Natalie Ramsey

Natalie D. Ramsey

Partner

Natalie D. Ramsey

Partner

  • Overview

    Biography

    Natalie Ramsey is co-chair of the Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group and the partner in charge of its Wilmington and Philadelphia offices. She practices in all areas of domestic and international restructurings, crisis management, financings, acquisitions in distressed situations and asset recovery litigation, often involving challenges to complex corporate transactions. Natalie is certified by the American Board of Certification accredited by the American Bar Association in Business Bankruptcy, and is a Fellow of the American College of Bankruptcy, where she presently serves as the Third Circuit Regent.

    Natalie's role in creditor committee representations includes the Chapter 11 cases of Mallinckrodt, Aldrich Pump/Murray Boiler (affiliates of Trane), DBMP (an affiliate of CertainTeed), Imerys Talc America, Bestwall (an affiliate of Georgia Pacific), Energy Future Holdings, Specialty Products (Bondex), Maremont, NutraQuest and Nutri-System. Her lead role in company side restructurings includes a large regional real estate developer and the jointly-administered O.W. Bunker USA and O.W. Bunker, N.A. cases, which were awarded the International Restructuring Deal of the Year (Over $500MM to $1B) and Energy Deal of the Year (Over $500MM to $1B) in 2017 by M&A Advisor, a premier network of M&A, Turnaround and Finance professionals. Natalie presently serves as co-counsel to the debtor in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy case of Loot Crate pending in Delaware. Natalie’s representation of asset purchasers includes serving as counsel to the successful asset purchaser in RTW Retailwinds, Inc. sale of e-commerce business, for which Robinson+Cole was awarded the 2021 E-Commerce Restructuring of the Year honor as part of the Global M&A Network’s 13th Annual Turnaround Atlas Awards.

    Natalie is ranked as a Star Individual in the field of Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Chambers USA, which describes her as “enjoy[ing] a stellar reputation for her work on sophisticated high-value bankruptcy disputes.” Chambers notes that clients say she is "very smart, knows the law inside and out, has superb strategic sense, and is great on her feet... She works extremely hard and is a great tactician with a very deft touch in court.” Natalie was honored as a "Distinguished Leader" by The Legal Intelligencer as part of the 2023 Pennsylvania Legal Awards and named a "Legend Icon" in the ABF Journal's 2022 Industry Icons issue. In addition, she was recognized by LawDragon.com as part of its "500 Leading U.S. Bankruptcy and Restructuring Lawyers" for 2023, 2022 and 2020. In 2017, she was named among Turnaround & Workouts’ “Outstanding Restructuring Lawyers of 2017” and in the inaugural class of “Best of the Bar: Philadelphia’s Top Leaders” by the Philadelphia Business Journal.  

    Natalie serves on the boards of The Riddle HeathCare Foundation of the Main Line Health System and the Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project. Natalie also serves as a member of the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics of the University of Delaware Advisory Board. Previously, she served on the board of Delaware County Habitat for Humanity from 1995 to 2000, and as the Chair of Delaware Valley Habitat for Humanity from 1999 to 2003.
     

  • Experience
    • Experience

      Experience

      • Counsel to the Official Committee of Asbestos Claimants in Bestwall LLC (a successor-in-interest to Georgia-Pacific LLC)

      • Co-counsel and Conflicts Counsel to the “E-side” Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors of Energy Future Holdings in its pending Chapter 11 case

      • Co-counsel to the Official Equity Committee of BPS US Holdings, Inc. et al. (Performance Sports Group) in its pending Chapter 11 case 

      • Counsel to the Debtors in O.W. Bunker Holding North America* 

      • Counsel to various creditors, contract parties and lessors in the Chapter 11 reorganizations of Weinstein Company Holdings, Remington, Suniva, Magnum Hunter, New Gulf Resources, Cubic Asset, and Ryckman Creek Resources*

      • Counsel to the Official Committee of Asbestos Personal Injury Claimants in Specialty Products Holding Corp. (Bondex)*

      • Counsel to the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors in United Gilsonite Laboratories*

      • Counsel for a large regional homebuilder in its successful Chapter 11 reorganization*

      • Counsel to a leading health care turnaround consultant in connection with its engagements in both Chapter 11 and out-of-court restructurings*

      • Counsel to the Official Unsecured Creditors’ Committee in Nutraquest, Inc.*

      • Counsel to asset purchasers in cases such as Hayes Microcomputer Products and Wicked Fashion*

      • Counsel to the franchise committee in Nutrasystem, Inc.*

      • *Attorney Ramsey was counsel in these representative transactions prior to joining Robinson+Cole.

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    • Professional Associations

      Professional Associations

      American Bankruptcy Institute (1991 - present)

      American Inns of Court
      Delaware Bankruptcy Chapter (2010 - present)

      American College of Bankruptcy
      Fellow (2021 - present)

      American Bar Foundation
      Fellow (2016 - present)

      The Forum of Executive Women (2021)

      Chief
      A private membership network focused on connecting and supporting women executive leaders (2021)

      Eastern District of Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Conference
      Member (1991 - present)
      Board of Directors (1999 - 2006)
      Chair (2006)

      Commercial Law League of America (CLLA) (1991 - present)

      International Women's Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation (IWIRC) (1993 - present)

      Turnaround Management Association (2003 - present)

      Delaware State Bar Association

      New York State Bar Association

      Pennsylvania Bar Association

      Philadelphia Bar Association
    • Honors + Awards

      Honors + Awards

      Profiled in the ABF Journal's 2023 Top Women in Asset-Based Lending feature

      Recognized as a "Legend Icon" in the ABF Journal's 2022 Industry Icons issue.

