No CLE

The panel will identify and discuss likely future trends in restructurings in Mexico, as well as projected revisions to the Concurso.

The panel will explore many of the major differences between U.S. chapter 11 and the Concurso Mercantil and discuss such topics as bondholder recognition, classification of claims, creditor voting and confirmation of a reorganization plan, financing issues and sale of assets.

Challenges and Strategic Considerations of a Large Corporate Filing in Mexico The panel will discuss the challenges of large filings, including the lack of DIP financing and the absolute-priority rule, labor issues, collective creditors, feasibility of pre-packaged and pre-negotiated bankruptcies, and litigation, as well as considerations related to IFECOM.

Cross-Border Recognition Issues between U.S. and Mexico The panel will discuss attempts to apply creditor protections and applying the concept manifestly against public policy.

Practical Consideration of an Out-of-Court Restructuring in Mexico This broad panel, which includes a banker, will discuss how to effectively restructure a Mexican company. Key areas will be identified, as well as potential pitfalls.

Duration: 75 mins

Since most debtors default in chapter 13 plans before they reach completion, are modifications needed to the law's rehabilitation goals? Pro: Hon. Pamela Pepper Con: Catherine Peek McEwen Should the U.S. Trustee's enforcement role in chapter 11 cases yield to creditor preferences? Pro: Robert M. Fishman Con: Clifford J. White, III Do creditors' committees serve a useful purpose in cases where the debtor's assets are overly encumbered and the amount of unsecured claims is a fraction of the amount of secured debt? Pro: Robert J. Feinstein Con: Jay M. Goffman