DAVID M. EISENBERG, shareholder, is an accomplished bankruptcy practitioner who understands how the nuances of the law intersect with the dynamics at play between distressed business debtors, their creditors, and other constituencies. With a candid, straightforward style and an eye for finding a clear path out of the thicket of insolvency for creditors and debtors alike, David has amassed an impressive record of success that has protected clients’ interests in a wide range of complex and contested bankruptcy matters.
A member of the firm’s Bankruptcy, Restructuring, and Debtor-Creditor Rights group as well as its Financial Services and Real Property Litigation group, David recognizes that his role is to add value and maximize recoveries for clients that find themselves at risk because of insolvency or bankruptcy. While he has represented many debtors and receivers over the course of his career, David focuses his practice on protecting and advancing the interests of creditors.
David’s experience spans the full spectrum of matters and forums where multiple parties with divergent objectives must find common ground and mutually acceptable solutions, delivering optimal outcomes for his clients. Whether in bankruptcy court, litigation in district or state courts, or in out-of-court workouts and restructurings, David’s ability to identify core issues and interests and effectively advocate for his clients without alienating other parties has facilitated countless favorable resolutions in even the most seemingly intractable matters. This includes lift of bankruptcy stay actions, defense of preference and avoidance actions, and objections to the discharge of debt.
Responsive and relationship-driven, David acts as a true counselor to his clients, working closely with them to fully understand their businesses, concerns, and goals. He has represented suppliers, contractors, and union fringe benefit funds in the construction industry, as well as receivers appointed in matters instituted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He also leverages his knowledge and insights to engage in pro bono representation of bankruptcy debtors in non-dischargeability proceedings.
David’s peers have repeatedly and consistently recognized him for his professional accomplishments, including him on multiple Super Lawyers® and Best Lawyers in America lists in the areas of business bankruptcy, creditor-debtor rights, and insolvency and reorganization law.
