Clients choose Marc for his exceptional understanding of bankruptcy proceedings, his outstanding communication skills, and his ability to drive multiparty negotiations.
Overview
Marc’s deep experience as an operating trustee for Chapter 7 and 11 cases, as well as his work as litigation counsel for the Tax Division of the Department of Justice, make him a uniquely qualified and trusted advisor for clients in bankruptcy and state and federal tax matters.
Known as an excellent communicator, Marc is a Chambers USA-rated attorney who brings a wealth of inside knowledge of the bankruptcy system to bear on behalf of his debtor, creditor, lender and committee clients. His work as a bankruptcy trustee and a receiver in state court cases, as well as his role as operating trustee for numerous multifamily real estate projects, provides him with an experienced perspective of how diverse cases play out.
Experience
Energetic and adept at managing multiparty litigation, Marc represents debtors, creditor committees, lenders and other parties. Aided by his experience as a Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 operating trustee, Marc's clients benefit from his ability to leverage assets to their highest and best use, preserving value for those he represents.
Marc represents secured creditors and private lenders in bankruptcy cases, helping clients marshal assets. He has crafted joint plans of reorganization, and led litigation over asset sale and exploitation.
A frequent speaker, writer and lecturer both locally and abroad, Marc has a tangible passion for his local community, particularly in education, as well as international affairs, as evidenced by his work with George Washington University.
Active in a wide range of professional organizations, Marc was recently elected as the President of the National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees.
A member of the Studio Theater, one of the most exciting theatre companies in Washington, DC.
Very astute in representing parties in complex negotiations in reaching resolution and settlement of issues that seem at first blush unresolvable.
News & Insights
News
Publications
Co-Author, “Dealing with Difficult Debtors,” NABTalk, the publication of the National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees, Summer 2014
Co-Author, “Bankruptcy Auctions Present Opportunities to Acquire Energy Assets with Limited Risk,” SLS Insight, August 18, 2014
Recognitions
Recognitions
Recognized in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business in its Bankruptcy/Restructuring, 2015 - 2024
Washington DC Super Lawyers, Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights, 2012 - 2017, 2021, 2023 - Present
Recognized in 2015 with the Founders Award from World Affairs Council
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® list, Bankruptcy and Creditor-Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation-Bankruptcy, 2011 - 2025
Professional & Civic Activities
Professional & Civic Activities
Women Business Collaborative, Leaders Council
The Counsellors
District of Columbia Bar Association
American Bar Association
Virginia Bar Association
Walter Chandler Inn of Court, "Master"
National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees
American Bankruptcy Institute
George Washington University Law School Mentoring and Recruitment Program
George Washington University Museum Board Member
George Washington University's Columbian College Council
Studio Theater, Washington, DC Board Member
Real Estate Committee and Investment Committee
Honorary Producer of "Anyone Can Whistle," "Merchant of Venice," "Hair," "Sweeney Todd," and "Cradle will Rock" at George Washington University
Actor in "Rain Poncho" and "Laramie Project"
Practices & Industries
Admissions
- Pennsylvania, 1974 (inactive)
- District of Columbia, 1981
- Maryland, 1984
- Virginia, 1986
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1977
Education
George Washington University, J.D., 1973
Georgetown University, M.L.T., 1984
George Washington University, B.A., 1970