      Presented with the “Women Restructuring Leader” recognition as part of Global M&A Network's 14th Annual Turnaround Atlas Awards

      Named among Turnaround & Workouts’ “Outstanding Restructuring Lawyers of 2017”

      Presented with the E-Commerce Restructuring of the Year honor as part of the Global M&A Network’s 13th Annual Turnaround Atlas Awards in recognition of the RTW Retailwinds, Inc. sale of e-commerce business, including the New York & Company and Fashion to Figure e-commerce intellectual property, to the Saadia Group LLC.

      Recognized in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business in Philadelphia and Surrounds in the area of Bankruptcy/Restructuring since 2007, ranked in Band 1 from 2017 to 2019, and as a Star Individual since 2020. 

      Recognized in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business in Delaware in the area of Bankruptcy/Restructuring for 2023

      Presented with the 2023 Distinguished Leader Award by The Legal Intelligencer

      Selected by her peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization and Litigation-Bankruptcy since 2012.

      Selected to the the Top 50 Women Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list from 2005 to 2010 and from 2015 to 2020.

      Selected to the Delaware Super Lawyers list from 2017 to 2023 and to the Pennsylvania list from 2005 to 2023.

      Listed in Lawdragon as one of the "500 Leading U.S. Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers” in 2023, 2022 and 2020.

      Named among the Philadelphia Business Journal's 2017 "Best of the Bar: Philadelphia’s Top Lawyers." 

      Presented with the Chapter 11 Restructuring of the Year in the “mega” category (value: above $5 billion) as part of the Global M&A Network’s 15th Annual Turnaround Atlas Awards in recognition of serving as co-counsel to the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors (UCC) in the Mallinckrodt plc, et al. chapter 11 cases.

       Named to Global M&A Network's 10th annual Top 100 Restructuring  Professionals “Distinction in Dealmaking” list

    • Community Involvement

      Community Involvement

      Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project
      President (2012-13) (1993 - present)

      The Riddle HealthCare Foundation of the Main Line Health System
      Member, Board of Directors

      University of Delaware
      Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics Advisory Board

      Delaware Valley Habitat for Humanity
      Chair (1993-03)
  • NEWS + PRESS
    • Presentations

      Presentations

      "Nancy C. Dreher Lecture on Bankruptcy Law and Practice: A Review of the Roberts Court’s Bankruptcy Jurisprudence," presented by the University of Minnesota Law School’s Corporate Institute, the American College of Bankruptcy, the Minnesota State Bar Association Bankruptcy Section and the Turnaround Management Association (4/18/2023)
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        • Nancy C. Dreher Lecture on Bankruptcy Law and Practice: A Review of the Roberts Court’s Bankruptcy Jurisprudence

        "Nancy C. Dreher Lecture on Bankruptcy Law and Practice: A Review of the Roberts Court’s Bankruptcy Jurisprudence," presented by Natalie D. Ramsey, presented by the University of Minnesota Law School’s Corporate Institute, the American College of Bankruptcy, the Minnesota State Bar Association Bankruptcy Section and the Turnaround Management Association (4/18/2023)

        The Lecture was established in recognition of Judge Dreher’s lifetime commitment to excellence, the ethical practice of law, and scholarship. Each year, the Minnesota Fellows in the College invite distinguished practitioners, academics, and judges to Minnesota to discuss emerging issues in bankruptcy law and practice.


      "Mass Torts," as a faculty member at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s “Bankruptcy Institute 2022” (11/11/2022)
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        • Mass Torts

        "Mass Torts," presented by Natalie D. Ramsey, as a faculty member at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s “Bankruptcy Institute 2022” (11/11/2022)

        The program was part of the half-day Commercial Bankruptcy section’s offerings, which also included programs on case law updates, commercial and consumer mediation, and ethics. The two-day Bankruptcy Institute 2022 was designed to offer insightful, relevant and practical sessions taking a close look at trending topics shaping today’s bankruptcy practice, including updates from judges, representatives of the U.S. Trustee’s office and top practitioners, as well as a quick-hits summary of the top commercial and consumer cases of the year.


      "Bankruptcy and the Texas Two Step," at the 2022 New Jersey Asbestos Litigation Conference, hosted by the New Jersey Bar Association (9/30/2022)
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        • Bankruptcy and the Texas Two Step

        "Bankruptcy and the Texas Two Step," presented by Natalie D. Ramsey, at the 2022 New Jersey Asbestos Litigation Conference, hosted by the New Jersey Bar Association (9/30/2022)

        The program panel featured the Hon. Ana Viscomi, the New Jersey-designated asbestos litigation judge, joined by a Special Master and leading practitioners of asbestos litigation. The conference was designed to offer insight and the critical information needed to ensure the highest standards of preparation and presentation of asbestos cases in New Jersey.


