Motels of America - Chapter 11
2003
Representation of the operator of approximately 100 budget motel properties that were forced to file for Chapter 11 after the lead lender declared a default on $130 million mortgage loan. Successfully stabilized company operations in Chapter 11, commenced litigation against the lender in bankruptcy court, which led to the consensual refinancing of the debtor's operations with a new lender and payment in full to all creditors. Negotiated and documented new $130 million exit financing facility. (Prior firm experience)