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Practices

Creditors’ Committees

We vigorously defend creditors’ rights and champion their interests in Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, addressing their business concerns with purpose and precision. By leveraging our in-depth understanding of debtor operations and industry realities, we craft reorganization strategies that deliver real-world results.

Our team confronts complex restructuring challenges head-on. We don’t just react to financial distress; we dissect it, untangle it, and uncover opportunities for recovery. Drawing on decades of experience, we work closely with creditors’ committees to hold debtors accountable, enforce financial discipline, and secure maximum returns. Our lawyers dive deep into operational inefficiencies, cash flow concerns, and strategic blind spots to develop practical, results-driven solutions tailored to each unique scenario.
Recovery doesn’t happen magically—it takes foresight, urgency, and a nuanced grasp of business mechanics. That’s why our lawyers serve not only as legal advocates but also as trusted business advisors. We help clients navigate every phase of the restructuring process, from initial filings through plan confirmation and post-emergence strategy. At each step, we prioritize clarity, speed, and action, giving creditors the tools they need to protect their claims and position themselves for long-term success.

Our reach spans a diverse range of industries. Whether representing a supplier in manufacturing, a lender in commercial real estate, or a stakeholder in energy, construction, or retail, we customize our approach to fit each client’s market and financial reality. This versatility empowers us to quickly assess risks and opportunities, no matter the industry or complexity of the bankruptcy.

Beyond Chapter 11 itself, we offer seamless access to related legal disciplines. When bankruptcy intersects with tax liability, labor issues, securities compliance, or financial regulation, we call upon our firmwide bench of professionals to provide holistic, integrated counsel. We believe that solving a bankruptcy problem often requires solving five other problems along the way—and we do just that.

Clients turn to us because we communicate with clarity, respond with urgency, and act with conviction. They also appreciate that we measure success not just in courtroom wins, but in recovered dollars, strengthened positions, and revived business relationships.

  • The Gibson-Homans Company (Northern District of Ohio)A major manufacturer of roof and driveway coatings, wallcovering adhesives, patching compounds, paints and wallpaper.
  • Elder-Beerman Stores Corp. (Southern District of Ohio)Large multi-state department store chain.
  • F & C International, Inc. (Southern District of Ohio). Large national chemical manufacturer.
  • Baja Boats, Inc. (Northern District of Ohio). Boat manufacturer.
  • Cincinnati Microwave, Inc. (Southern District of Ohio)Publicly held manufacturer of radar detection devices and cellular telephones.
  • Hall Aluminum (Northern District of Illinois)Aluminum extruder.
  • Ohio Ferro Alloys (Northern District of Ohio). Manufacturer of silicon metals.
  • SiMETCO, Inc. (Northern District of Ohio). Manufacturer of silicon metals.
  • Southeastern Dairies, Inc. (Western District of Kentucky). Distributor of dairy products.
  • STR Corporation (Northern District of Ohio)Operator of a chain of grocery stores.
  • ARA Aluminum (Northern District of Ohio)Aluminum extruder.
  • Wit & Wisdom Corporation (Northern District of Ohio)Book and periodicals retailer.
  • Summitville Tiles, Inc. (Northern District of Ohio). Ceramic tiles manufacturer.
  • Pak-Mor Manufacturing Company (Western District of Texas). Manufacturer of garbage and refuse trucks.
  • Atlantic Metal Products, Inc. (District of New Jersey). Metal fabrication and processing company.