      "The Texas Two-Step: Understanding The Impact on Mass Tort Liabilities," presented during Global M&A Network's 14th Annual Restructuring & Distressed Investing Forum (7/20/2022)
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        • The Texas Two-Step: Understanding The Impact on Mass Tort Liabilities

        "The Texas Two-Step: Understanding The Impact on Mass Tort Liabilities," presented by Natalie D. Ramsey, presented during Global M&A Network's 14th Annual Restructuring & Distressed Investing Forum (7/20/2022)

        During the program, leading experts Greg Gordon, Matt Diaz and Paul Zumbo discussed the evolution and state of play of the “Mass-Tort” complex bankruptcies and how upcoming decisions could affect the developing jurisprudence.


      "The Texas Two-Step: A Complex Dance with Mass Tort Liabilities," at the 2022 TMA NOW Summit (5/10/2022)
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        • The Texas Two-Step: A Complex Dance with Mass Tort Liabilities

        "The Texas Two-Step: A Complex Dance with Mass Tort Liabilities," presented by Natalie D. Ramsey, at the 2022 TMA NOW Summit (5/10/2022)

        The moderated discussion at the Turnaround Management Association Network of Women-hosted event addressed the Texas Two-Step - a strategy that has been employed by companies with enormous tort liabilities to create new entities in the state of Texas and assign assets and liabilities separately in order to shield the assets, and which has come under criticism from the tort creditors and scrutiny from bankruptcy scholars and legislators - and the variety of issues it involves. Speakers addressed the JJCI/LTL bankruptcy, previous divisive merger cases - including the first of the Two-Step cases, the Bestwall/Georgia-Pacific bankruptcy - and other mass tort cases. Robinson+Cole was pleased to sponsor the TMA NOW Summit. Bankruptcy + Reorganizations co-chair, Natalie Ramsey, is a member of the TMA.


      "Mass Tort Bankruptcy Updates," at the Boardwalk Seminar 2022, hosted by the New Jersey Association for Justice (4/28/2022)
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        • Mass Tort Bankruptcy Updates

        "Mass Tort Bankruptcy Updates," presented by Natalie D. Ramsey, at the Boardwalk Seminar 2022, hosted by the New Jersey Association for Justice (4/28/2022)

        The three-day Seminar featured 20 programs specifically designed for trial attorneys and included outstanding local and regional speakers along with top national speakers. The event featured thought leaders addressing a broad range of topics focused on improving the practice of plaintiff trial attorneys. 


      "NOW Virtual Speaker Series," hosted by the Turnaround Management Association’s Network of Women (NOW) (3/14/2022)
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        • NOW Virtual Speaker Series

        "NOW Virtual Speaker Series," presented by Natalie D. Ramsey, hosted by the Turnaround Management Association’s Network of Women (NOW) (3/14/2022)

        The panel of accomplished women shared their experiences in breaking through the proverbial “glass ceiling.” They offered their perspectives and insights from different areas of the turnaround industry, such as how they were able to advance themselves and excel in their careers and what that success means both professionally and personally. Robinson+Cole was pleased to be a sponsor of the event.


      "Hot Topics in Bankruptcy," as part of the American Bankruptcy Institute’s Mid-Level Professional Development Program (11/9/2021)
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        • Hot Topics in Bankruptcy

        "Hot Topics in Bankruptcy," presented by Natalie D. Ramsey, as part of the American Bankruptcy Institute’s Mid-Level Professional Development Program (11/9/2021)

        The conference featured a range of interactive educational sessions geared toward mid-level insolvency and restructuring professionals. The one-day event was spearheaded by honorees of the American Bankruptcy Institute's “40 Under 40“ program.


      "Imerys Talc America Inc. Bankruptcy," co-presented with Mark A. Fink and Michael R. Enright, presented at the HarrisMartin Talcum Powder Litigation Conference (1/9/20)
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        • Imerys Talc America Inc. Bankruptcy

        "Imerys Talc America Inc. Bankruptcy," co-presented by Natalie D. Ramsey, Mark A. Fink and Michael R. Enright, presented at the HarrisMartin Talcum Powder Litigation Conference (1/9/20)

        Natalie Ramsey, Michael Enright and Mark Fink presented on the Imerys Talc America Inc. bankruptcy cases at the HarrisMartin Talcum Powder Litigation Conference in Miami Beach, Florida on January 9, 2020. Natalie, Michael and Mark represent the Official Committee of Tort Claimants (the Committee) in the cases. The conference, attended primarily by members of the plaintiff’s bar but also by talc defendants, insurers, and others (as well as their counsel), focused on developments in the Imerys bankruptcy case generally and their representation of the Committee specifically.


    • News

      R+C in the News

      • September 6, 2023

        Natalie Ramsey Named to 2023 Top 100 Restructuring Professionals List

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          Natalie Ramsey Named to 2023 Top 100 Restructuring Professionals List

          Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chair Natalie Ramsey has been named to the Top 100 Restructuring Professionals list by the Global M&A Network. Over the past 10 years, the list has featured “brilliant, accomplished, and influential professionals from the restructuring, distressed M&A and insolvency communities.”

