restructuring (Nationwide and NYC) and "Bankruptcy Law Firm of the Year" in 2019
Brian Hermann Recognized as “Dealmaker of the Year” by The American Lawyer
- Awards
- March 27, 2018
Bankruptcy partner Brian Hermann has been named an American Lawyer “Dealmaker of the Year.” Brian is recognized in the magazine’s April issue for his work representing French oilfield services company CGG SA in its U.S. bankruptcy filing under chapter 11 and coordinating its prebankruptcy negotiations in the U.S. and France. The bankruptcy was among the largest restructurings in French history and the first-ever successful coordination of a French “Sauvegarde” proceeding with a U.S. chapter 11 case.
Events & Publications
Elizabeth McColm to Discuss Governance and Shared-Services Issues at American Bankruptcy Institute’s Complex Financial Restructuring Program
- May 11, 2022
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Elizabeth McColm to Discuss Governance and Shared-Services Issues at American Bankruptcy Institute’s Complex Financial Restructuring Program
Restructuring partner Elizabeth McColm will participate in a panel on “Governance and Shared-Services Issues” at the American Bankruptcy Institute’s 2022 Complex Financial Restructuring Program.
Alan Kornberg and Elizabeth McColm Author USA Chapter in ICLG’s Restructuring & Insolvency Laws & Regulations 2021-2022
- May 05, 2022
- Publications
Alan Kornberg and Elizabeth McColm Author USA Chapter in ICLG’s Restructuring & Insolvency Laws & Regulations 2021-2022
Restructuring partners Alan Kornberg and Elizabeth McColm wrote the “USA” chapter in the International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG) to Restructuring & Insolvency Laws & Regulations 2021-2022, published by the Global Legal…
Paul, Weiss Appoints Tracey Zaccone and Austin Witt as Heads, Hybrid Capital & Special Situations
- Apr 25, 2022
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Appoints Tracey Zaccone and Austin Witt as Heads, Hybrid Capital & Special Situations
Paul, Weiss has appointed partner Tracey Zaccone as Head of Hybrid Capital and partner Austin Witt as Head of Special Situations.
Paul, Weiss Leads DE&I Panel at American College of Bankruptcy Annual Conference; Receives Honorarium for DE&I Efforts
- Apr 01, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Leads DE&I Panel at American College of Bankruptcy Annual Conference; Receives Honorarium for DE&I Efforts
Paul, Weiss led a panel presentation, “The Compelling Business Case for ESG and DEI – Why Adopting Firms Have a Competitive Advantage,” at the American College of Bankruptcy’s annual conference on April 1.
Karen Zeituni to Moderate ABA Business Law Section Panel on Opioid Bankruptcies
- Apr 01, 2022
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Karen Zeituni to Moderate ABA Business Law Section Panel on Opioid Bankruptcies
Restructuring counsel Karen Zeituni will moderate a panel, “Issues in Opioid Bankruptcies,” at the American Bar Association’s Business Law Section Spring Meeting.
Jake Adlerstein Authors Two Chapters in Lexology Getting the Deal Through – Restructuring & Insolvency 2022
- Mar 18, 2022
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Jake Adlerstein Authors Two Chapters in Lexology Getting the Deal Through – Restructuring & Insolvency 2022
Restructuring partner Jake Adlerstein wrote the “United States” and “Global Trends” chapters of the latest edition of Lexology Getting the Deal Through – Restructuring & Insolvency, published by Law Business Research Ltd.
Alice Nofzinger to Participate in Ms. JD Conference on Women in Law
- Mar 18, 2022
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Alice Nofzinger to Participate in Ms. JD Conference on Women in Law
Restructuring associate Alice Nofzinger will host a fireside chat, “Advice to My Younger Me,” at the Ms. JD 14th Annual Conference on Women in Law, which promotes success for aspiring young women lawyers.
Restructuring Department Bulletin - March 2022
- Mar 09, 2022
- Publications
Restructuring Department Bulletin - March 2022
In the latest issue of the Restructuring Department Bulletin, we highlight recent decisions impacting the restructuring arena, including the New Jersey Bankruptcy Court’s denial of Talc claimants’ motion to dismiss a Johnson &…
Alan Kornberg Featured in Global Restructuring Review Profile
- Feb 18, 2022
- Publications
Alan Kornberg Featured in Global Restructuring Review Profile
Restructuring partner Alan Kornberg was featured in a profile, “Heads-Up: Alan Kornberg at Paul Weiss in New York,” published in Global Restructuring Review.
