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Legal Insights

Thought leaders from around the world contribute their perspectives on landmark cases, new legislation, and legal perspectives on new technologies, business practices, and civil procedure.

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Featured Articles

An Interview With Fellner Wratzfeld & Partner

Solving Insolvency

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Markus Fellner discusses emerging trends in insolvency and reorganization law and the work his firm has done with the visually impaired.

2021 Law Firm of the Year Awards in Canada

The 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" Awards in Canada

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We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2021 "Law Firm of the Year" awards in Canada.

Remote Litigation

The Virtual Courtroom

Andrew E. Curto and Danielle E. Tricolla

Why some of the industry changes the pandemic has wrought—the advent of remote courthouse appearances chief among them—deserve to outlast the return to normal life.

Virtual Mediation

Is It Live . . . Or Is It Virtual?

Adrian L. Bastianelli III, Paulo Flores, Kevin J. O’Connor, and Robert S. Peckar

Mediation via Zoom is just one of the legal-industry oddities the pandemic has wrought. Here’s a cheat sheet for how to make it work for you—and some thoughts on whether it’s here to stay.

Jury Study on Insurance Claims

Jury Study Sounds Alarm for Insurance Industry

Christopher W. Martin

Without Congressional action, the years ahead will see a tsunami of suits filed against the insurance industry for COVID-19-related claims. Our intensive surveys shed some disturbing light on potential jurors’ attitudes and perspectives.

Jury Research in High Profile Cases

Selection Protection

Robert A. Clifford and Bradley M. Cosgrove

Jury Research in High Profile Cases

Working From Home

How I Adapt to Working From Home

Alexandria Hurst

With the pandemic still ongoing with no end in sight, one lawyer writes about how she stays sane working from home.

Best Lawyers Since the First Edition

Best Lawyers Since Day One

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We talked to some of the 566 attorneys who have been recognized by Best Lawyers since the first edition in 1983.

Best Lawyers Intelligence

How Does Your Firm Measure Up?

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BL Intelligence provides your firm with valuable industry data.

How to Find the Best Lawyer for Your Case

How to Find the Best Lawyer for Your Case

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Best Lawyers combines the trust of industry referrals with state-of-the-art technology to help you find the right lawyer.

New Bank Fraud Laws in Ukraine

Return the Favor When Bidding

Denys Myrgorodskiy

Denys Myrgorodskiy, the managing partner of Dynasty Law Firm, looks at the process of withdrawing insolvent banks from the market in Ukraine and its potential consequences.

PLMJ "Law Firm of the Year" Interview

How PLMJ's Unique Structure Shapes Its Insolvency Practice

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A leading attorney with the 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" winner for Insolvency and Reorganization Law in Portugal speaks to Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer.

An Interview With Norton Rose Fulbright

An Interview With Norton Rose Fulbright

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Australia’s 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” in Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Interview with Nishimura & Asahi Law Firm

A Globalized Sprint: How Japan’s Insolvency Practice Is Expanding and Preparing for the Future

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Emerging legal trends are a relished opportunity for reorganization, while natural disasters present an opportunity for innovation.

The Who, What, and Why of Bankruptcy

The 5 W’s of Bankruptcy Communications

Eden Gillott

You might be an expert on bankruptcy, but communicating its practical realities to clients can get complicated.

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner–LFOTY

An Interview With Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

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Russia’s 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” honoree for Real Estate Law

Johnson Winter & Slattery

An Interview With Johnson Winter & Slattery

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Australia's 2020 “Law Firm of the Year” honoree in Energy Law

Social Media Tips for Law Firms

David Ackert's Top Advice on Social Media and Client Prospecting

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The president of Ackert Inc. offers his insights on business development to Best Lawyers following the 2019 Legal Marketing Association Annual Conference.

How to Vote With Best Lawyers

The Best Lawyers Voting Process Explained

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Invited to vote? Learn how to submit your ballot and why your vote counts.

What Are Lawyer Commendations?

Lawyer Commendations Feature Makes It Easy to Recommend Top Legal Talent

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Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers can now position themselves as reliable industry resources.

Eberhard Braun Interview

An Interview With Eberhard Braun of Schultze & Braun

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The 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" winning firm was recognized in Germany for Restructuring and Insolvency Law.

Insolvency Proceeding Spain

The Purchase of a Productive Unit of a Company in an Insolvency Proceeding

Antonia Magdaleno

Is it a good deal and a safe opportunity for investors?

Well-Managed Insolvencies

Well-Managed Insolvencies Usually Make a Difference

Gelu Maravela, Mirela Metea, and Dana Rădulescu

From both a legal and business perspective, the critical period in any insolvency proceeding is the observation period, which is the period between the opening of the insolvency and the approval and implementation of a reorganization plan.

Liability of Administrators

Liability of Administrators: Key Issue for the Australian Insolvency Professions

Patrick Monahan and Damian Clancy

While corporate administrators often operate in firms, their appointment is personal. When an administrator leaves the employ of their firm, their appointment is unaffected by that departure.

Bad Year for Retail

It Was a Very Bad Year for Retail

Michelle V. Rafter

While overall business bankruptcies dropped 5.4 percent through Q3, in excess of 300 stores filed for Chapter 7 or 11 in the same period, including big names like Toys “R” Us, Gymboree, and Payless ShoeSource.

Strengthening SERNAC

News on the Bill Regarding the Strengthening of SERNAC

Guillermo Carey

Facing Liquidation

REAGREEMENT: A Last Chance when Faced with Liquidation

Joan Antoni Borràs Abós

Although it is evident that the intent of the framers of the Insolvency Law was always to favor the conclusion of the insolvency by the debtor...

Contractual Partner

Is Your Contractual Partner Insolvent or under Criminal Investigation?

Violeta Saranciuc and Cosmin Vasile

This is how it may affect your ongoing dispute.

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