          Candidates are identified through a highly competitive process that begins with the evaluation of firms and best performing or winning transactions closed in 2022 that were recognized as part of Global M&A Network's “Turnaround Atlas Awards." Selection is then narrowed to a single professional from the firm based on their experience, differentiated expertise, and transactions completed among additional attributes. Only one professional is selected from the practice group at the firm per year. Natlie was identified for the "top" designation in connection with being part of the Robinson+Cole team that won the Chapter 11 Restructuring of the Year in the “mega” category (value: above $5 billion) for serving as co-counsel to the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors (UCC) in the Mallinckrodt plc, et al. chapter 11 cases.

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      • July 20, 2023

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized During Global M&A Network's 2023 Turnaround Atlas Awards

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized During Global M&A Network's 2023 Turnaround Atlas Awards

          Members of Robinson+Cole’s Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group were recognized for their work on the Mallinckrodt plc restructuring during Global M&A Network's 15th Annual Turnaround Atlas Awards hosted in New York City on July 19, 2023 as part of the organization’s Restructuring & Distressed Investing Forum. The annual event honors the achievements of legendary leaders, outstanding firms and best-value creating transactions from the restructuring, distressed investing and insolvency industry. Robinson+Cole won the Chapter 11 Restructuring of the Year in the “mega” category (value: above $5 billion).

          Robinson+Cole serves as co-counsel to the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors (UCC) in the Mallinckrodt plc, et al. chapter 11 cases. Mallinckrodt is a global enterprise that operates two separate businesses – a Specialty Brands business and a Specialty Generics business. The Specialty Brands business manufactures INOmax and Acthar Gel, while the Specialty Generics business is the only U.S. producer of acetaminophen and various opioids. Litigation against the company on multiple fronts, including opioid-related litigation, left the company to seek to restructure its businesses, which led to the chapter 11 filing on October 12, 2020. Through the bankruptcy, the Debtors were able to de-lever their capital structure by more than $1 billion. A disclosure statement for the plan of reorganization was approved by the Bankruptcy Court for solicitation on June 17, 2021, with the hearing on confirmation of the Debtors’ plan held on September 21, 2021. On February 3, 2022 the Bankruptcy Court issued a written ruling confirming the Chapter 11 plan and on March 2, 2022 the Bankruptcy Court entered a Confirmation Order confirming the Fourth Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization. Further, on April 27, 2022 the Irish High Court made an Order pursuant to Section 541(3) of the Companies Act of Ireland confirming the Scheme of Arrangement proposed by the Examiner between Mallinckrodt plc, its creditors and members, which is based on and consistent in all respects with the Fourth Amended Plan.

          The Team advising the UCC includes Natalie Ramsey, Jamie Edmonson, Patrick Birney, Michael Enright, Rachel Jaffe Mauceri, Laurie Krepto, Ryan Messina, Annecca Smith, along with Business Litigation Group Members John Cordani and Curtis Crowther. Learn more about the Turnaround Atlas Awards.

          In addition to the award, Jamie was among the panelists that presented the "Distressed M&A: Deals and Steals" as part Restructuring & Distressed Investing 15th Annual Forum, which discussed acquiring assets under Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings – from valuations, challenge of due diligence, and financing.

      • June 21, 2023

        Natalie Ramsey Highlights Her Leadership Style and Talks Philadelphia and Wilmington Offices’ Growth in Law360 Pulse

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          Natalie Ramsey Highlights Her Leadership Style and Talks Philadelphia and Wilmington Offices’ Growth in Law360 Pulse

          Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chair and Partner in Charge of the Philadelphia and Wilmington offices, Natalie D. Ramsey, was featured in the article “Robinson & Cole Del., Philly Leader Talks Offices' Growth” published in Law360 Pulse on June 12, 2023. The article focuses on Robinson+Cole’s office growth in the Philadelphia and Wilmington markets since opening in 2019, which has since more than doubled in size. “Our growth strategy is to continue to seek lawyers with specialties and capabilities that deepen the strength of our various practices and help to provide the exceptional client service for which we are already known,” said Natalie. She goes on to highlight the firm's bankruptcy work, acknowledges plans for continued growth and offers insight into her leadership style. “Leading an office and a practice requires a lot of hard work, which I've always thrived on, dedication to the long game, rather than seeking a quick fix, and development of colleagues to foster a true team effort. No one lawyer can do it alone, without limiting the potential severely.” Read the article.

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      • June 2, 2023

        Natalie Ramsey and Katherine Fix Profiled in The Legal Intelligencer as part of Pennsylvania Legal Awards

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          Natalie Ramsey and Katherine Fix Profiled in The Legal Intelligencer as part of Pennsylvania Legal Awards

          Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chair Natalie Ramsey and counsel Katherine Fix were featured in honoree profiles as part of The Legal Intelligencer's Pennsylvania Legal Awards. Natalie is being recognized as a "Distinguished Leader" and Katherine is among the "Lawyers on the Fast Track."

          Published on May 30, 2023, Natalie's Q&A includes the most valued piece of advice she's ever received, what career path she would have pursued (if not law) and a mentor she admires. Katherine's profile, published on May 23, 2023, features her practice profile, leadership activity, pro bono/civic work, and more. Both lawyers will be recognized during a special reception on June 14, 2023 in Philadelphia, PA. 

