Recent representations include:

• Representation of manufacturer in its Chapter 11 case to address products liability claims and an FDA recall arising from distribution of faulty hand sanitizer and related products and to wind up the business.
• Representation of Chapter 11 debtor in possession of a sixth-generation, ultra-deepwater semi-submersible drilling rig. Through its chapter 11 case, the debtor intends to address operational issues and sell or equitize the semi-submersible to satisfy the debtor’s guaranty of nearly $950 million of secured bonds.
• Represented a retailer in obtaining approval of a prepackaged reorganization plan within 24 hours of filing its Chapter 11 cases, setting a national record for the fastest-ever prepackaged case from filing to emergence. As a result of the restructuring, the retailer eliminated $450 million of debt, received $225 million of new capital for growth initiatives, and was able to maintain all 291 of its store locations across 16 states.
• Representation of a petitioning creditor in an involuntary bankruptcy proceeding over a chain of retail medical spas. After contentious litigation with shareholders, officers, and affiliates, obtained an order for relief and the appointment of a Chapter 11 trustee over the debtor.
• Representation of a petrochemical company holding a multimillion-dollar unsecured claim against a multinational paint manufacturer. Successfully achieved appointment to creditors’ committee and favorable recovery of claim through bankruptcy asset sale.
• Representation of a national steel processing company in lawsuit concerning fraud and theft by the company’s former finance officer. After a three-week trial, successfully obtained judgment of fraud and breach of fiduciary duty, with damages in excess of $1 million.
• Representation of a Chapter 11 debtor in possession owner of an industrial wax company. Following protracted litigation with a competitor, obtained confirmation of a plan of reorganization.
• Representation of former owner of major league sports team in bankruptcy litigation related to sale of broadcast network.
• Representation of a Chapter 11 debtor in possession operator of a petrochemical disposal facility in Laredo, Texas. After protracted litigation with landlord, obtained confirmation of a plan of reorganization.
• Representation of an institutional lender in the recovery of real estate collateral and subsequent bankruptcy auction and sale.
• Representation of national broadcast network in fraudulent transfer litigation.

• Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Ranked for Bankruptcy/Restructuring – Texas, 2021-2024
• Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Restructuring & Insolvency Lawyers, 2020, 2022
• Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2018-2024
• H Texas Top Lawyers of Houston, 2020
• The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2018-2025
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, 2018-2025
  • Litigation – Bankruptcy, 2018-2025
• “Top Lawyer: Bankruptcy, Workout, and Debt” in Best of Houstonia, Houstonia Magazine, 2018, 2020
• “Texas Rising Star,” Thomson Reuters, 2013-2018

• Houston Association of Young Bankruptcy Lawyers, President, 2016-2017
• National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges NextGen Program, Participant, 2017
• American Bankruptcy Institute
• Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow
• Moller-Foltz American Inns of Court
• Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, Steer Committee
• Globalaw Leadership Programme, Past Participant

More Client Results

September 17, 2024
Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates Its “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2024

Jackson Walker proudly announces the selection of 71 attorneys to Thomson Reuters’ 2024 “Texas Super Lawyers” list.

Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.

August 15, 2024
Attorney News

‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Features 306 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2025 Edition, Including 9 “Lawyers of the Year” and 75 “Ones to Watch”

The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 306 Jackson Walker attorneys across 81 specialty practice areas in its 2025 edition, including 9 Lawyers of the Year and 75 Ones to Watch. In this year’s guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (75 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (55 attorneys) and the addition of 27 attorneys as Best Lawyers.

June 18, 2024
Attorney News

Lawdragon Recognizes Matt Cavenaugh, Wade Cooper, and Kristhy Peguero Among Leading Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers of 2024

“These are the lawyers who can make all the difference for a business, debtor or creditor and have done so time and time again,” Lawdragon noted in its announcement of the “500 Leading Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers” list for 2024.

June 6, 2024
Spotlight

Chambers and Partners Releases 2024 USA Guide Featuring 67 Jackson Walker Attorneys and 23 Ranked Departments

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 67 attorneys and 23 departments for inclusion in the 2024 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys were ranked across 27 departments, with 3 attorneys listed among multiple areas, 8 ranked nationwide in their respective areas, and 15 recognized for the first time.

April 11, 2024
Spotlight

Jackson Walker Receives Two Awards at 18th Annual Turnaround Awards Gala

Jackson Walker congratulates our Bankruptcy, Restructuring, & Recovery team for their recognition as award recipients at the 18^th Annual Turnaround Awards Gala during the 2024 Distressed Investing Summit. The award ceremony took place on Tuesday, March 19, 2023, at The Ben Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida.

September 19, 2023
Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates Its “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2023

Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.

August 17, 2023
Attorney News

‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 287 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2024 Edition, Including 12 “Lawyers of the Year” and 80 “Ones to Watch”

The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 287 Jackson Walker attorneys across 5 offices and 82 specialty practice areas in its 2024 edition, including 12 Lawyers of the Year and 80 Ones to Watch. In this year’s guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (66 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (60 attorneys) and the addition of 35 attorneys as Best Lawyers.

August 4, 2023
Mentions

The American Lawyer: Jackson Walker is Nation’s Top Local Counsel in Large Bankruptcies, as Bankruptcy and Restructuring Filings Rebound

The American Lawyer cited new research which named Jackson Walker’s Bankruptcy, Restructuring, & Recovery group as the top local debtor’s counsel in the nation so far this year.

June 20, 2023
Attorney News

Lawdragon Recognizes Matt Cavenaugh, Wade Cooper, and Kristhy Peguero Among Leading Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers of 2023

“This elite corps of U.S. lawyers represent the best of the best helping companies navigate ailing economies and uncertain times,” Lawdragon noted in its announcement of the “500 Leading Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers” list for 2023.

June 1, 2023
Spotlight

Chambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2023 USA and Global Guides

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 51 attorneys and 17 departments for inclusion in the 2023 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys recognized in the guides were ranked in 19 practice areas, with 4 attorneys listed among multiple areas and 6 named among the top attorneys nationwide in their respective areas.

More Attorney News

• “Bigger In Texas: Ch. 11s In Lone Star State Outpace Delaware,” Law360 (May 2021)
• “Brazos Electric Coop Files for Bankruptcy,” The Texas Lawbook (March 2021)
• “Bankruptcy Experts: More Pain and Uncertainty Coming,” The Texas Lawbook (December 2020)
• “The Battle of the Texas Bankruptcy Legal Advisors – A Statistical Analysis of the Firms and Lawyers,” The Texas Lawbook (August 2020)
• “Bankrupt Hertz Seeks Permission To Raise $1 Billion In Preposterous New Stock Sale,” Forbes (June 2020)
• “Texas bankruptcies are up, and Houston is the epicenter,” Houston Chronicle (May 2020)
• “‘There is a Tsunami Coming’,” The Texas Lawbook (May 2020)
• “It’s Official: Neiman Marcus Files for Bankruptcy – Updated,” The Texas Lawbook (May 2020)
• “$20 Per Barrel Oil Sends Energy Companies to Restructuring Specialists in Droves,” Houston Chronicle (March 2020)
• “U.S. Shale’s Growth Rate Peaked Last Year, Slower Gains Ahead,” Reuters; The New York Times (June 2019)