Practicing Law Institute's Bankruptcy & Reorganizations 2026: Current Developments

The Practising Law Institute (PLI) is hosting its annual program, "Bankruptcy & Reorganizations 2026: Current Developments," on April 7, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EDT. This event will take place at PLI's New York Conference Center, located at 1177 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10036. PLI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing high-quality, accredited continuing legal education programs to professionals in the legal industry.

The program will cover a range of critical topics in bankruptcy and reorganization law. One of the featured sessions, "Liability Management and Other Pre-Petition Transactions," scheduled from 10:15 AM to 11:15 AM ET, will delve into the enforceability of pre-petition liability management transactions, litigation challenges arising before and after bankruptcy filings, and the impact of these exercises on future restructurings and Chapter 11 plans. The discussion will also address the role of the Unsecured Creditors' Committee and other key stakeholders in related claims litigation.

Notable speakers for this session include Theresa Foudy, Partner at Morrison Foerster; William Clareman, Partner at Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison; Susheel Kirpalani, Partner at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan; and Leon Szlezinger, Managing Director & Co-Head of Debt Advisory & Restructuring at Jefferies. Their combined expertise will provide attendees with valuable insights into current developments and strategic considerations in the field.

This program is designed for legal professionals involved in bankruptcy and reorganization matters, including attorneys, financial advisors, and consultants. Attendees will benefit from in-depth analyses of recent trends, case studies, and practical guidance to navigate complex issues in this evolving area of law.