      • April 11, 2023

        Natalie Ramsey Among ABF Journal’s 2023 Top Women in ABL

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          Natalie Ramsey Among ABF Journal’s 2023 Top Women in ABL

          Bankruptcy + Reorganizations co-chair Natalie D. Ramsey was among the women profiled in the ABF Journal’s 2023 Top Women in Asset-Based Lending (ABL). The feature was published in the Q1 issue of the publication and spotlights 50 women leading the industry forward. The ABF Journal magazine was the first independent trade finance magazine exclusively focused on the asset-based lending, factoring, commercial finance and turnaround management industries. Read Natalie’s profile.

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      • January 13, 2023

        Rhonda Tobin and Natalie Ramsey Quoted on Recession Planning in The American Lawyer

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          Rhonda Tobin and Natalie Ramsey Quoted on Recession Planning in The American Lawyer

          Managing Partner, Rhonda Tobin, and Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chair, Natalie Ramsey, were quoted in the article “In Recession Planning, Firms See ‘Opportunities’ and ‘Challenges,’” published by The American Lawyer on January 11, 2023. The story highlights that many law firm leaders are optimistic about the prospect of expanding client relationships in 2023, even during a period of economic slowdown, with growth expected in both bankruptcy and white-collar defense practices. Addressing the continued flow of work with middle-market clients and multi-million dollar deals, Rhonda said, “We’re hearing transactional clients are adjusting to the interest rate changes and have settled in their own transactional planning so they’re seeing a pickup in activity.” Natalie said certain sectors, including medical, retail and cryptocurrency, are indicating that restructuring legal services will see rising demand this year. And she is seeing more inquiries from distressed businesses not just looking to file for bankruptcy, but are seeking “other creative ways to resolve their debt issues,” such as prepackaged bankruptcies, which can be negotiated prior to a court filing, noting that “our expectation is that we’re going to be busy.” Read the article here.

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      • October 18, 2022

        Rhonda Tobin and Natalie Ramsey Featured in Philadelphia Business Journal Article on Firm’s Presence in the Market

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          Rhonda Tobin and Natalie Ramsey Featured in Philadelphia Business Journal Article on Firm’s Presence in the Market

          Managing Partner Rhonda J. Tobin and Partner in Charge of the firm’s Philadelphia and Wilmington offices Natalie D. Ramsey were featured in the article “Robinson & Cole leaders see uptick in bankruptcy filings, expect Philadelphia growth opportunities,” published in the Philadelphia Business Journal on October 13, 2022. Rhonda reflected back on her roots in Philadelphia and discussed the firm’s growth since opening offices in Philadelphia and Wilmington in 2019. She also describes the market as being “really fertile” for the firm to pursue growth opportunities in practice areas such as bankruptcy, business litigation, real estate, education and managed care. Natalie, who is also co-chair of the Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group, offered insight on how the anticipated recession is expected to impact bankruptcy filings. “The filings that you're seeing are often involving entities with significant litigation that they're trying to deal with or companies that are trying to sell themselves via a bankruptcy process. But the rumor mill is that we are finally going to hit that point where the economy corrects and that bankruptcy will be a very active practice for, people are predicting, the next 5 to 10 years.” Read the article.

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      • October 5, 2022

        Natalie Ramsey Featured as a “Legend Icon” in ABF Journal’s 2022 Industry Icons Issue

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          Natalie Ramsey Featured as a “Legend Icon” in ABF Journal’s 2022 Industry Icons Issue

          Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chair Natalie D. Ramsey was selected as a “Legend Icon” as part of the ABF Journal’s second annual “Industry Icons” issue. Natalie is highlighted on the issue’s cover and is the first featured profile in the issue honoring “the best in the specialty finance industry.” In Natalie’s profile, titled “Playing the Long Game: Natalie Ramsey’s Legendary Career in Bankruptcy Law,” she offers insight into her more than 35-year career, which “has helped shape the discipline.” The piece describes Natalie’s work on prominent cases that have earned her "respect in the commercial litigation world” and emphasizes her “client-centric approach to the business.” Launched in 2022, The ABF Journal magazine was the first independent trade finance magazine exclusively focused on the asset-based lending, factoring, commercial finance and turnaround management industries. Read Natalie’s profile.

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      • July 25, 2022

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized During Global M&A Network's 2022 Turnaround Atlas Awards

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized During Global M&A Network's 2022 Turnaround Atlas Awards

          Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chair Natalie D. Ramsey was presented with the “Women Restructuring Leader” recognition during Global M&A Network's 14th Annual Turnaround Atlas Awards hosted virtually on July 21, 2022 as part of the organization’s Restructuring & Distressed Investing Forum. The honor is presented to a woman leader with over 25 years of experience in the restructuring industries in recognition of her talents and contributions made in the industry. Natalie also served as a moderator during the Forum’s program "The Texas Two-Step: Understanding The Impact on Mass Tort Liabilities," in which leading experts Greg Gordon, Matt Diaz and Paul Zumbo discussed the evolution and state of play of the “Mass-Tort” complex bankruptcies and how upcoming decisions could affect the developing jurisprudence.

