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Milbank LLP Enhances Financial Restructuring Group with Lisa Laukitis

Milbank LLP has made a significant addition to its New York office, announcing that Lisa Laukitis has joined as a partner in the Financial Restructuring Group. Her joining is expected to further strengthen the firm’s already prominent position in the field of financial restructuring.

Scott Edelman, Chairman of Milbank, expressed excitement over Laukitis' addition, noting her extensive experience in advising clients on high-profile corporate workouts, both inside and outside the courtroom. According to Edelman, the firm is looking forward to leveraging her expertise to bolster its capabilities in handling complex restructuring matters.

With a career spanning over 25 years, Laukitis has a wealth of experience in various facets of corporate restructurings. Her primary focus has been on guiding companies through various restructuring scenarios, especially out-of-court situations and Chapter 11 cases. She has been instrumental in representing private equity firms and hedge funds in their investments and acquisitions of distressed entities.

Throughout her career, Laukitis has represented a diverse range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, retail, consumer products, metals and mining, automotive, energy, and shipping. This breadth of experience equips her to address the unique challenges faced by companies in different sectors, particularly during times of financial distress.

Dennis Dunne, Global Chair of Milbank's Financial Restructuring Group, highlighted Laukitis’ reputation as a trusted advisor, noting that she has developed a loyal following of clients who rely on her sharp legal insight combined with a pragmatic approach to their most challenging situations. His confidence in her abilities reflects Laukitis' track record of dealing with intricate issues, making her a valuable asset to the firm.

In her recent endeavors, Laukitis has played a pivotal role in several out-of-court restructurings for multibillion-dollar companies, with a sharp focus on managing mass tort liabilities. Her experience also includes notable Chapter 11 representations, such as LL Flooring (formerly known as Lumber Liquidators), Endo Pharmaceuticals, and the Chapter 11 Trustee of China Fishery Group. Additionally, she has vast experience in managing complex cross-border restructurings, directly impacting cases like those involving Markel CATCo Reinsurance Fund and E-House China Enterprise Holdings.

Furthermore, Laukitis has represented various ad hoc creditor groups, solidifying her position as a formidable presence in the field. Reflecting on her new role, Laukitis expressed her long-standing admiration for Milbank's leading restructuring practice, signaling her enthusiasm about collaborating with an esteemed team on crucial client matters.

Prior to her arrival at Milbank LLP, Laukitis was a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, where she honed her skills in corporate restructuring, building a solid foundation for her subsequent role at Milbank.

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