What's Happening?
Kayci Hines has joined McGuireWoods as counsel in its restructuring and insolvency practice group in New York. Previously, Hines was part of the Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division.
During her tenure, she managed the representation of federal agencies in significant Chapter 11 environmental and energy insolvencies, including the largest offshore oil and gas bankruptcies in U.S. history. Her role involved advising DOJ and agency officials on various environmental and energy-related bankruptcies and regulatory issues. Additionally, she represented unsecured creditor committees and large individual creditors in Chapter 11 and 15 bankruptcies.
Why It's Important?
Hines' move to McGuireWoods is significant as it brings her extensive experience in handling complex bankruptcy cases, particularly in the environmental and energy sectors, to the firm. Her expertise in managing large-scale insolvencies and advising on regulatory issues will likely enhance McGuireWoods' capabilities in these areas. This transition could also impact the firm's ability to attract and manage high-profile cases, potentially influencing the legal landscape for environmental and energy-related bankruptcies. Stakeholders in these sectors may find her insights and experience valuable in navigating the complexities of insolvency and restructuring.