          In addition, Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chairs Patrick M. Birney and Michael R. Enright along with member Rachel Jaffe Mauceri and Business Transactions Group co-chair Brian M. Flaherty were recognized as a team for serving as counsel to Tribe 9, LLC in the Carla’s Pasta, LLC Chapter 11 bankruptcy case, which was selected as the “Food & Beverage Restructuring Deal of the Year.” Tribe 9 Foods, a certified B Corp., headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, is the owner of gluten-free pasta brand Taste Republic, and RP’s Pasta, a producer of small batch, artisan fresh pasta. Carla’s Pasta is a leading provider of traditional pasta products for branded and private label retail, foodservice distributors, and restaurants. Carla’s was challenged by the downturn in foodservice caused by COVID-19 and sought bankruptcy protection under chapter 11 on February 8, 2020 in Connecticut. On April 15, 2021, Tribe 9 was deemed the prevailing bidder after a competitive auction and closed on the transaction on April 28, 2021. Tribe 9’s acquisition of Carla’s enabled it to combine Taste Republic’s gluten-free, grain-free and vegan pasta offerings with Carla’s traditional pasta to provide a complete range of solutions for Tribe’ 9’s customers, including foodservice, industrial, retail, private label, and contract manufacturing. As a result of the sale, Carla’s was able to confirm a consensual plan of liquidation on August 2, 2021. Learn more about the Turnaround Atlas Awards.

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      • February 14, 2022

        Natalie Ramsey Interviews with Law.com (Mid-Market Report / The Legal Intelligencer) re. R+C’s Mid-Atlantic Expansion and 2022 Trends in Restructuring

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          Natalie Ramsey Interviews with Law.com (Mid-Market Report / The Legal Intelligencer) re. R+C’s Mid-Atlantic Expansion and 2022 Trends in Restructuring

          Natalie Ramsey discussed 2022 trends in restructuring and mid-Atlantic expansion in a featured interview published under The Legal Intelligencer and Mid-Market Report mastheads on February 10, 2022. In the wide-ranging conversation, Natalie said bankruptcy continues to offer a useful forum for companies to find a way out of insolvency, and highlighted Robinson+Cole’s growth as a niche firm in mass tort-related bankruptcy work. She noted the firm’s representation of creditors’ committees comprised of asbestos claimants in three cases in the Western District of North Carolina, each stemming from divisive mergers, which raise questions about ”everything from bankruptcy jurisdiction to constitutional issues of due process in federal preemption.” The interview also highlights the rapid and successful expansion of Robinson+Cole’s Bankruptcy + Reorganizations practice in the mid-Atlantic bankruptcy arena since 2019, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the courts and the larger market, key issues driving bankruptcy work in 2022, and her goals for growth this year.

      • June 29, 2021

        Natalie Ramsey and Jamie Edmonson Win Turnaround Atlas "e-Commerce Restructuring of the Year" Award

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          Natalie Ramsey and Jamie Edmonson Win Turnaround Atlas "e-Commerce Restructuring of the Year" Award

          Congratulations to Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chair Natalie Ramsey and partner Jamie Edmonson on being presented with the "e-Commerce Restructuring of the Year" Award as part of Global M&A Network LLC’s 13th Annual Turnaround Atlas Awards, hosted virtually June 23-25, 2021. The award was given in recognition of the RTW Retailwinds, Inc. sale of e-commerce business, including the New York & Company and Fashion to Figure e-commerce intellectual property, to the Saadia Group LLC. Natalie and Jamie represented Jack Saadia, Principal and Co-Founder of Saadia Group, in closing the purchase of RTW Retailwinds, Inc., an online specialty apparel retail platform for celebrity and consumer brands, including the New York & Company and Fashion to Figure brands. A robust sales process concluded in an active auction that resulted in the sale of RTW Retailwinds’ e-commerce assets for $40 million. The sale was approved by the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey on September 4, 2020, and the successful closing of the sale to Saadia Group LLC took place on October 1, 2020.

      • October 13, 2020

        Natalie Ramsey and Jamie Edmonson Represent Saadia Group LLC in Significant Retail Transaction

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          Natalie Ramsey and Jamie Edmonson Represent Saadia Group LLC in Significant Retail Transaction

          On October 1, 2020, Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chair Natalie D. Ramsey and partner Jamie L. Edmonson represented Jack Saadia, CEO and Saadia Group LLC in closing the purchase of RTW Retailwinds, Inc., an online specialty apparel retail platform for celebrity and consumer brands, including New York & Company and Fashion to Figure brands. The sale was previously approved by the Bankruptcy Court on September 4, 2020. Read more about the transaction in the press release.

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      R+C News Releases

      • October 26, 2023

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in 2023 Super Lawyers®

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in 2023 Super Lawyers®

          A total of 35 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named to Super Lawyers® lists in the States of Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island for 2023. In addition, 27 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.”

          Appellate Group chair Linda L. Morkan and Manufacturing Industry Team chair Jeffrey J. White were named to the Top 50: 2023 Connecticut Super Lawyers list. Linda also appears on the Top 25: 2023 Women Connecticut Super Lawyers list. Read more in the press release.

