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Michael Wheat joined Ropes & Gray’s business restructuring practice group in 2023. Michael’s practice focuses on advising debtors, ad hoc groups, and committees in all aspects of corporate restructuring and bankruptcy. Prior to joining the firm, Michael worked as a financial restructuring and bankruptcy associate at a national law firm.
Experience
- Represented TGI Friday’s Inc. and its affiliated debtors in their chapter 11 cases, including the sale of substantially all of their assets pursuant to section 363. TGI Friday’s and its affiliates own and operate a chain of casual dining restaurants throughout the country, offering classic American food and beverages.
- Represented Hearthside Foods and its affiliated debtors in their prearranged chapter 11 cases involving approximately $3.0 billion of funded debt. A world class food product manufacturer, Hearthside’s operations include 28 manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada, and approximately 12,000 employees.