Bankruptcy


Lenders value the judgment, wisdom and experience shown by GH&R attorneys in bankruptcy court.  Similarly, our lawyers’ broad experience in defending our clients in preference cases around the country provides proven value to our clients.  GH&R lawyers have assisted our clients in acquiring a wide variety of businesses in Section 363 sales including:  a $22 million sports arena, $62 million of radio stations, a software company, a bar and restaurant, and specific assets in other cases.

Our lawyers are involved in the Bench Bar Committee, Cincinnati Bar Association Bankruptcy Committee, American Bankruptcy Institute, American Bankruptcy Law Forum, and the Tri-state Association for Corporate Renewal.  One of our attorneys, Mike Debbeler, has been appointed by the Sixth Circuit to serve on Merit Selection Panels for recent vacancies in Dayton and Columbus.

Our lawyers are well known and respected for their handling of bankruptcy matters for our clients.  Types of matters handled include:

  • Representation of secured and unsecured creditors of every type and kind in bankruptcy proceedings.
  • Advice to lenders with respect to cash collateral orders, debtor in possession financing and plan confirmation issues.
  • Pursuit of secured and unsecured claims, relief from stay, reclamation claims and administrative expense claims.
  • Representation of creditors’ committees and Chapter 7 and 11 business debtors.
  • Representation of creditors in extending post petition credit to debtors including obtaining critical vendor status.
  • Representation of purchasers of assets from bankrupt entities in Section 363 sales.
  • Defense of clients in preference actions and other avoidance claims.