Lenders turn to Michael when they need unwavering help with troubled borrowers.
Many clients that Michael counsels find themselves as creditors on troubled loans to distressed and insolvent borrowers. Michael takes a straightforward, no-nonsense approach, seeking to maximize recoveries for these lending institutions, while minimizing their time and fees. Michael's advocacy often results in enforcing loans, crafting workouts and representing lenders in state and federal courts (including bankruptcy proceedings) on matters involving defunct borrowers.
Michael also works proactively to counsel clients on avoiding or mitigating exposure to bankruptcy avoidance actions such as preferential transfers and constructively fraudulent conveyances, a process that frequently offers time- and cost-savings benefits. His work includes the development of Pref-Defend—a proprietary program used to efficiently defend preferential transfer claims for which Michael was given a Top Legal Innovation Award. He is one of just a handful of attorneys in Missouri and Kansas who are board certified in Business Bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification.*
Clients appreciate Michael's reputation as a thought leader. He has authored over 30 articles nationally and internationally and given more than 60 presentations. His recent writings and speaking engagements illuminate issues central to banks and other lending institutions wrestling with troubled loans.
*The American Board of Certification’s Business Bankruptcy certification program is accredited by the American Bar Association. Neither the Supreme Court of Missouri nor The Missouri Bar reviews or approves certifying organizations or special designations.