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Insolvency & Reorganization

Restructuring Businesses, Restoring Value, and Rebuilding Stability

 

Financial distress can strike even the most sophisticated companies. Whether caused by macroeconomic volatility, over-leverage, or operational inefficiencies, insolvency demands decisive legal, financial, and strategic intervention.


At SJKP LLP, our Insolvency & Reorganization team delivers practical, results-oriented solutions that protect stakeholder interests, preserve asset value, and enable sustainable recovery.

 

We advise debtors, creditors, investors, and boards of directors across all stages of financial instability—from early warning signs to formal reorganization.
Our multidisciplinary team combines deep experience in finance, litigation, and regulatory compliance with an understanding of the commercial realities driving business decisions.
The result: clients regain control, stabilize operations, and emerge stronger from crisis.

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1. Understanding Insolvency & Reorganization


Comprehensive Legal Guidance for Complex Financial Situations

 

Insolvency & Reorganization involves more than navigating bankruptcy procedures. It is about restoring business viability through disciplined restructuring and strategic realignment.
Our lawyers provide end-to-end counsel, assessing liquidity, negotiating debt structures, and designing turnaround plans that align legal obligations with business objectives.

 

We help clients understand their legal duties under insolvency law, minimize director liability, and structure recovery plans that protect employees, investors, and counterparties.



Core Elements of Reorganization


  1. 1. Financial Assessment: 
  2. Evaluating cash flow, debt maturity, and operational costs.

2. Legal Compliance: 

Managing obligations under bankruptcy and corporate statutes.

3. Stakeholder Coordination: 

Balancing the interests of creditors, investors, and management.

4. Strategic Realignment: 

Redefining governance and business models for future growth.



2. Corporate Insolvency & Reorganization Strategies


Transforming Crisis into Opportunity

 

Our Insolvency & Reorganization lawyers guide companies through the most challenging phases of distress, from initial restructuring to full reorganization.
We design solutions that restore liquidity, renegotiate obligations, and rebuild investor confidence.
Each plan is tailored to business realities—considering industry pressures, contractual commitments, and regulatory exposure.

 

Our goal is not only to address immediate financial distress but also to establish frameworks for sustainable long-term performance.



Key Restructuring Approaches


  • - Debt-for-equity conversions

- Capital infusions and refinancing

- Pre-packaged and pre-arranged bankruptcy plans

- Asset divestitures and portfolio reallocation

- Workforce optimization and cost rationalization

 

We emphasize negotiated outcomes that avoid unnecessary litigation, while preserving core business operations and relationships.



3. Insolvency & Reorganization Proceedings


Guiding Clients Through Court-Supervised and Voluntary Restructurings

 

When judicial intervention becomes necessary, our team provides comprehensive representation in insolvency and reorganization proceedings.
We assist with Chapter 11 filings, debtor-in-possession (DIP) financing, and plan confirmations.
For creditors, we protect claims, enforce rights, and ensure equitable treatment in proceedings.

 

Our lawyers combine technical mastery of insolvency statutes with practical negotiation experience, allowing us to deliver efficient, credible outcomes in complex cases.



Judicial Reorganization Expertise


  • - Preparing restructuring petitions and reorganization plans

- Negotiating DIP financing and exit facilities

- Managing executory contracts and leases

- Representing creditor committees and trustees

- Advising on discharge, preference, and fraudulent transfer issues

 

We coordinate with financial advisors, turnaround professionals, and regulators to maintain transparency and accelerate resolution.



4. Out-of-Court Insolvency & Reorganization


Confidential, Flexible, and Cost-Effective Alternatives

 

Not every financial crisis requires public proceedings.
Our Insolvency & Reorganization team frequently helps companies achieve debt resolution and recapitalization through private workouts.
We design out-of-court frameworks that minimize disruption, preserve reputation, and avoid the costs associated with formal insolvency.

 

By leveraging creditor negotiations, standstill agreements, and refinancing options, we enable clients to regain financial stability discreetly.



Common Out-of-Court Solutions


  • - Bilateral and syndicated loan restructurings

- Consensual debt exchanges and forbearance agreements

- Equity recapitalizations and investor partnerships

- Sale-leaseback and joint venture transactions

- Asset-based refinancing and bridge funding

 

Our lawyers ensure that private agreements remain enforceable, compliant, and aligned with broader business recovery goals.



5. Cross-Border Insolvency & Reorganization


Coordinating Global Legal and Financial Responses

 

In an interconnected world, financial distress often crosses borders.
We assist multinational corporations and creditors in managing cross-border insolvency, asset protection, and recognition proceedings under the UNCITRAL Model Law, Chapter 15, and foreign restructuring regimes.

 

Our team coordinates with international counsel to manage parallel actions, ensure consistency of strategy, and protect assets across multiple jurisdictions.
We have experience advising on foreign recognition orders, cross-border asset tracing, and creditor recoveries in global restructurings.



