Florida’s Continuing Real Estate Problems
Are we headed for another crash? If so, are we ready? This panel will discuss recent case law and provide a statutory update, including cram down standards in consumer cases and the current market.
Leading Issues in Ethics and Civility, In and Out of the Courtroom
Where is the line between zealous advocacy and unethical conduct? What role does civility play in the legal profession and in our system of justice? How does the practice of civility — even when the judge isn’t there to see it — impact our clients’ interests and our profession? These are just some of the questions this panel will explore as it examines the leading issues in ethical conduct and civility — both in and out of the courtroom.
The Ramifications of Covenant-Lite Structures
Borrowers have been using relaxed credit agreement and bond covenants to “strip” assets from the collateral/asset pools that lenders think secure them. Neiman Marcus, J.Crew, PetSmart and BC Partners are recent examples. By focusing on these examples, this panel will discuss the covenant-lite structure of today, what the documents really say, who benefits and who gets hurt, and who influences the structure and outcome.
Not so Free, Not so Clear: An Ethical Walk Through Asset Sales
This panel uses hypotheticals to discuss the ethical problems facing counsel and their clients in § 363 sales including collusion, abuses during due diligence, and successor liability.
Are Hedge Funds and Private-Equity Firms Different than Other Case Parties?
This panel, comprised of investment bankers, lawyers and principals of hedge funds, explores whether, when and how the goals and strategies of hedge funds and private-equity funds in chapter 11 cases differ from those of other creditors, including banks, insurance companies, trade creditors, unions and governmental agencies.