 As KCC’s primary thought-leader, Jonathan Carson serves as a source to news media and other audiences providing commentary on trends and developments within corporate restructuring and the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. An avid industry observer, he draws upon his years of experience practicing as a former corporate restructuring attorney with Kirkland & Ellis and from KCC’s engagements as a claims and noticing agent.
Interview Topics
Jonathan can offer insight on the following topics:
- Public Securities Pitfalls and Challenges: An overview and inside look at the challenges and key considerations for restructuring professionals to keep in mind when reaching out to public securities holders during Chapter 11.
- A New Breed of Bankruptcy: A look at the new breed of bankruptcies, including pre-gaming, '374' bankruptcies and Chapter 11 mergers, as corporate restructuring becomes more complex, more costly and more widespread than ever.
- Can Ch. 11 Help the U.S. Economy? The role of Chapter 11 restructuring as a strategic alternative for distressed companies in the current recessionary economic environment.
- Beating the Clock in Bankruptcy: The challenges and opportunities within today’s accelerated corporate bankruptcy timelines.
- Corporate Bankruptcy Basics: A review of the nuts and bolts of the Chapter 11 process with insight into the complexities and players at each stage.
- The Impact of Bankruptcy Reform: The evolving effect of BAPCPA (Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005) on the corporate bankruptcy process.
View articles where Jonathan has been featured on these and other topics.
Speaking Engagements
A frequent guest speaker and published author, Jonathan presents an MCLE-accredited program titled, "A Practical Guide to Corporate Restructuring" at law schools, law firms and industry conferences. He also serves as a panelist and guest speaker on a variety of topics at industry conferences and events.
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