International Reorganization Issues


  • - Multi-jurisdictional claim enforcement

- Recognition of foreign proceedings

- Asset recovery and creditor coordination

- Cross-border DIP and restructuring finance

- Harmonization of insolvency protocols

 

We help clients safeguard global operations while achieving cohesive, cross-border solutions.



6. Insolvency & Reorganization and Distressed M&A


Acquiring and Disposing of Assets in Financially Distressed Situations

 

Our Insolvency & Reorganization lawyers are deeply experienced in distressed M&A transactions.
We advise investors, lenders, and debtors on acquisitions and divestitures conducted through insolvency processes, including Section 363 sales, prepackaged plans, and stalking-horse bids.

 

We also represent private equity firms and hedge funds evaluating opportunities in distressed markets, ensuring proper due diligence, liability management, and regulatory compliance.



Deal Structuring and Risk Management


  • - Asset purchase agreements and bid procedures

- Successor liability and avoidance risk assessment

- Credit bidding and debt assumption strategies

- Antitrust and regulatory review

- Post-closing integration and dispute resolution

 

Our approach balances opportunity with caution, helping investors unlock value without inheriting unnecessary exposure.



7. Creditors’ Rights in Insolvency & Reorganization


Maximizing Recovery and Protecting Secured Interests

 

Creditors require proactive, well-informed representation to secure recoveries during insolvency.
We represent financial institutions, bondholders, and trade creditors in enforcement actions, claim disputes, and restructuring negotiations.
Our experience includes collateral enforcement, intercreditor arrangements, and preference litigation.

 

We advocate for creditors in both in-court and out-of-court forums, leveraging strategic negotiations to enhance recovery and preserve long-term relationships.



Tools for Creditor Advocacy


  • - Foreclosure and receivership proceedings

- Proofs of claim and priority challenges

- Avoidance and preference defense

- Subordination and intercreditor disputes

- Collateral recovery and asset tracing

 

Our meticulous approach ensures creditor rights are protected throughout every stage of insolvency.



8. Governance and Fiduciary Duties During Reorganization


Protecting Boards and Executives in Times of Financial Stress

 

Executives and directors play a critical role in steering companies through insolvency.
We counsel leadership on fiduciary duties, liability exposure, and best practices during restructuring.
Our Insolvency & Reorganization team helps boards document decision-making, manage conflicts, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and transparency.

 

We also advise on compensation adjustments, retention programs, and internal communications to maintain morale and trust during transition.



Key Governance Considerations


  • - Duty to creditors upon insolvency

- Avoiding fraudulent transfers and insider preferences

- Engaging independent advisors and valuation experts

- Coordinating with audit and compliance functions

- Managing public and investor disclosure obligations

 

Sound governance fosters confidence among lenders, investors, and regulators alike.



9. Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Insolvency & Reorganization


Resolving High-Stakes Financial Conflicts

 

When disputes arise over creditor claims, director conduct, or asset sales, litigation may become unavoidable.
Our litigation team represents both debtors and creditors in bankruptcy, commercial, and appellate courts.
We have extensive experience in preference claims, avoidance actions, and contested plan confirmations.

 

We also guide clients through arbitration and mediation to achieve efficient resolutions that minimize business disruption.



Litigation Areas of Focus


  • - Bankruptcy court adversary proceedings

- Fraudulent conveyance and transfer litigation

- Lender liability claims

- Breach of fiduciary duty and corporate governance disputes

- Appeals and enforcement of judgments

 

We combine courtroom strategy with commercial pragmatism to secure lasting outcomes.



10. Early Risk Identification and Turnaround Planning


Preventing Insolvency Through Proactive Strategy

 

Our Insolvency & Reorganization team works with clients to identify warning signs of distress before a full crisis emerges.
Through financial audits, debt covenant analysis, and liquidity assessments, we detect early-stage vulnerabilities and propose corrective measures.
We also assist management in developing contingency plans, communication protocols, and investor engagement strategies.

 

Early legal involvement allows clients to negotiate from a position of strength and avoid costly reactive measures.



Early Intervention Framework


  • - Financial and operational stress testing

- Loan covenant monitoring

- Cash flow optimization and restructuring modeling

- Stakeholder communication management

- Regulatory and compliance risk analysis

 

Preparation is the key to preservation—and eventual renewal.



11. Why Choose SJKP LLP for Insolvency & Reorganization


Strategic Insight. Legal Strength. Business Renewal.

 

At SJKP LLP, we approach Insolvency & Reorganization as both a legal and strategic endeavor.
Our lawyers blend legal precision with business understanding to help clients navigate uncertainty and rebuild for the future.
 

Whether representing a multinational bank, a startup in distress, or an institutional investor, we deliver solutions that restore balance, rebuild trust, and ensure continued growth beyond reorganization.


05 Nov, 2025

The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading or relying on the contents of this article does not create an attorney-client relationship with our firm. For advice regarding your specific situation, please consult a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.
Certain informational content on this website may utilize technology-assisted drafting tools and is subject to attorney review.

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