Akerman’s Patrick Johnson, Jr on adversary proceedings

What this episode covers

On the latest episode of Debtwire North America’s Debtwired!! series, Deputy Editor Reshmi Basu speaks to Patrick Johnson, Jr, managing partner in the Akerman law firm’s New Orleans office. On this episode, Patrick provides an in-depth look into adversary proceedings, including the potential benefits to lenders, along with the possible downsides. He also provides insight into how litigation can impact collateral and recovery values. Patrick is a veteran litigator and counselor to clients enmeshed in commercial litigation, bankruptcy, workouts, loan restructuring, and collections. He routinely litigates complex disputes in bankruptcy court on behalf of entities such as financial institutions, secured creditors, and lessors, as well as litigation in state, federal, and appellate courts.

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