Landlords turn to Scott when their retail and restaurant tenants file for bankruptcy or default under their lease. Businesses of all sizes and types rely on Scott before and during a bankruptcy case to protect and enforce their rights, and they especially appreciate his practical, business-oriented advice that’s easy to understand.
When representing several landlord clients in the same case, Scott offers economies of scale while also providing customized guidance based on individual preferences. Having worked on virtually every recent major retail bankruptcy case across the country, he knows the major players and efficiently works through complex tasks with common issues while focusing on achieving the client’s specific goals.
Scott was drawn to bankruptcy law because of how well the practice fits with his style, as its unique blend of litigation and transactional work lends itself to negotiated results with an emphasis on efficiency. For example, Scott advised a client in connection with novel arguments a tenant made in their bankruptcy case, and instead of jumping into the fray, he recommended letting the process play out with other parties first. After the outcome Scott anticipated materialized, he was not only able to achieve a great result but also saved the client money by staying patient.
Prior to dedicating much of his practice to advising landlords in retail bankruptcies, Scott represented creditors’ committees, Chapter 7 trustees, individual creditors, debtor affiliates, and other constituents in complex bankruptcy matters. His wide-ranging experience gives him the tools to handle all types of bankruptcy engagements along with non-bankruptcy commercial litigation, such as helping landlords pursue evictions and recoveries from their tenants.