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Ropes & Gray LLP

Petrofac Restructuring Plans Overturned: When Considering Restructuring Surplus’ Allocation, Sharing is Caring

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In a much-anticipated judgment (Saipem SPA & Ors v Petrofac Limited & Anor [2025] EWCA Civ 821), the English Court of Appeal overturned the High Court’s sanction of Petrofac’s restructuring plans (the Plans). Petrofac was...more

Latham & Watkins LLP

Holding Water: Thames Water Restructuring Plan Sanctioned

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The English court has sanctioned the group’s interim financing plan, but the opposing creditor group’s appeal will be heard on an expedited basis. The last 12 months have been turbulent for Thames Water. Following the...more

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APAC FRI Pulse

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As 2024 comes into full swing, it is timely to reflect on the lessons from 2023 and the impact that global economies have had on the financial landscape in Australia. Post-global pandemic and in the midst of the current...more

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Cayman fund governance in times of market turbulence – 2023 update

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While standard governance principles continue to apply (and should be followed) throughout the lifetime of a fund, the board of directors must be prepared to adapt governance practices and, for example, revisit discussions...more

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Distressed Startups: A Bankruptcy Lawyer’s Perspective

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Turmoil in the tech ecosystem and escalating sentiment that a recession in the U.S. might occur in the near-term, indicate that startups, their lenders, and investors may soon confront extreme financial challenges – and will...more

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Acting Behind The Scenes: High Court Confirms Duties Of Shadow Directors

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In Standish & Ors v The Royal Bank of Scotland Plc & Anor (the “Judgment”), the High Court confirmed that the duties owed by a shadow director are limited to the subject matter of their instructions. This alert is...more

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Cross-Border Clash for the Brazilian Dutch Telco in the U.S. Courts

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Distressed and special situations investors should take note of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court’s recent decision in Oi’s Chapter 15 case. We present our takeaways for investors. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court refused to recognise...more

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Reform Comes to Australian Restructuring and Insolvency Law

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Two key changes made to Australian insolvency law enhance restructuring efforts in Australia and could improve outcomes for US investors. ...more

Latham & Watkins LLP

Restructurings and Distressed Investing — Planning the Perfect Exit

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Investors must address several key issues at the outset of a restructuring to smooth the path to a successful realisation of their investment. The classic image of a restructuring situation is of the critically ill...more

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