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      • August 17, 2023

        78 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2024

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          78 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2024

          78 Robinson+Cole lawyers were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2024. Of the 78 lawyers from across the firm’s practice groups and offices named to the list, 57 are from Connecticut. The firm continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law and insurance law. Approximately, the top 5 percent of all practicing lawyers in the U.S. were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 30th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

          Additionally, five lawyers were named Best Lawyers® 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” in the following offices, in the noted practice areas:

          Hartford, CT – Best Lawyers® 2024 “Lawyer of the Year”

          Jacqueline Pennino Scheib – Trademark Law

          Michael R. Enright – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

          Theodore J. Tucci – Insurance Law

          Boston, MA – Best Lawyers® 2024 “Lawyer of the Year”

          Michael S. Giaimo – Land Use and Zoning Law

          Stamford, CT – Best Lawyers® 2024 “Lawyer of the Year”

          Patricia D. Weitzman – Health Care Law and Litigation-Health Care

          A Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” designation is awarded to one lawyer in each of various high-profile specialties in large legal communities. These particular lawyers received the highest ratings among their peers for their abilities, professionalism, and integrity.

          The fourth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America was also released, which includes 23 Robinson+Cole lawyers. The “Ones to Watch” recognition is given to attorneys early in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. The firm has the highest number of lawyers to receive this designation in Hartford, Connecticut. Read more in the press release.

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      • July 5, 2023

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Presented with Pennsylvania Legal Awards

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Presented with Pennsylvania Legal Awards

          Robinson+Cole Bankruptcy + Reorganizations Group co-chair Natalie D. Ramsey and member Katherine M. Fix were among the lawyers selected for recognition as part of The Legal Intelligencer’s 2023 Pennsylvania Legal Awards. The annual awards program took place on June 14, 2023, at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel, and honored “those lawyers who have left an indelible mark on the legal community in Pennsylvania and beyond through their unwavering dedication to the profession.” Ramsey and Fix were also highlighted in awardee features published in The Legal Intelligencer. Read more in the press release.

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      • June 1, 2023

        2023 Chambers USA Recognizes 22 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in Eight Practice Areas

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          2023 Chambers USA Recognizes 22 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in Eight Practice Areas

          In its 2023 edition, the legal directory Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized 22 Robinson+Cole lawyers, including one that has been recognized nationwide. In addition, the firm received rankings in eight practice area categories that the publication covers in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. Read more in the press release.

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      • October 11, 2022

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in 2022 Super Lawyers®

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in 2022 Super Lawyers®

          A total of 39 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named to Super Lawyers® lists in the States of Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island for 2022. In addition, 30 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.”

          Jeffrey J. White was named to the Top 50: 2022 Connecticut Super Lawyers list. Linda L. Morkan appears on the Top 25: 2022 Women Connecticut Super Lawyers list and, similarly, Natalie D. Ramsey was included in the Top 50: 2022 Women Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. Read more in the press release.

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      • August 18, 2022

        74 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2023

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          74 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2023

          74 Robinson+Cole lawyers were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2023. Of the 74 lawyers from across the firm’s practice groups and offices named to the list, 54 are from Connecticut. The firm continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law insurance law and construction litigation. Only the top 5.3 percent of all practicing lawyers in the U.S. were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 29th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

          Additionally, the following five lawyers were named the Best Lawyers® 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” in Hartford, Connecticut, in the noted practice areas: Brian R. Smith in Land Use and Zoning Law, Christine E. Bromberg in Tax Law, James P. Ray in Litigation – Environmental, Joey Lee Miranda in Energy Regulatory Law, Norman H. Roos in Banking and Finance Law, Rachel V. Kushel in Employment Law – Management, Theodore J. Tucci in  Health Care Law and Virginia E. McGarrity – in Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law.

          The third edition of Best Lawyers: “Ones to Watch” was also released, includes 23 Robinson+Cole lawyers. The “Ones to Watch” recognition is given to attorneys early in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. The firm has the highest number of lawyers to receive this designation in Hartford, Connecticut. Read more in the press release.

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      • June 1, 2022

        2022 Chambers USA Recognizes 19 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in 10 Practice Areas

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          2022 Chambers USA Recognizes 19 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in 10 Practice Areas

          In its 2022 edition, the legal directory Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized 19 Robinson+Cole lawyers, including one that has been recognized nationwide. In addition, the firm received rankings in seven practice area categories that the publication covers in Connecticut. Read more in the press release.

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      • March 3, 2022

        Robinson+Cole Advises Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors in Chapter 11 Mallinckrodt plc Case

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          Robinson+Cole Advises Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors in Chapter 11 Mallinckrodt plc Case

          Robinson+Cole represents the Official Committee of General Unsecured Creditors (Creditors’ Committee), in the Mallinckrodt plc Chapter 11 proceedings, which are pending in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. On March 2, 2022, U.S. Bankruptcy Court Judge John Dorsey entered the Order confirming the global pharmaceutical company’s reorganization plan, including the settlement supported by the Creditors’ Committee and approved by an overwhelming majority of the company’s general unsecured creditors. Read more in the press release.

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      • October 14, 2021

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

          A total of 42 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named to Super Lawyers® lists in the States of Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island for 2021. In addition, 29 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.”