Elizabeth McColm to Speak at Wharton Restructuring and Distressed Investing Conference
- Feb 25, 2022
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Elizabeth McColm to Speak at Wharton Restructuring and Distressed Investing Conference
Restructuring partner Elizabeth McColm will participate in a panel, “Recent Trends in Chapter 11: The Fate of Third Party Releases, Certain Liability Management Transactions, and Structured Dismissals,” as part of the Wharton…
Awards & Recognition
Paul, Weiss Wins Three IFLR Americas Awards
- May 19, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Wins Three IFLR Americas Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized by the International Financial Law Review’s IFLR Americas Awards 2022 in three categories.
Alan Kornberg Honored at Her Justice Auction and Benefit
- May 10, 2022
- Awards
Alan Kornberg Honored at Her Justice Auction and Benefit
Restructuring Co-Chair Alan Kornberg was recognized as a leader in the restructuring community and advocate for pro bono work at the Her Justice 2022 Annual Photography Auction & Benefit.
Kyle Kimpler Named a Turnarounds & Workouts 2022 “Outstanding Young Restructuring Lawyer”
- Apr 21, 2022
- Awards
Kyle Kimpler Named a Turnarounds & Workouts 2022 “Outstanding Young Restructuring Lawyer”
Restructuring partner Kyle Kimpler was recognized among Turnarounds & Workouts’ 2022 “Outstanding Young Restructuring Lawyers.”
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “Bankruptcy Law Firm of the Year” in Chambers USA Awards
- Apr 11, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “Bankruptcy Law Firm of the Year” in Chambers USA Awards
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted in the “Bankruptcy Law Firm of the Year” category as part of the Chambers USA Awards 2022.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Chambers USA Awards in Three Categories
- Apr 11, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Chambers USA Awards in Three Categories
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted in the “Banking & Finance Law Firm of the Year,” “Bankruptcy Law Firm of the Year,” and “Commercial Litigation Law Firm of the Year” categories as part of the Chambers USA Awards 2022.
Kelley Cornish to Assume American College of Bankruptcy Leadership Role; Brian Hermann to Be Inducted to ACB Fellowship
- Apr 01, 2022
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Kelley Cornish to Assume American College of Bankruptcy Leadership Role; Brian Hermann to Be Inducted to ACB Fellowship
Restructuring partner Kelley Cornish has been nominated to be Second Circuit Regent of the prestigious American College of Bankruptcy’s Board of Regents, and restructuring partner Brian Hermann has been elected an ACB Fellow.
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Shortlisted for "Restructuring Deal of the Year" in IFLR Americas Awards
- Mar 30, 2022
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Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Shortlisted for "Restructuring Deal of the Year" in IFLR Americas Awards
Two Paul, Weiss-led matters are shortlisted for "Restructuring Deal of the Year" in the International Financial Law Review’s 2022 IFLR Americas Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Three IFLR Europe “Deal of the Year” Awards
- Mar 22, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Three IFLR Europe “Deal of the Year” Awards
Paul, Weiss was shortlisted for three “Deals of the Year” as part of International Financial Law Review’s Europe Awards 2022.
Paul, Weiss Recognized by IFLR Asia-Pacific Awards for Restructuring Deal of the Year
- Mar 17, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Recognized by IFLR Asia-Pacific Awards for Restructuring Deal of the Year
Paul, Weiss was recognized by the International Financial Law Review’s 2022 Asia-Pacific Awards in the “Restructuring Deal of the Year” category for the firm’s role in advising Boart Longyear Ltd. in schemes of arrangement.
Brian Hermann To Receive Distinguished Service Award at Pace University’s Law Leadership Celebration
- Mar 10, 2022
- Awards
Brian Hermann To Receive Distinguished Service Award at Pace University’s Law Leadership Celebration
Restructuring partner Brian Hermann will be recognized with a Distinguished Service Award at the Pace University Elisabeth Haub School of Law’s 27th Annual Law Leadership celebration.