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Andrew D. Bishop of Signum Global Advisors examines the evolving global landscape through the lens of the U.S.'s current “America First” policy and its implications for modern economic and political influence. The keynote explores how shifting geopolitical priorities, strategic competition among major powers, and the reemergence of economic nationalism are reshaping global markets and cross-border relationships. Learn how these developments influence financial systems, international investments and the broader restructuring environment to help you navigate an increasingly complex and uncertain world order.Learning Objectives:Attendees will analyze the key drivers behind the shift toward "America First" policies and their impact on global economic and political dynamics.Attendees will evaluate how geopolitical tensions and economic nationalism influence cross-border restructuring, capital flows, and market stability.Attendees will identify emerging risks and opportunities for practitioners arising from changes in the global geopolitical and economic landscape.

This panel presents an insightful and candid discussion with esteemed bankruptcy judges as they address the most pressing and debated issues currently shaping the bankruptcy landscape. From emerging trends in subchapter V cases to the evolving standards for good faith filings, this interactive session provides attendees with a unique opportunity to hear directly from the bench. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to the field, you'll gain valuable perspectives on how courts are interpreting today’s most complex challenges — and what they can mean for your practice.Learning Objectives:Attendees will analyze recent trends and significant rulings in bankruptcy law by understanding how judges interpret and apply key principles in real-world cases.Attendees will gain practical insights from the bench on how judges approach complex or novel issues, enhancing strategic thinking for case planning and litigation.Attendees will identify emerging topics and challenges in bankruptcy practice through discussion of current developments and potential future directions in the field.

This panel explores the evolving role of valuation across restructuring and corporate governance. The panelists discuss how prediction markets can inform valuation through market-implied probabilities, the downstream impact of valuation on key governance issues such as solvency, distributions and fiduciary claims, and the authority of litigation trustees to pursue litigation finance. Through practical frameworks and recent developments, the session highlights key considerations, benefits and risks for practitioners.Learning Objectives:Attendees will understand how valuation informs restructuring and corporate governance decisions, including solvency assessments, distributions, and fiduciary obligations.Attendees will evaluate the use of prediction markets and other tools in assessing market-implied probabilities for valuation purposes.Attendees will analyze the authority of litigation trustees to pursue litigation finance and the practical implications for corporate restructuring and litigation strategy.

The Prospect Medical decision treated preservation of the going concern as a form of adequate protection — opening the door to priming DIPs even when equity cushions are thin or nonexistent. Is this the start of a new doctrinal shift, or simply an outlier from the Northern District of Texas? This session examines what the case means for DIP financing, valuation and secured lender rights.Learning Objectives:Attendees will analyze the legal and practical implications of using going-concern value as a basis for adequate protection in priming DIP financing structures.Attendees will evaluate the impact of the Prospect Medical decision on debtor-in-possession financing, valuation disputes, and secured creditor rights.Attendees will assess whether recent case law signals a doctrinal shift in DIP financing standards or represents a limited, fact-specific deviation from established precedent.

This session will focus on the increased scrutiny on the sale of claims and causes of action against insider purchasers. Everyone wants an out-of-court deal — until someone asks for a market test. Is it a vital validation tool, or an obstacle that kills momentum? The panelists will take a candid look at when market checks matter, when they don’t, and how to strike the balance that gets deals across the finish line.Learning Objectives:Attendees will evaluate the role of market testing in out-of-court transactions, including when it serves as a meaningful validation tool versus when it may hinder deal execution.Attendees will identify legal and practical considerations surrounding the sale of claims and causes of action, particularly in transactions involving insider purchasers.Attendees will develop strategies to balance diligence, transparency, and efficiency in order to successfully structure and close out-of-court deals.

