In times of financial distress, we don’t just respond—we uncover opportunities for recovery and reinvention.

At Michelman Robinson, we guide businesses, individuals, lenders, and stakeholders through complex insolvency scenarios with speed, clarity, and strategic intent. Our lawyers operate across the full spectrum of bankruptcy and restructuring, offering sophisticated counsel in both in-court and out-of-court settings. We assess options early, build leverage, and execute plans that protect value and create breathing room— even in the most high-stakes environments.

We represent debtors, creditors, landlords, trustees, equity holders, receivers, and financial institutions in all phases of Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 proceedings. Just as often, we help clients resolve matters without formal bankruptcy filings—through assignments for the benefit of creditors (ABCs), workouts, debt renegotiations, and other alternatives that preserve business continuity and stakeholder trust.

The firm’s strength lies in our cross-disciplinary depth. Our bankruptcy lawyers collaborate with leading corporate, litigation, real estate, and employment attorneys to provide holistic, forward-looking advice. From acquiring distressed assets to litigating adversary proceedings, we bring tactical precision and business acumen to every move—anticipating risk, managing complexity, and positioning clients to emerge stronger.

Whether navigating a restructuring, enforcing creditors’ rights, or defending against preference claims, we deliver counsel that aligns with commercial goals and withstands judicial scrutiny. And when needed, we partner seamlessly with accountants, turnaround professionals, and financial advisors to design and implement recovery strategies.

At every stage—pre-petition, mid-crisis, or post-confirmation—we help clients take control, minimize disruption, and chart a path forward.