McDermott Adds Five-Lawyer Restructuring Team from Katten (1)

McDermott Will & Emery is adding a five-lawyer group from Katten Muchin Rosenman to its restructuring and insolvency practice in Dallas as the economic effects of the coronavirus crisis bring more bankruptcy work for Big Law firms.

Katten partner Charles “Chuck” Gibbs leads the team joining McDermott, and will head its Dallas-based restructuring practice. Mark Patterson and Eric Seitz are also making the move from Katten joining as counsel along with two associates.

Gibbs is just the latest partner to join McDermott’s restructuring and insolvency practice over the last year as the threat of an economic downturn prompted some firms ...