Sale leaseback transactions are often marketed as win-win situations — unlocking capital while allowing companies to retain operational control of critical assets. But beneath the surface, these structures can carry significant and sometimes underestimated risks. This panel will take a hard look at the “dark side” of sale leasebacks, exploring how transactions that appear overly rosy at inception can later become the focal point of financial distress and legal battles. The panelists will examine the operational ramifications of sale leasebacks, including constraints on flexibility, long-term cost burdens, and impacts on liquidity and capital adequacy. The discussion also will address litigation risks, particularly claims tied to solvency, ability to pay debts, and allegations of fraudulent conveyance or improper capitalization. As sale leasebacks continue to gain traction — especially in capital-intensive and distressed environments — the panelists will explore why this structure remains attractive and how it is reflected on a company’s financial statements from an accounting and disclosure perspective.Learning Objectives:Attendees will evaluate the operational and financial implications of sale leaseback transactions, including their effects on liquidity, capital adequacy, and long-term cost structure.Attendees will analyze the potential restructuring and litigation risks associated with sale leasebacks, including solvency challenges, fraudulent conveyance claims, and disputes over capitalization.Attendees will assess how sale leasebacks are structured and presented in financial statements, including key accounting and disclosure considerations that may affect stakeholder interpretation and risk assessment.

This panel will explore current pressures on health care operators, financing structures and real estate transactions. The panelists will cover entity structures, lending approaches and key trends defining today's health care market.Learning Objectives:Attendees will learn to:Identify current financial pressures on health care operators and their impact on real estate transaction structures and lending approaches.Analyze entity structuring options and financing mechanisms commonly used in health care real estate transactions.Evaluate emerging trends in health care operator distress and their implications for lenders, investors and restructuring professionals.

Fraud can surface at any stage of a transaction—and its impact can be devastating. This session guides attendees through the key phases where fraud risk emerges, spotting early warning signs during underwriting, recognizing post‑closing concerns that signal deeper issues, and deploying the appropriate remedies when misconduct becomes clear. Panelists will share real‑world examples, investigative approaches, and strategic responses used by lenders, advisors, litigators, and special servicers.Learning Objectives:Attendees will learn to:Identify early warning signs of fraud during underwriting and recognize post-closing red flags that indicate potential misconduct in real estate transactions.Apply investigative approaches and evidentiary standards used by lenders, special servicers and advisors to substantiate fraud claims.Formulate strategic legal remedies and recovery options available to victims of real estate fraud, including litigation strategies and alternative dispute resolution.

This panel will explore strategies and pitfalls in distressed lease and asset sales, both in and out of court. Panelists will address key issues in negotiating lease workouts and structuring asset sales, highlighting how tactics shift depending on asset class. Discussion will cover recent trends, including repeat bankruptcies and the rise of lease-only and stand-alone asset sales, with practical insights for stakeholders navigating today’s restructuring challenges.Learning Objectives:Attendees will learn to:Draft and negotiate lease workout agreements and structure asset sales in both in-court and out-of-court distressed scenarios.Distinguish between tactical approaches for different asset classes and identify common pitfalls in distressed lease and asset sale transactions.Analyze emerging trends, including repeat bankruptcy filings, lease-only sales, and stand-alone asset dispositions, to develop effective stakeholder strategies.

This session will present a concise, market‑focused look at distress in agricultural real estate. The panelists will define the scope of the ag sector, outline current market conditions, and identify the major drivers and asset types experiencing pressure. The discussion will cover distress pathways, valuation challenges, and the legal and regulatory factors shaping outcomes. Attendees will also gain insights into the roles of lenders and institutions, investor strategies and opportunities, key risks, and what the near‑term outlook suggests for stakeholders across the ag real estate landscape.Learning Objectives:Attendees will learn to:Identify the major asset types, market drivers and distress pathways currently affecting agricultural real estate across different regions.Apply specialized valuation methodologies and assess legal and regulatory factors unique to distressed agricultural property transactions.Evaluate investor strategies, institutional lender roles, and risk factors in agricultural real estate restructurings and workouts.