Bankruptcy

Doug Smith has significant experience litigating claims in bankruptcy and restructuring proceedings.  For example, Doug has:

Represented multiple debtors in Chapter 11 proceedings seeking to resolve debtors' asbestos-related tort liabilities.

Tried claims by creditors in the City of Detroit's bankruptcy proceeding.

Defended debtor airline at trial against claims relating to debtor's commercial contracts brought in its Chapter 11 proceeding.

Represented medical device manufacturer in multiple appeals arising out of Chapter 11 proceeding, including appeal relating to award of pendency interest and appeal relating to resolution of tort claims.

Represented debtor in appeal relating to resolution of property tort claims in Chapter 11 proceeding.