In recent developments in the bankruptcy case of data center provider Cyxtera Technologies Inc., it has come to light that law firms and professional advisors involved in the case have submitted final fee applications amounting to over $23 million. This is inclusive of the legal fee request made by Kirkland & Ellis LLP, which stands…
For the legal professionals keenly following the FTX Group’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy case, a noteworthy development arose last Friday. The Third Circuit reversed a Delaware judge’s denial of an external investigation request, ruling that a probe into the FTX Group’s affairs is indeed compulsory under the US bankruptcy code, and an impartial examiner must be…
In a recent split decision, the Virginia Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a legal malpractice action involving a Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition. The case was deemed to be time-barred and it was determined that the attorney in question did not provide continued services following the conversion into a Chapter 7 liquidation. The case…
The bankruptcy landscape in 2023 saw significant domination by repeat Chapter 11 filers, marking it as one of the largest years for such cases. As detailed in a report by Bloomberg Industry Group, many of these businesses had previously sought protection under Chapter 11, indicating that they were unable to successfully implement necessary adjustments or…
Throughout 2023, bankruptcy judges found themselves in the unusual role of becoming crypto regulators. The collapse of several key cryptocurrency exchanges left these legal experts in a position where they were enhancing the domain of regulators, surpassing the proceedings of prosecutors and most importantly, grappling with pivotal questions regarding the legality of digital currencies, according…
Rudy Giuliani, former personal lawyer to President Donald Trump, has filed for Chapter 11 protection, as reported by Rick Archer on Law360. The filing, submitted in a New York bankruptcy court, comes a day after two Georgia poll workers secured court authorization to pursue Giuliani for a debt of $148 million, owed due to false…
The ad hoc Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice is steadfast in its pursuit of a $21 million request for fees. The fee request arises from the Boy Scouts of America’s Chapter 11 case, where the coalition is representing a group of victims. Most recently, they have filed an appeal against a Delaware bankruptcy judge’s…
Legal heavyweight Latham & Watkins LLP is currently in the process of billing a significant sum of $5.7 million for approximately three months’ worth of work. Their client is none other than Mallinckrodt PLC, a global biopharmaceutical company, presently navigating its second Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the short span of three years. Latham & Watkins…
Embracing a career in health care can be a significantly wise choice, especially for new Chapter 11 bankruptcy attorneys. This decision although seemingly unconventional may pave the way for developing specialized expertise and a stronger professional foothold. Not all lawyers have the flexibility to choose their cases, especially early in their career. However, demonstrating an…
In an unexpected turn of events, office-sharing giant WeWork, Inc. and 516 of its affiliated companies have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The submissions, made voluntarily, were filed on November 6, 2023, with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. A Chapter 11 filing represents a form of bankruptcy that…
WeWork Inc., once valued at $47 billion, along with 517 of its affiliates, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. A notable downfall was seen this year as the company’s Class A Common Stock reported a staggering drop of over 98 percent. The news of the bankruptcy filings has prompted varying discussions among legal professionals, as…
In a significant development in the corporate sector, workspace pioneer WeWork has filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11, following a challenging period since its 2019 IPO that did not meet expectations. Law firm Kirkland & Ellis is reported to be leading the proceedings. This news raises pertinent concerns regarding the current volatile market conditions for…
In the rapidly evolving world of corporate law, significant events continue to shape and redefine the landscape. A series of recent events served a reminder of the uncertain and high stakes world which legal professionals grapple with daily. Take, for instance, WeWork; once hailed as a tech industry superstar, is now on a startlingly new…
Almost four years after Virginia-based LeClairRyan’s executive team promoted tax benefits as a strategic move to offset heavy debts and increase shareholder returns, a remaining group of the firm’s former equity shareholders are grappling with a potentially significant, yet bafflingly vague, tax liability. Originating from the company’s previous proposition to pair with legal mammoth UnitedLex…
Katherine Wawrzyniak, a former federal prosecutor, has recently been announced as a new partner of Goodwin Procter in its San Francisco office. Wawrzyniak’s career has put her in the lead of prominent government cases such as the prosecution of Anthony Levandowski, the former Google engineer, and Yevgeniy Nukulin, a Russian hacker. Prior to this, Wawrzyniak…
The world of business and finance has seen a significant uptick in bankruptcy filings, marked by an increase of 40% over the last year alone in Chapter 11 filings. Specialists attribute this rise to a combination of high interest rates and increased financial pressure across multiple industries. Some of the hardest hit sectors include crypto,…
Companies across various industries are facing a potentially precarious future due to mounting litigation linked to the use and proliferation of ‘forever chemicals’. Lurking risks to their bottom lines from these lawsuits could be significant, with predicted liabilities stretching into the trillions of dollars. The industry’s concern centers around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known…
Facing financial adversity, pharmacy chain Rite Aid has recently notified the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of its consideration to file for bankruptcy. As of the past Sunday, the company has proceeded to officially file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, marking a significant development in the corporate legal sphere. This information was released to…
The Boy Scouts of America’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy case, spanning for over three and a half years, has come to a resolution. A Delaware bankruptcy judge has sealed the verdict with a final approval of $224 million in professional fees and expenses. This substantial amount includes a hefty sum of $71 million directed towards the…
Following a significant $18.8 million talc verdict this year in a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson, asbestos attorney Clay Thompson is preparing to seek a trial against multinational manufacturer Georgia-Pacific. Thompson is a lawyer from the New York-based firm Maune Raichle Hartley French & Mudd and is representing Richard Dale in this suit. Dale, a…
As autumn rolls in, the United States Supreme Court, often abbreviated to “SCOTUS”, begins its new term with a significant issue on its docket. The point of contention revolves around the permissibility of non-consensual third-party releases within plans of reorganization, an issue which will undoubtedly influence both chapter 11 law and the wider mass tort…
Rite Aid, a well-known retail pharmacy chain, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in New Jersey recently, according to their official communication. To recuperate and survive in this competitive retail pharmacy landscape, a transformation in Rite Aid’s business model is necessary. Specifically, it may need to emulate successful strategies employed by its competitors, such as…
In a remarkable turn of events in the pharmaceutical industry, lawyers representing Rite Aid, the Pennsylvania-based pharmacy titan currently under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, have instituted legal actions against its drug supplier, McKesson Corp. The proceedings seek to enforce continued provision of medicine to Rite Aid’s extensive network of 2,100 stores scattered across 17 states….
Attorneys from Paul Hastings LLP have submitted a request for additional fees and costs of nearly $3.9 million for their supervision of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process for Ho Wan Kwok over the summer months. This comes on the back of a substantial $12 million fee request made formerly, with the firm affirming that it…
As first reported by Bloomberg Law, Michael Caruso, a noted name in the field of bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, has recently joined Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney. He will be a part of the bankruptcy and creditors’ rights practice group as a shareholder at their New Jersey office. Before joining Buchanan, Caruso has showcased his proficiency…