Business Reorganization

The Impaired Insider Paradox and Section 1191(b) Solution The session will introduce commercial bankruptcy practitioners to creative solutions in confirming plans that seems unconfirmable under § 1129(a)(10). To achieve this goal, the audience will be introduced to the issues surrounding artificial impairment, no voting classes, and insiders strategically abstaining from voting. The audience will then be introduced to the toolbox of section 1191(b) alternative cramdown solutions, which the panelists will explain are surprisingly within the reach of a subgroup of cases until now considered complex. Participants will learn how to recognize scenarios that lend themselves to alternative solutions to confirm nonconsensual plans. Participants will also learn about the advantages and limitations of the use of subchapter V of chapter 11 in what are traditionally considered complex cases. Business Suggested Speakers Patty Tomasco pattytomasco@quinnemanuel.com Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

Not just Maple Syrup and Hockey: Tips and Tricks from North - Developments in Canadian Law that could be imported to the US The focus of the panel would be to identify uniquely Canadian distressed deal structures and litigation techniques that could be imported to the American restructuring practice. Would cover developments from coast to coast by including at least 3 Canadian practitioners from the West Coast, Central Canada and Quebec would be selected once the audience was determined. For example key points would be: could you get a reverse vesting order under Chapter 11? Practictioners will learn new techniques and strategies unique to Canada. Business Natasha MacParland nmacparland@dwpv.com Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP

the Pitfalls of Merchant Cash Advances Describing the nature of the loans, how they are marketed and the scope of their usage in the marketplace. Addressing legal strategies on how to debtor's and other creditors can use the bankruptcy process to curb the abuses of these lenders. Debtor Suggested Speakers Scott Williams swilliams@rumberger.com RumbergerKirk

A Year End Review of the State of The Distressed Investing Market and What Lies Ahead for 2025 The session will review the big deals in distressed investing in 2024 and make some predictions about 2025.
I would envision 3 speakers addressing small, medium and large sized transactions. The panelists would include claims trader, real estate investor, and hard asset (private equity) investor. The moderator could be an attorney that services these constituencies. The distressed investing world provides a significant amount of work for the legal community. I was instrumental in putting together a program for TMA NY that focused on the Private Credit Market which sold out. Debtor Joseph Sarachek joe@saracheklawfirm.com Sarachek Law Firm

C-Suite or Fee Earners - who should lead? Panel session with 4 panelists discussing whether firms are better led by their own partners/fee earners stepping up to Managing/Senior Partner roles, or if a separate CEO / CFO / COO structure that is run by professionals who are not fee earning is more suitable in this day and age. Looking at relevant leadership issues such as Succession Planning, Fees and Profitability, Retaining Talent and big issues that will affect over the next 5 years. Non technical session aimed at leadership and growth Business Suggested Speakers Bhavesh Patel bpatel@tta.lawyer Travers Thorp Alberga

How to Reorganize Mass Torts Without Third Party Releases After the Supreme Court's reversal in Purdue, Debtors subject to mass tort liability will not be able to reorganize utilizing third party releases under a plan. Prior to Purdue, the Fifth, Ninth, and Tenth Circuits all prohibited third party releases but debtor subject to mass tort liability have nonetheless been able to reorganize. How did those debtors confirm their plans without third party releases? How will mass tort reorganization different after Purdue? Business Suggested Speakers John Lucas jlucas@pszjlaw.com Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones LLP

Claims Reconciliation The Bankruptcy Code and Non-Bankruptcy law preserve or limit claims at the outset of the case and after confirmation of a plan during the claim reconciliation process. For example, claims arising from the purchase of perishable fruits and vegetables are accorded certain treatment in a bankruptcy case under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act or claims governed by applicable sales tax statutes. Claims arising from employees are given priority (but capped) and claims arising from the rejection of a real property lease or employment contract are capped. This panel will consider the claim reconciliation process during a bankruptcy case and the the Bankruptcy Code and Non-Bankruptcy law affect those claims. Business John Lucas jlucas@pszjlaw.com Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones

Financial Reporting vs Cash Flow Projections Double entry accounting and financial statement literacy, cash flow projections, monthly operating report basics - the new forms.
Tax issues.
Adult ADHD diagnoses - coping skills - (luncheon speaker?)
Substance abuse
Boycott Arizona until they change their 1800s laws regarding women's health. Go back to Terranea. I will not be attending. Business ELISA SARTORI esartori@greenridgeservices.com Greenridge Financial Services LLC

Maximizing Value in Accounts Receivable Management Join our panel of industry experts for an insightful discussion on navigating the complex landscape of accounts receivable (A/R) management. This session aims to provide attendees with comprehensive insights into key considerations, challenges, and innovative strategies within the A/R space.

The primary focus of this panel is to explore how organizations can maximize value in their A/R portfolios. Our experts will delve into crucial aspects of A/R management, offering attendees a holistic understanding of risk analysis, portfolio purchasing, liquidation, debt collection, and international recovery.

Key Points and Supporting Topics:

• Risk Analysis in A/R Portfolios: Understand the methodologies and techniques employed for accurate risk analysis. Explore the impact of customer payment patterns, industry trends, and economic factors on portfolio performance.
• Portfolio Purchasing and Liquidation Strategies: Gain insights into successful portfolio management, acquisition, and liquidation. Learn innovative approaches to handling principal investments and overseeing significant assets.
• Effective B2B Debt Collection and International Recovery: Discover advanced analytics and modeling strategies for enhancing debt collection processes. Navigate the challenges of international debt recovery with industry-tested expertise.
• Comprehensive Approach to Bridging Business and Credit Lenders: Delve into strategies that bridge the gap between businesses and credit lenders. Maximize the value of assets within the A/R space through thoughtful and comprehensive approaches.

Attendees will leave this panel discussion equipped with actionable insights, best practices, and a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of A/R management. Whether you are involved in risk assessment, portfolio management, or debt recovery, this session promises to be a valuable resource for professionals seeking to optimize their approach to accounts receivable. Business Suggested Speakers Julia Lechowicz jlechowicz@hilcoglobal.com Hilco Global

Are you leaving money on the table? The intuition behind the many practical applications of option theory. Lenders face a fundamental problem in life: the math, from the onset, favors the borrower. This is nowhere better displayed than in real estate transactions, where most debt is non-recourse and secured at the property level. Much legal work in a real estate transaction can be viewed as an effort to make up for and possibly invert the inherent disadvantages of the lender. This session aims to provide an intuitive, practical understanding of the role of option theory in structuring and valuing the positions of borrowers and lenders. Be able to look at any situation and better assess the value of embedded optionality. See value or costs where you didn't see them before. Capture more value for your clients. Be able to draw option diagrams on cocktail napkins at networking events. Debtor Suggested Speakers Ken Miller kmiller@advisorsguardian.com Guardian Advisors