About Michael

Michael is a premier restructuring lawyer highly sought after for his extensive experience in bankruptcy and restructuring across various industries. He represents debtors, lenders and equity holders in complex in-court and out-of-court restructurings, and advises buyers in significant bankruptcy sales. Michael’s representation of the lenders and purchaser of substantially all assets of VICE Media was named the 2024 Distressed M&A Deal of the Year ($250MM to $500MM) at the M&A Advisor’s 18th Annual Turnaround Awards. Michael’s practice encompasses litigation of bankruptcy and distressed debt issues in bankruptcy court, state court and appellate courts.

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Admissions and credentials

  • California

Experience

Rankings and accolades

Best Lawyers in America – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2022 – present)

Lawdragon – 500 Leading Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers in America (2023 – present)

Super Lawyers – Rising Star in Bankruptcy and Creditor/Debtor Rights (2013 – 2020)

Memberships and affiliations

  • American Bankruptcy Institute, member
  • Turnaround Management Association

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