What's Happening?
J. Logan Rappaport has joined Hinshaw & Culbertson as a partner in its consumer financial services practice group in New York. Rappaport's expertise includes corporate workouts, out-of-court restructuring, Chapter 11 reorganizations, and creditors’ rights litigation in state and federal courts. He also handles asset liquidations under Chapter 7 and state law, and complex matters under the US Bankruptcy Code. Rappaport represents national banks, asset-backed lenders, estate fiduciaries, equipment finance and leasing companies, and alternative finance lenders in the merchant cash advance space. He previously worked at Bronster LLP.
Why It's Important?
Rappaport's appointment is significant for Hinshaw & Culbertson as it strengthens their consumer financial services practice, particularly in New York, a major financial hub. His experience in handling complex bankruptcy and restructuring cases will be valuable to the firm's clients, including banks and financial institutions. This move could enhance the firm's ability to navigate the intricate legal landscape of financial services, potentially attracting more high-profile clients and cases. It reflects the firm's strategic focus on expanding its expertise in financial services law.
