Victoria Nicole Argeroplos
Experience
- Appellate
- Banking Litigation
- Bankruptcy Trustee Representation
- Business Litigation
- Committee Representation
- Construction Litigation
- Corporate & Securities Litigation
- Debtor Representation
- Distressed Asset Buyers & Sellers Representation
- Energy Litigation
- Energy Workouts & Reorganizations
- Financial Institution Litigation
- Healthcare Workouts & Reorganizations
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Landlord & Contract Counter Parties Representation
- Real Estate Litigation
- Real Estate Workouts & Reorganizations
- Secured Creditor Representation
- Trusts & Estates Litigation
- Unsecured Creditor Representation
Biography
Victoria Argeroplos is an associate in Jackson Walker’s Houston office with a practice focused on bankruptcy, restructuring, and business litigation. Victoria has experience guiding secured and unsecured creditors through bankruptcy proceedings, as well as workouts and litigation against borrowers, guarantors, and commercial tenants outside of the bankruptcy context.
Victoria has represented a range of clients including freight forwarders, contractors, commercial landlords, real estate investment trusts, loan servicers, homeowners, business partners, and financial institutions in various commercial contract disputes. In both state and federal courts, Victoria helps creditors obtain and enforce judgments on debts of various structures. Victoria also has experience with negotiating and drafting loan workouts for out-of-court dispute resolution.
As a bankruptcy practitioner, Victoria began her career representing landlords and financial institutions in small business chapter 11 and chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. At Jackson Walker, Victoria has developed her debtor-side practice through representation of chapter 11 debtors in one of the busiest complex chapter 11 bankruptcy venues in the nation. Victoria often serves as local counsel, advising co-counsel outside of Texas on the ins and outs of the Southern District of Texas. Victoria has experience guiding debtors through pre-packaged and traditional chapter 11 cases in industries such as retail, real estate, oil and gas, and healthcare.
Victoria also has extensive experience in post-confirmation litigation, often involving tax, insurance, indemnity, and other commercial contract issues. Victoria’s strong presence in the courtroom and her focus on the “nuts and bolts” make her a successful advocate for clients throughout the chapter 11 process. These skills are accreted by her experience representing both lenders and borrowers, ensuring that Victoria’s clients are well represented both in and out of the courtroom.
Victoria is a native Houstonian and has bachelors’ degrees in Mathematics and Philosophy. Before attending law school, Victoria taught Algebra I and Algebra II in Spring Branch ISD.
Education
B.A., Mathematics & Philosophy, University of Washington
J.D., cum laude, University of Houston Law Center
- Editor in Chief, Houston Journal of International Law
- Chief Presenter, Honor Board
- Order of the Barons
Bar Admissions
Texas
Court Admissions
- United States District Court for the Northern, Western, and Southern Districts of Texas
- United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern and Southern Districts of Texas
- United States District Court and Bankruptcy Court for the District of Colorado
- United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
- 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.
- Represents a 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.
- Argued and prevailed on a motion for summary judgment in favor of lender in a deficiency suit where borrower counterclaimed for fraud and promissory estoppel.
- Second-chaired a trial involving recovery of a lender’s collateral from a transferee of a bankruptcy debtor.
- Argued and won a motion for summary judgment on the key issue in a case seeking recovery of lender’s collateral from a transferee of a bankruptcy debtor, contributing to a favorable settlement in lieu of trial.
- Won a motion to dismiss under Fed. R. Civ. P. 12(b)(2), (3), and (6) in favor of a defendant depositary bank in an adversary proceeding brought by a chapter 13 debtor.
- Won a motion to dismiss under Fed. R. Civ. P. 12(b)(6) in favor of a subcontractor in a construction defect case.
- Argued and won a motion to dismiss in state court on behalf of managing partners in an action by minority partners to appoint a receiver over a limited partnership.
- Negotiated a favorable settlement of an insurance claim on behalf of the policyholder.
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (Woodward/White Inc.), Litigation – Bankruptcy, 2024
- Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2023-2024
- Best Candidate, Houston Journal of International Law, 2015-2016
- Antroy Arreola Award for an Outstanding Comment in International Law, Houston Journal of International Law, 2016
- “Real Estate Bankruptcy,” 58th Annual William W. Gibson, Jr. Mortgage Lending Institute (September 2024)
- “Bankruptcy / Foreclosure,” SWABC Annual Convention and TBA Bankers Legal Conference (October 2021)
- “Property Under Pressure: Insights on Real Estate Bankruptcies,” UT CLE Mortgage Lending Institute (September 2024)
- Southwest Association of Bank Counsel, Board Member
- Volunteer to prepare and serve food and perform in the dance show at the Original Greek Festival every year
- Coach 5th to 8th grade girls basketball for yearly basketball tournament sponsored by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
- Arthur L. Moller-David B. Foltz American Inn of Court
- Bankruptcy Section of the Texas Bar
- Houston Young Lawyers Association
September 18, 2024
Attorney News
Victoria Argeroplos Joins Board of Southwest Association of Bank Counsel
Jackson Walker is proud to announce that Victoria Argeroplos has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Southwest Association of Bank Counsel (SWABC).
