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Representing public figures whose livelihood depends on their public image presents particular challenges for bankruptcy professionals. This panel of lawyers, each with their own experiences representing celebrities and other prominent figures in their bankruptcy cases, will share their thoughts on the process and the issues that are unique in these cases.

Presented by the Bankruptcy Taxation and Labor & Employment Committees

Presented by the Business Reorganization and Financial Advisors & Investment Banking Committees

Presented by the Health Care and Real Estate Committees

Presented by the Bankruptcy Litigation and Commercial Fraud Committees

Presented by the Mediation and Secured Credit Committees

Every reorganized debtor’s chapter 11 confirmation order has a § 1129(a)(11) finding that confirmation is not likely to be followed by the liquidation or further need of financial reorganization of the reorganized debtor. Nevertheless, it is common to see chapter 22s and chapter 33s in bankruptcy courts. This panel of leading financial advisors and industry experts are on the front lines of successful and not-so-successful restructurings. They will also discuss the myriad reasons that chapter 22s and chapter 33s occur and the lessons learned from those cases.

Join us to learn whether, when and how to effectively use an expert witness in bankruptcy litigation. Let our panel also show you how to avoid successful motions in limine and disqualification of your expert

The bankruptcy judge ruled against you. Now what? Motion to reconsider? Appeal to the district court? Appeal to the (gulp) court of appeals? HELP! This panel of experienced practitioners and judges will help you think through when, and how, to appeal.

How do hedge funds and other distressed investors think about the world? Our panelists know the answers! Come and learn how distressed investors examine opportunities in bankruptcy cases and how they think about pursuing their objectives during a bankruptcy case.