National law firm Husch Blackwell announced the continued expansion of its Insolvency & Commercial Bankruptcy practice with the addition of Lucas Schneider as a partner. Based in Denver, Schneider joins Husch Blackwell from Stinson.
Schneider is a seasoned attorney focusing on creditors’ rights and restructuring, with significant experience representing clients in the agriculture, utilities, and financial services industries in bankruptcy and receivership cases. He regularly counsels creditors before bankruptcy filings, pursuing pre-petition remedies such as foreclosures and state-court receiverships, developing strategic plans, and representing clients in subsequent bankruptcy and creditor disputes.
“Lucas brings valuable depth to our insolvency and commercial bankruptcy team at a time when these services are in high demand,” said John Cruciani, Husch Blackwell partner and leader of the Insolvency & Commercial Bankruptcy practice. “His former background as in-house counsel will also be a tremendous asset to our clients. We are excited to welcome him to the firm.”
Schneider has more than 13 years of law firm experience, three years as associate general counsel at a Fortune 200 telecommunications company, and has also served as a special prosecutor for two district attorneys’ offices. His in-house legal experience provides him with unique insight into the needs of internal stakeholders and building consensus on complex issues, enabling clients to navigate decision-making processes more effectively.
“Husch Blackwell’s commercial restructuring practice is highly regarded, and I’m excited to join a team focused intently on growth,” Schneider said. “My clients will benefit from the firm’s national reach and deep knowledge of the agribusiness industry.”
Schneider’s arrival follows the firm’s continued investment in the Insolvency & Commercial Bankruptcy team, including the addition of Austin-based partner Tara LeDay, in April 2025. He is the second addition in Denver in a week following the arrival of former colleague Ryan Sugden.