          Bruce B. Barth and Jeffrey J. White were named to the Top 50: 2021 Connecticut Super Lawyers list. Linda L. Morkan appears on the Top 25: 2021 Women Connecticut Super Lawyers list and, similarly, Natalie D. Ramsey was included in the Top 50: 2021 Women Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. Read more in the press release.

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      • August 19, 2021

        65 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022

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          65 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022

          65 Robinson+Cole lawyers were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022. Of the 65 lawyers from across the firm’s practice groups and offices named to the list, 49 are from Connecticut. The firm continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law and insurance law.

          Additionally, the following five lawyers were named the Best Lawyers® 2022 “Lawyer of the Year” in Hartford, Connecticut, in the noted practice areas: Patrick M. Birney in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Michael F. Maglio in Banking and Finance Law, Robert S. Melvin in Environmental Law, Joey Lee Miranda in Energy Law and Jacqueline Pennino Scheib in Trademark Law. Peter V. Lacouture was also named a Best Lawyers® 2022 “Lawyer of the Year” in Providence, Rhode Island in the area of Energy Law.

          The second edition of Best Lawyers: “Ones to Watch” was also released, of which 17 total Robinson+Cole lawyers are listed in. The “Ones to Watch” recognition is given to attorneys who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. Read more in the press release.

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      • May 24, 2021

        Chambers USA Recognizes 19 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in 10 Practice Areas

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          Chambers USA Recognizes 19 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in 10 Practice Areas

          In its 2021 edition, the legal directory Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized 19 Robinson+Cole lawyers, including one that has been recognized nationwide. In addition, the firm received rankings in seven practice area categories that the publication covers in Connecticut. Read more in the press release.

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      • October 15, 2020

        47 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in Super Lawyers®

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          47 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in Super Lawyers®

          A total of 47 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named to Super Lawyers® lists in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island for 2020. In addition, 29 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.”

          Also, Bruce B. Barth was named to the Top 50: 2020 Connecticut Super Lawyers list and Linda L. Morkan appears on the Top 25: 2020 Women Connecticut Super Lawyers list.

          The Super Lawyers designation is based on regional balloting by attorneys, third-party research, and a peer review process encompassing myriad practice areas. An explanation of the Super Lawyers methodology can be found here. Read more in the press release.

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      • August 20, 2020

        61 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021

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          61 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021

          61 Robinson+Cole lawyers were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021. Of the 61 lawyers from across the firm’s practice groups and offices named to the list, 46 are from Connecticut. The firm continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law and insurance law.

          Additionally, the following six lawyers were named the Best Lawyers® 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” in Hartford, Connecticut, in the noted practice areas: Michael R. Enright in Litigation – Bankruptcy, Gregory R. Faulkner in Litigation – Construction, Virginia E. McGarrity in Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Joey Lee Miranda in Environmental Law, James P. Ray in Litigation – Environmental and Theodore J. Tucci in Health Care Law. Michael S. Giaimo was also named a Best Lawyers® 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” in Boston, Massachusetts, in the area of Land Use and Zoning Law.

          The inaugural edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch was also released, of which 17 total Robinson+Cole lawyers are listed in. The “Ones to Watch” recognition is given to attorneys who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. Read more in the press release.

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      • April 23, 2020

        Chambers USA Recognizes 20 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in 11 Practice Areas in CT, PA, and RI and Nationwide

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          Chambers USA Recognizes 20 Robinson+Cole Lawyers in 11 Practice Areas in CT, PA, and RI and Nationwide

          In its 2020 edition, the legal directory Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized Robinson+Cole in all six practice area categories that the publication covers in Connecticut. In addition, 20 lawyers were individually ranked from Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island, including one that has been recognized nationwide. Read more in the press release.

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      • August 15, 2019

        57 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2020

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          57 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2020

          57 Robinson+Cole lawyers were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2020. Of the 57 lawyers from across the firm’s practice groups and offices named to the list, 44 are from Connecticut. The firm continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law, insurance law, and litigation-construction.

          Additionally, the following four lawyers were named the Best Lawyers® 2020 “Lawyer of the Year” in Hartford, Connecticut, in the noted practice areas: Thomas P. Cody in Real Estate Law, Michael R. Enright in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, John B. Lynch Jr. in Mergers and Acquisitions Law, and Theodore J. Tucci in Insurance Law. Kathleen M. Porter was also named a Best Lawyers® 2020 “Lawyer of the Year” in Boston, Massachusetts, in the area of Information Technology Law. Read more in the press release.

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      • January 22, 2019

        Robinson+Cole Adds National Bankruptcy Team in New York, Philadelphia and Wilmington

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          Robinson+Cole Adds National Bankruptcy Team in New York, Philadelphia and Wilmington

          Robinson+Cole is pleased to announce the significant expansion of its bankruptcy capabilities with the addition of five lawyers, including three partners, and the opening of new offices in Wilmington, Delaware and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Natalie D. Ramsey, Mark A. Fink and Davis Lee Wright join Robinson+Cole as partners along with Laurie A. Krepto as counsel, and Katherine M. Fix, as an associate. Read more in the press release.

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