Haynes Boone

Overview

Haynes and Boone, LLP is a major American law firm whose Restructuring Practice Group is consistently ranked among the top bankruptcy practices in the country. The firm is particularly renowned for its expertise in energy sector bankruptcies, having represented debtors and creditors in dozens of oil and gas, power, and renewable energy restructurings. Haynes Boone's restructuring attorneys handle Chapter 11 reorganizations, out-of-court workouts, receiverships, and distressed asset acquisitions. The firm's Texas roots give it deep connections to the energy industry, while its national footprint allows it to handle cases across all major bankruptcy jurisdictions.

Strengths

• +Top-ranked restructuring practice with deep energy sector expertise
• +Represented parties in dozens of major oil and gas bankruptcy cases
• +Handles both debtor and creditor-side representation across industries
• +Strong Texas presence with deep connections to energy courts and judges
• +Full-service firm offers integrated tax, litigation, and regulatory support

Considerations

• -Premium hourly rates typical of AmLaw 100 firms
• -Not available for consumer bankruptcy cases
• -Energy sector focus may mean less depth in other industry verticals
• -Retainer requirements are substantial for Chapter 11 engagements

Best For

• *Oil and gas company facing declining revenues that needs Chapter 11 restructuring by energy sector experts
• *Real estate developer seeking to restructure commercial mortgage debt through bankruptcy
• *Creditor in an energy bankruptcy case seeking experienced representation on the creditor committee