Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights

Financial distress can put repayment and collateral at risk before a bankruptcy is filed. We help creditors evaluate their options and take timely action to preserve value.

Our focus

Financial distress can quickly disrupt a business. A borrower defaults, or a customer stops paying. These situations often require immediate action to preserve collateral and protect contractual rights. We advise clients on assessing their options early and developing strategies that support both immediate and ongoing goals.

We represent secured and unsecured creditors throughout bankruptcy proceedings and insolvency matters. Our attorneys routinely handle relief from the automatic stay, preference litigation, commercial foreclosures, and receiverships. When litigation becomes necessary, we advocate for our clients in bankruptcy and state courts.

Many financial disputes can be resolved before they reach a courtroom. We advise creditors, lenders, and other stakeholders on negotiated workouts, foreclosure proceedings, and other alternatives that preserve value while reducing disruption. By combining bankruptcy and litigation experience, we evaluate options and pursue strategies that align with your business goals.

Our representation often continues after a judgment or bankruptcy proceeding concludes. We assist clients with commercial collections and judgment enforcement while evaluating insolvency risks throughout the process. Our bankruptcy experience also informs negotiations involving contracts, leases, and other commercial agreements, protecting your interests before financial challenges escalate.

We represent a range of clients in financial distress matters, including:

  • Commercial lenders and financial institutions
  • Landlords and equipment lessors
  • Suppliers and trade creditors
  • Borrowers and businesses facing financial challenges

We advise clients on matters including:

  • Bankruptcy proceedings and creditor representation
  • Relief from the automatic stay
  • Preference and fraudulent transfer litigation
  • Commercial foreclosures and receiverships
  • Article 9 secured transactions and collateral enforcement
  • Assignments for the benefit of creditors
  • UCC sales and negotiated workouts
  • Commercial collections and judgment enforcement
  • Lease assumption and rejection
  • Statewide replevin actions throughout all 67 counties in Pennsylvania

Key Contacts

Rick Grams

Rick M. Grams

Represents and advises property managers and owners on residential and commercial leasing matters, including lease drafting, litigation, and fair housing.

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