Morrison Foerster is known for its creditor representations, particularly official committee mandates, and has been involved in restructurings that have shaped bankruptcy law. New York-based Lorenzo Marinuzzi represents creditors’ committees across Chapter 11 cases in healthcare, energy, consumer products, retail and aviation. Jennifer Marines advises debtors and creditors across Chapter 11 cases, out-of-court restructurings and distressed acquisitions. Douglas Mannal represents creditors’ committees and handles post-confirmation trust litigation and adversary proceedings. Benjamin Butterfield advises buy-side distressed asset purchasers and creditors’ committees in Chapter 11 restructurings. Theresa Foudy leads the firm’s bankruptcy litigation practice. Bryan Kotliar joined in July 2025 from Togut, Segal & Segal LLP and advises debtors, creditors and purchasers in in-court and out-of-court restructurings.
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Key clients
- Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for Del Monte Foods Corporation II Inc.
- Aleon Metals, LLC, Aleon Renewable Metals, LLC, and Gladieux Metals Recycling, LLC
- Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan & Falcon Investments
- Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for American Tire Distributors
- Hooters Inc. and Hoot Owl Restaurants, L.L.C.
- Anchorage Illiquid Opportunities Master VI (B), L.P.
- Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for Nikola Corporation
- Thrasio Legacy Trust
- Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for Maverick Gaming
- Onset Financial, Inc.
- Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for Accuride Corporation
- U.S. International Development Finance Corp.
Practice head
Jennifer Marines; Lorenzo Marinuzzi
Other key lawyers
Douglas Mannal; Benjamin Butterfield; Theresa Foudy