The Office of the U.S. Trustee has expressed opposition to the proposed retention of law firm Bass Berry & Sims PLC by debtor American Physician Partners. The Trustee’s opposition stems from concerns that hiring the firm as special counsel in this case would expand the scope of duties beyond the typical bounds of special counsel retention.
In lining up legal support, American Physician Partners sought the expertise of Bass Berry & Sims. However, due to the potential expansion of the firm’s duties beyond the customary special counsel tasks, the U.S. Trustee has taken issue with the proposed retention.
For additional specifics on the Trustee’s objection and its potential implications on the case of American Physician Partners, follow-up reporting is available at
Law360.