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Chapter 11 Filing Without Consent of Independent Director Dismissed as Unauthorized

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Courts disagree over whether provisions in a borrower's organizational documents or loan agreements designed to restrict or prevent the borrower from filing for bankruptcy are enforceable as a matter of federal public policy...more

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The Impact of In re 301 W N. Ave., LLC on the Enforcement of Bankruptcy-Remote Protections

Executive Summary - The recent decision In re 301 W N. Ave., LLC, 666 B.R. 583 (Bankr. N.D. Ill. 2025) represents a significant development at the intersection of corporate governance, commercial real estate, and...more

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Enforceability of Golden Directors with Bankruptcy Consent Right

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The appointment of an independent director is a powerful tool for private credit lenders. The appointment is designed to introduce a voice of neutrality and fairness into the board’s decision-making process with the hope and...more

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Delaware LLCs, Independent Managers, and Bankruptcy Remote Structures: Lessons from 301 W North Avenue

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Overview Limited liability companies (LLCs)—curious creatures of state law—often file bankruptcy. Bankruptcy courts have, therefore, developed a dynamic body of law to evaluate the “bankruptcy remoteness” of LLCs, assessing...more

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NYC Office Tower Ch. 11 Shines Light On Blocking Provisions

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This article analyzes PWM Property Management LLC's bankruptcy filing in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware to explain the impact of the use of corporate governance blocking provisions. The filing also...more

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Creditors Ask Court to Enforce Bankruptcy Blocking Provision and Approve Creditor Created Plan During Exclusivity Period in PWM...

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I. Introduction - The economic upheaval caused by the outbreak of COVID-19 was unprecedented in the United States and abroad. Employees were furloughed, businesses were mothballed or shut down altogether....more

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2016 Georgia Corporate and Business Organization Case Law Developments

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The annual survey of decisions by state and federal courts in 2016 addressing Georgia corporate and business organization issues is now available. This survey covers the legal principles governing Georgia businesses,...more

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