September 17, 2024
Speaking Engagements
Victoria Argeroplos, Beau Butler, and Maha Ghyas Present “Real Estate Bankruptcy” at UT Law Mortgage Lending Institute
Jackson Walker attorneys Victoria Argeroplos, Beau Butler, and Maha Ghyas presented at The University of Texas School of Law’s 58th Annual William W. Gibson, Jr. Mortgage Lending Institute on September 12-13, 2024.
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.
April 15, 2024
Newsletters
JW Diversity & Inclusion Newsletter – April 2024
View Jackson Walker’s April 2024 Diversity & Inclusion Newsletter, Perspectives.
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 18th 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.
March 21, 2024
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Congratulates 2024 Texas Rising Stars
Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes only 5% of Texas attorneys who either are 40 years of age or younger or have been in practice for 10 years or less as “Rising Stars.”
December 4, 2023
Newsletters
JW Diversity & Inclusion Newsletter – December 2023
View Jackson Walker’s December 2023 Diversity & Inclusion Newsletter, Perspectives.
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.
April 24, 2023
Newsletters
JW Diversity & Inclusion Newsletter – April 2023
View Jackson Walker’s April 2023 Diversity & Inclusion Newsletter, Perspectives.
Practice Experience
- 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.
- Represents a 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.
- Argued and prevailed on a motion for summary judgment in favor of lender in a deficiency suit where borrower counterclaimed for fraud and promissory estoppel.
- Second-chaired a trial involving recovery of a lender’s collateral from a transferee of a bankruptcy debtor.
- Argued and won a motion for summary judgment on the key issue in a case seeking recovery of lender’s collateral from a transferee of a bankruptcy debtor, contributing to a favorable settlement in lieu of trial.
- Won a motion to dismiss under Fed. R. Civ. P. 12(b)(2), (3), and (6) in favor of a defendant depositary bank in an adversary proceeding brought by a chapter 13 debtor.
- Won a motion to dismiss under Fed. R. Civ. P. 12(b)(6) in favor of a subcontractor in a construction defect case.
- Argued and won a motion to dismiss in state court on behalf of managing partners in an action by minority partners to appoint a receiver over a limited partnership.
- Negotiated a favorable settlement of an insurance claim on behalf of the policyholder.
Recognition & Accolades
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (Woodward/White Inc.), Litigation – Bankruptcy, 2024
- Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2023-2024
- Best Candidate, Houston Journal of International Law, 2015-2016
- Antroy Arreola Award for an Outstanding Comment in International Law, Houston Journal of International Law, 2016
Publications & Speeches
- “Real Estate Bankruptcy,” 58th Annual William W. Gibson, Jr. Mortgage Lending Institute (September 2024)
- “Bankruptcy / Foreclosure,” SWABC Annual Convention and TBA Bankers Legal Conference (October 2021)
- “Property Under Pressure: Insights on Real Estate Bankruptcies,” UT CLE Mortgage Lending Institute (September 2024)
Community Involvement
- Southwest Association of Bank Counsel, Board Member
- Volunteer to prepare and serve food and perform in the dance show at the Original Greek Festival every year
- Coach 5th to 8th grade girls basketball for yearly basketball tournament sponsored by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
- Arthur L. Moller-David B. Foltz American Inn of Court
- Bankruptcy Section of the Texas Bar
- Houston Young Lawyers Association
Experience
- Appellate
- Banking Litigation
- Bankruptcy Trustee Representation
- Business Litigation
- Committee Representation
- Construction Litigation
- Corporate & Securities Litigation
- Debtor Representation
- Distressed Asset Buyers & Sellers Representation
- Energy Litigation
- Energy Workouts & Reorganizations
- Financial Institution Litigation
- Healthcare Workouts & Reorganizations
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Landlord & Contract Counter Parties Representation
- Real Estate Litigation
- Real Estate Workouts & Reorganizations
- Secured Creditor Representation
- Trusts & Estates Litigation
- Unsecured Creditor Representation