OBA Insolvency Law PROGRAM | Original Program Date: February 17, 2021

In the American context, a company can file under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code when it is unable to cover its debts. A Chapter 11 filing is a complex process that differs in some important ways from the Canadian insolvency processes. Our experienced US insolvency lawyers will cover the basics of Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings, including:  

• Key features of the US bankruptcy system
• The reasons that companies choose the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process
• Comparing and contrasting the US Chapter 11 process with the Canadian insolvency regime
• Tips for Canadian creditors
• Emerging trends in the area of US bankruptcy law

Join us for this informative program!

PROGRAM CHAIR

Michael Nowina, Baker McKenzie LLP

PROGRAM SPEAKERS

James C. Thoman, Hodgson Russ LLP (NY)
Blaire Cahn, Baker McKenzie LLP (NY)