Michael J. Merchant

Michael J. Merchant focuses primarily on the areas of bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, representing debtors and creditors in all aspects of chapter 11 cases. He is a director in the firm’s Bankruptcy & Corporate Restructuring Department.

Mike has experience in a variety of business segments, including subprime mortgage lending, retail, manufacturing and telecommunications.

In law school, Mike served as editor-in-chief of the Villanova Sports & Entertainment Law Journal.

Representative Experience

• Linens ‘n Things, Inc.
• QiMonda
• Gottschalks Inc.
• New Century Financial Corporation
• Resmae Mortgage Corporation
• Vertis Holdings, Inc.
• Three A’s Holdings (Tower Records)
• Teleglobe Communications Corp.
• Friedman’s Jewelry, Inc.
• NationsRent, Inc.

Professional and Community Activities

• Member, American Bankruptcy Institute
• Member, Turnaround Management Association
• Member, American Bar Association