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Articles 22 results

3.01.23

Distressed Business' Alternatives To Bankruptcy

Gary Segal, Deborah Williamson, and Paulina Garga-Chmiel authored the article, "Distressed Business' Alternatives To Bankruptcy," which was published in The Review of Banking & Financial Services. In…

7.01.22

Assignments for the Benefits of Creditors: Texas

Deborah Williamson and Alexandria Rahn bylined the Practical Law article, “Assignments for the Benefits of Creditors: Texas.” The article serves as a Q&A guide addressing the process by which…

Spring 2022

UCC Article 9 Sales: Texas

Deborah Williamson and Jacob Burkholder authored the Practical Law article, “UCC Article 9 Sales: Texas.” In the article, Williamson and Burkholder provide a Q&A guide to UCC Article 9 Sales in Texas.

Blog Posts 5 results

6.21.23

Supreme Court Ruling on Bankruptcy Code May Have Far-Reaching Implications for Tribal Business Arrangements

On June 15, 2023, the Supreme Court held that the Bankruptcy Code unambiguously abrogates the sovereign immunity of federally recognized Indian tribes. Therefore, tribes may not raise sovereign…

4.17.23

Distressed Business’ Alternatives to Bankruptcy: An Overview of Out-of-Court Workout Options

Distressed businesses that are facing severe financial difficulties often think that only bankruptcy, whether a Chapter 11 reorganization or Chapter 7 liquidation, can solve their problems. While…

5.05.20

Are Debtors Eligible to Receive PPP Loans? Bankrupt Companies and the SBA Wage War Over Critical CARES Act Program Eligibility

The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is one of two business loan programs created under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act to assist companies by extending potentially…

Dykema Drives Auto Webinars 1 result

3.14.24

Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Supply Chain (Part I) and Financial Distress (Part II)

During this webinar, we will provide insights on legal and tactical considerations as companies think about supply chain disruption and solutions and financial distress in the automotive industry.

Events 1 result

5.18.16

The Eagle Ford Impact: Regional Economic Conditions Affecting Texas Banks, San Antonio, Texas

Matured oil wells and depressed oil prices have impacted not just drillers and landmen in the Eagle Ford Shale region of Texas, but regional and community banks as well. Banks are also dealing with a…

Press Mentions 25 results

9.18.25

32 Dykema Attorneys Named to Texas Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists for 2025

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 15 of its Texas-based attorneys—from multiple practice areas—were named to the 2025 Texas Super Lawyers list by Texas Super Lawyers Magazine.…

11.01.21

25 Dykema Attorneys Named “Top Attorneys in San Antonio: 2021” by San Antonio Magazine

Dykema is proud to announce that 25 of its attorneys were selected "Top Attorneys in San Antonio: 2021” by San Antonio Magazine. The list of all honorees is published in the November 2021 issue of the…

5.11.21

Deborah Williamson Interviewed by ABI #IndustryViewpoints About Oil and Gas Industry

Deborah Williamson, San Antonio-based Leader of Dykema’s Bankruptcy Practice Group, was interviewed by American Bankruptcy Institute Editor-at-Large Bill Rochelle on the latest episode ABI…

Press Releases 66 results

8.21.25

210 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 210 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 guide and the Best…

6.05.25

Dykema Earns 18 Practice Area Rankings and 35 Individual Rankings in Chambers USA 2025

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that it received 35 individual attorney rankings and 18 practice area rankings in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for…

5.05.25

Dykema Crosses Borders and Practices to Secure $30M+ Acquisition for Managed Network Systems, Inc.

Dykema proudly congratulates Zhone Technologies, Inc., on its successful acquisition of key assets from DZS Inc. through a Chapter 7 bankruptcy proceeding in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern…

Publications 2 results

2.14.24

2024 Automotive Trends

Dykema’s 2nd Annual Automotive Trends Report has taken the pulse of industry leaders—from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers to seasoned executives and key decision-makers—to…

10.26.23

10 Bankruptcy Litigation Tips For In-House Counsel

The past year has witnessed an intriguing development in the field of bankruptcy, marked by a rise in filings across various chapters. Alison Ashmore, Jeffrey Fine, and Deborah Williamson break down…

Speaking Engagements 29 results

11.19.25

Hail to the Chiefs!

Deborah Williamson will serve as a featured presenter at the University of Texas Law’s 44th Annual Jay L. Westbrook Bankruptcy Conference, which will take place November 19-21 in Austin, Mich.

10.28.24

Getting to the Gavel: Selling Assets

Deborah Williamson will serve as a featured presenter at the NAFER 2024 Annual Conference, which takes place Oct. 27-29. Her presentation, "Getting to the Gavel: Selling Assets," is scheduled for…

6.18.24

Best Practices – Litigation and Courtroom Skills

Deborah Williamson will serve as a featured presenter at the ABI’s 31st Annual Central States Bankruptcy Workshop – Chicago, which takes place June 17-19, 2024. Williamson will present "Best Practices…

Webinars 5 results

4.18.24

Best Practices for Avoiding Collections Issues, Securing Payments - Presented by Dykema

Lance Boldrey and Deborah Williamson will co-present the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency webinar, "Best Practices for Avoiding Collections Issues, Securing Payments - Presented by Dykema."

5.04.22

Receivership Pre-Cana: What to Expect from the Agency-Receiver Relationship

Dykema’s Deborah Williamson will present in NAFER’s program, “Receivership Pre-Cana: What to Expect from the Agency-Receiver Relationship,” on May 4, 2022. Attendees of the program will learn valuable…

11.20.20

Cross-Border Communication – Getting the Message Across, American Bankruptcy Institute International Insolvency Forum

Deborah Williamson, San Antonio-based Member and leader of Dykema’s Bankruptcy Practice Group, will join the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) International Insolvency Forum to speak in the session,…