ABA Resolutions Task Force
Co-Chairs
Alston, Hon. Christopher M.
Weiss, Sharon Z.
Kress, Kay Standridge
Administration & Courts
Co-Chairs
Bostwick, Hon. Janet E.
Waguespack, David
Mission Statement
To develop programming that addresses non-substantive law, procedures and rules that impact the administration of the bankruptcy courts and of bankruptcy cases, including issues directed to access to courts, jurisdiction, venue, judgeships, and the administration of cases under the various chapters of the Bankruptcy Code, appointment and compensation of professionals, and post-confirmation administration of chapter 11 cases.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Co-Chairs
Ross, Judith W.
Wolfson, Scott A.
Asset Sales
Co-Chairs
Engel, Richard W.
Cathell, Dale K.
Avoiding Powers
Co-Chairs
Kucera, Jeffrey T.
Hirsh, Robert M.
Vice-Chair
Coles-Bjerre, Andrea
Mission Statement
The Avoiding Powers Subcommittee of the Business Bankruptcy Committee offers programs and webinars on federal and state fraudulent transfer and preference law. We have recently presented programs on the Uniform Voidable Transactions Act, and we are planning a program that will examine non-uniform provisions that have been enacted by some states.
Bankruptcy Appeals
Co-Chairs
Parker, Hon. Cathleen D.
Golden, Steven W.
Mission Statement
To analyze and explore issues regarding bankruptcy appeals at all stages of the appellate process, from district courts and bankruptcy appellate panels to courts of appeals and the Supreme Court. Those include substantive legal issues of significance to the bankruptcy bench and bar that have or are likely to come before the Supreme Court and lower appellate courts; trends in bankruptcy jurisprudence in those courts; process and justiciability-related issues of special interest to bankruptcy appellate practitioners, such as equitable mootness and appellate standing; empirical investigation into appellate process and outcomes; and best practices for appellate advocacy. We hope to foster inquiry and debate on these and other topics through discussion, panel presentations, webinars, and writing projects, and welcome new members.
Bankruptcy Committees
Co-Chairs
Bast, Jeffrey P.
Kurth, Mette H.
Mission Statement
Debtors and trustees enjoy a high degree of control under the Bankruptcy Code, and secured lenders enjoy a myriad of statutory rights and protections. The Bankruptcy Committees subcommittee speaks to the interests of equally important and often much larger constituencies of creditors, equity holders and others whose interests may be represented by an official or unofficial committee in chapter 11. Committees are often concerned not only with maximizing recoveries on unsecured claims or equity interests but often with broader questions regarding the viability of the debtor as a going concern. We explore, educate, and serve as a resource to our members regarding the myriad of issues facing committees of all types in chapter 11.
Email Listserve: [email protected]
Bankruptcy Study & Policy
Co-Chairs
Marchetti, Prof. Peter V.
Miller, Robert W.
Cino, Jessica Gabel
Coles-Bjerre, Andrea
Business Transactions
Co-Chairs
Toby, Sheryl
Ochs, Matt
Mission Statement
Our purpose is to explore, discuss and share information about innovative business transactions utilized in complex restructurings, workouts and bankruptcy matters.
Chapter 11
Co-Chairs
Fallon, Brett D.
Roberts, Clay B.
Vice-Chair
Paranjpye, Aditi
Email ListServ: [email protected]
Mission Statement
The Chapter 11 Subcommittee of the Business Bankruptcy Committee seeks to explore and educate its members regarding all issues affecting reorganizations in a Chapter 11 case, including the role of committees, fees, plans of reorganization, liquidating plans, priorities, cram down, jurisdiction, classification, impairment, and trustees. The Subcommittee also monitors and comments on legislation affecting Chapter 11. The Chapter 11 Subcommittee welcomes involvement from all bankruptcy practitioners and others interested in the reorganization process. The Chapter 11 Subcommittee meets twice annually, once at the Business Law Section Spring Meeting, and once at the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges each October. The Subcommittee presents educational programs at each meeting, which usually qualify for CLE credit.
Claims & Priorities
Co-Chairs
Hage, Paul
Carmel, Marc J.
Corporate Governance
Co-Chairs
Kelbon, Regina Stango
Kirk, Donald R.
Current Developments Task Force
Chair
Champion, Ashley
Vice-Chairs
Bienenstock, Martin
Smith, Frances
Paranjpye, Aditi
Miller, Robert W.
Derivatives & Digital Assets
Co-Chairs
Lazar, Vincent E.
Rosell, Jason H.
Vice Chair
Castleman, David A.
e-Newsletter
Editor-in-Chief:
Sabella, Michael
Assistant Editor:
Kraemer, Salene Mazur
Executory Contracts
Chair
Hayes, Monique D.
Government Powers
Co-Chairs
Momoh, Adine S.
Troop, Andrew
Governmental Bankruptcies
Co-Chairs
Klein, Hon. Christopher M.
Maizel, Samuel R.
Healthcare & Nonprofits in Bankruptcy
Co-Chairs
Moyron, Ranie
Rubenstein, Michael D.
Individual, Small Business & Subchapter V
Co-Chairs
Pack, Bradley D.
VerStandig, Maurice "Mac"
Fender, Steven
Email Listserve: [email protected]
Insurance
Co-Chairs
Anderson, Margaret M.
Simkulak, Wendy M.
Vice-Chair
Stasak, Ashley
Mission Statement
The Insurance Subcommittee of the Business Bankruptcy Committee seeks to explore the intersection between the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and state insurance laws and regulations. The Subcommittee strives to educate members of the Committee on the unique issues presented by a debtor’s insurance programs. A debtor’s insurance program is of great value to a debtor if properly handled and addressed during the bankruptcy case and through the plan process. For many reasons, insurers are unlike any other creditor in a bankruptcy case and by working with an insurer, a debtor can ensure that claimants with insured claims receive insurance proceeds. However, questions often arise regarding, for example, the handling of insured claims and the debtor’s continuing obligations to its insurer. The Subcommittee has recently sponsored a few educational programs that address these and other issues and intends to offer similar programs at future meetings.
Intellectual Property
Chair
Lee, Kyung S.
Vice-Chair
Romero, Hon. Michael E.
International Bankruptcy
Co-Chairs
Knapp, John R. Jr.
Maerov, Adam C.
Vice-Chair
Egan, Pamela M.
Kathryn R. Heidt Memorial Award Selection
Co-Chairs
Weiss, Sharon Z.
Hage, Paul
Monzo, Eric J.
Hayes, Monique D.
Cino, Jessica Gabel
Lopez-Castro, Hon. Corali
Leadership & Development
Co-Chairs
Redmond, Patricia A.
Isicoff, Hon. Lauren Myerson
FitzSimon, Hon. Jean K.
Mayerson, Sandra E.
Legislation & Rules
Co-Chairs
Cooper, Zachary
Wallen, Ben
Still, Andrew
Email Listserve: [email protected]
Litigation
Chair
Kinsella, Steven R.
Vice-Chair
Goldblatt, Hon. Craig
BLS Project Match Portal Coordinators
Koffroth, Nicholas
Lee, Kyung S.
Vincent, Eleanor J.