Best Lawyers in Illinois, United States for Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
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When advising creditors in bankruptcies and reorganizations, Peter Siddiqui knows that his job is to make the best of a bad situation. Banks, hedge funds and private equity investors, as well as borrowers, turn to him to find swift solutions that protect their interests with minimal distress. Because he understands his clients' business realities — whether they're in the automobile, real estate, financial services or hospitality and resort industries — he offers advice that's not ...
Matthew Olins is chair of Gould & Ratner’s Business Reorganization and Creditors’ Rights Practice and is a member of the Corporate Practice. Matt practices in the areas of business reorganization, commercial finance, creditors’ rights, restructuring and insolvency. Matt represents lenders, special servicers and various types of other creditors in loan workouts, business bankruptcy cases, commercial finance transactions, commercial foreclosures and litigation. He also rep...
Dan McGuire concentrates his practice in the insolvency, bankruptcy, and business reorganization fields. He represents debtors, creditors' committees, private equity funds, banks, and other financial institutions and investors in all aspects of insolvency work, including Chapter 11 cases, out-of-court restructurings, debtor-in-possession (DIP) financing, structuring transactions involving insolvency issues, cross-border insolvencies, and the acquisition and divestiture of assets of bankrupt o...
Christopher S. Koenig is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Christopher S., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Joshua M. Altman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Joshua M., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joshua M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kenneth M. Thomas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Kenneth M., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kenneth M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Christina M. Sanfelippo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Bankruptcy. Christina M., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christina M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Alex leverages his experience representing creditors and debtors of all sizes to advise clients on how to successfully navigate in- and out-of-court disputes and transactions involving financial distress. Alex has represented clients of various types in restructuring, bankruptcy, and insolvency matters. Alex is commercial, detail-oriented, and passionate about helping clients through challenging situations. Alex is a partner in Barack Ferrazzano’s Bankruptcy & Creditors Rights Group...
Andrew W. Mason is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Insurance Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Andrew W., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review surve...
Emily C. Keil is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Emily C., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Emily C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Known for her warm demeanor and zealous approach, Kennedy Harris is a dedicated and skilled advocate with experience representing clients in a wide variety of complex litigation matters in state and federal courts. Kennedy has successfully handled all stages of litigation, from pre-suit investigation and discovery through dispositive motions, mediation, and trial preparation. Kennedy is deeply trusted by clients to navigate contentious issues and deliver practical solutions. Clients value Ken...
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