Business Details
Trusted Bankruptcy & Insolvency Lawyers
As one of Southern California's premier boutique insolvency and bankruptcy law firms, we specialize in corporate debtor representation with decades of proven success. Our attorneys combine big-firm sophistication with cost-effective solutions, serving clients across complex bankruptcy, insolvency, and business reorganization matters. Headquartered in Newport Beach with New York offices, we are recognized by peers and judiciary for our leadership in corporate bankruptcy law. Our practice spans pre-bankruptcy planning, Chapter 11 reorganizations, distressed acquisitions, and alternative insolvency solutions like receiverships and assignments.We prioritize proactive strategies to avoid court intervention while maintaining zealous advocacy when required. Our business-focused approach evaluates legal issues through clients' economic goals, delivering creative solutions that balance legal requirements with practical business outcomes. With extensive experience representing corporate debtors, creditors, and fiduciaries, we provide tailored legal strategies that maximize value while minimizing costs and risks.
Services
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Out-of-Court Workouts
Distressed Acquisitions
Assignments for Creditors
Receiverships
Bankruptcy Litigation
UCC Foreclosure Sales
Pre-Bankruptcy Planning
Creditor Representation
Asset Purchaser Services
Highlights and features
- We offer big-firm sophistication without high overhead costs
- Our attorneys have decades of specialized bankruptcy law experience
- We evaluate legal issues through business and economic lenses
- We prioritize proactive solutions to avoid court intervention
- Our team combines exceptional legal and business acumen
What people say
Expertise in bankruptcy law
Proactive approach
Cost-effective solutions
Strategic counsel
Deep legal knowledge
Services
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
We guide businesses through Chapter 11 reorganization to restructure debts while maintaining operations. Our attorneys develop tailored repayment plans, negotiate with creditors, and litigate complex issues to maximize business viability. With decades of experience, we combine legal expertise with business acumen to achieve favorable outcomes for distressed companies.
Out-of-Court Workouts
Our team facilitates consensual debt restructuring agreements to avoid bankruptcy proceedings. We leverage negotiation expertise and financial knowledge to create mutually beneficial solutions for debtors and creditors. This approach preserves privacy, reduces costs, and maintains greater control over asset disposition for all parties involved.
Distressed Acquisitions
We represent buyers and sellers in distressed asset transactions, navigating complex bankruptcy processes and minimizing risks. Our services include due diligence, auction participation, contract negotiations, and court representation to ensure successful acquisitions while protecting clients from successor liability and tax burdens.
Assignments for Creditors
We advise companies and assignees on Assignment for the Benefit of Creditors (ABC) as a cost-effective alternative to bankruptcy. Our attorneys manage the liquidation process, appoint qualified fiduciaries, and ensure compliance with state-specific regulations to fulfill fiduciary duties while maximizing creditor recoveries.
Receiverships
Our firm represents parties in receivership proceedings to ensure proper management of distressed businesses or real estate. We handle fraud investigations, asset liquidations, court-approved sales, and fee approval motions while balancing stakeholder interests. Our experience spans debtor, creditor, and receiver representation in complex receivership matters.
People
Richard H. Golubow
Attorney
Decades of experience in corporate bankruptcy law, specializing in representing debtors and creditors in complex insolvency matters with a focus on strategic business solutions.
Garrick A. Hollander
Attorney
Recognized bankruptcy expert with extensive experience in Chapter 11 reorganizations and distressed business transactions, combining legal expertise with practical business acumen.
Peter W. Lianides
Attorney
Specializes in insolvency alternatives and creditor representation, delivering cost-effective solutions for financially distressed companies and stakeholders.
John D. Giampolo
Attorney
Experienced in bankruptcy litigation and receivership management, providing strategic counsel to debtors, creditors, and fiduciaries in complex insolvency cases.
Marc J. Winthrop
Attorney
Focuses on distressed acquisitions and out-of-court workouts, leveraging deep understanding of bankruptcy code to create value-driven solutions for clients.
Questions
What bankruptcy services do you offer?
We specialize in Chapter 11 reorganizations, out-of-court workouts, and insolvency alternatives like receiverships and assignments for the benefit of creditors.
How are you different from other bankruptcy firms?
Our boutique structure provides personalized service with big-firm expertise, combining legal knowledge with business acumen to deliver cost-effective solutions.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Southern California with additional capabilities in New York, handling cases nationwide through our extensive legal network.
Can you help with distressed business acquisitions?
Yes, we represent buyers and sellers in distressed asset transactions, navigating bankruptcy processes while minimizing risks and maximizing value.
Do you offer initial consultations?
We provide comprehensive case evaluations to develop tailored strategies addressing each client's unique financial and legal challenges.
