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Hastening recovery for creditors. Recently Jonathan argued successfully for the consolidation of more than 100 non-debtor entities into two debtors’ estates in re American National Mortgage Partners. This resulted in a substantial savings for the debtors’ estates, which greatly increased the pool of assets for recovery by the creditors and accelerated the confirmation plan process.

Helping recoup millions in Enron bankruptcy. While working for one of New York City's prominent bankruptcy law firms,  Jonathan acted as co-counsel for  the Enron Corporation during it's Chapter 11 case.  He assisted in the commencement and litigation of over 1,000 avoidance actions on behalf of Enron, seeking returns of transfers amounting to more than $650 million.

“I’m able to use my background as a CPA to better understand my clients’ business needs associated with legal matters. This expertise allows me to recommend a strategy that will benefit their business overall.”

“I always wanted to become an attorney since first studying for my B.S. in accounting and finance. To me, accounting is the language of business, and law is the means that enables business to survive and flourish in the world. Consequently, for me, it was a natural progression into law.”

• Certified public accountant: corporate audits and securities.
• Chapter 11 bankruptcy emphasis includes debtor, creditor, and creditors' committee representation.
• Experienced in business transactions, including stock purchase, partnership, shareholders, loan, security, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Lead counsel on litigation in jurisdictions nationwide; coordinated, directed, and managed litigation with local counsel nationally.
• Litigation experience includes AAA and NASD arbitrations.

Fordham University, Arizona Alumni Contact
Arizona State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section, Member
American Bankruptcy Institute, Member
Pardes School Finance Committee
American Civil Liberties Union, Member