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  • Bernadette Chillemi
  • Andrea Dobin
  • Michele M. Dudas
  • Sari B. Placona
  • Scott D. Platton
  • Joshua H. Raymond
  • Shoshana Schiff
  • Anthony Sodono, III
  • John Derek Stern
  • Joseph R. Zapata, Jr.

Bankruptcy Litigation

Overview

Bankruptcy cases often give rise to litigation that is unique to the Chapter 7 or Chapter 11 process, including objections to claims; preferential transfers, fraudulent conveyances, and other avoidable actions; challenges to the dischargeability of a debtor or certain debts; and contested disclosure statement and plan confirmation hearings.  Bankruptcy litigation is best conducted by bankruptcy litigators who are most familiar with the special laws, rules, practices and procedures applicable in bankruptcy court.

The firm’s attorneys have extensive experience in handling complex bankruptcy litigation.  They have successfully prosecuted numerous bankruptcy litigation cases including the recovery of a $5,000,000 jury trial verdict on behalf of a bankruptcy trustee.  Also, we have successfully prosecuted hundreds of preference and fraudulent conveyance actions and litigated stay relief motions and objections to discharge.

Who We Serve

  • Debtors
  • Trustees
  • Non-debtor Spouses
  • Trade Creditors
  • Lenders
  • Suppliers
  • Landlords
  • Principals
  • Employees
  • Asset Purchasers
  • Insurance Carriers
  • Government Entities 

Our Services

  • Claim challenges by debtor or bankrupt trustee
  • Challenge to a dischargeability of a debtt

Contact Us
For more information about our Bankruptcy Litigation services, please contact Anthony Sodono, III, Chair, Bankruptcy & Restructuring Group, at 973-721-5038.

News

01.21.26

Navigating Complex Disputes to Achieve Meaningful Results

Sometimes the path to resolution takes clients through unexpected and challenging territory.

After four days of a bench trial in Utica and Rome, NY, Anthony Sodono and Sari B. Placona secured a $7.7 million judgment for a client in a complex financial dispute that unfolded over six years. 

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01.01.26

Celebrating Sari B. Placona on Her Elevation to Member at MS&B

Sari B. Placona has been elevated to Member at MS&B, a well‑earned milestone that reflects her outstanding contributions to the firm and to the broader bankruptcy and restructuring community. 

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