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Peter William Lianides

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  • Newport Beach, CA
  • Licensed for 29 years
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About Peter

I am AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, and a 10 out of 10 rating by Avvo. I have also been selected as a "Superlawyer" for ten consecutive years in the field of bankruptcy law; and am a certified specialist in Bankruptcy Law by the California State Bar, Board of Legal Specialization.

I am a California native, and have been living and practicing in Orange County for 25 years.  My practice is dedicated exclusively to bankruptcy, insolvency and restructuring.  I primarily represent Chapter 11 debtors; but also represent trustees, creditors, committees and other parties in interest in bankruptcy proceedings.

Practice areas

  1. Chapter 11 bankruptcy: 75%

    My practice is primarily Chapter 11 debtor representation. However, I also represent trustee, creditors and parties in interest in bankruptcy proceedings.

    30 years

  2. Chapter 7 bankruptcy: 15%

    30 years

  3. Bankruptcy and debt: 10%

    30 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

Winthrop Couchot Golubow Hollander LLP

1301 Dove Street #500
Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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    CAActive199202/06/2022
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2014
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2013
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2012
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2011
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2009
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2008
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2007
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2006
    Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2005
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2004
    Certified Specialist - Bankruptcy LawState Bar of California1996
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    ShareholderWinthrop Couchot PC1995 - Present
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    State Bar of California, Board of Legal SpecializationCertified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law1996 - Present
    Orange County Bar Associationmember1992 - Present
    Orange County Bankruptcy Forummember1992 - Present
    publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI)Confirming a Chapter 11 Plan: The Challenges, Pitfalls and Opportunities2011
    American Bankruptcy Institute Newsletter (Volume 6, No. 3 March 2009)How Far Will Good Faith Get You in the Ninth Circuit After Clear Channel?2009
    American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI)Off the Deep End-The Demise of Deepening Insolvency2007
    ABA Business Bankruptcy CommitteeHow Not to Get Clobbered by Catapult! Ride Through the Unassumed Executory Contract2003
    Orange County Bankruptcy Forum"Debtor's Perspective ‑ Subtraction Cases Must Be Followed"1997
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Santa Clara UniversityMBA - Master of Business Administration1992
    Santa Clara Univ SOLJD - Juris Doctor1992
    University of California - Santa BarbaraMA - Masters1988
    Univ of California Santa CruzBA - Bachelor of Arts1987
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Financial Lawyers ConferenceWhat’s Termination Got To Do With It? Rejection after Sunbeam2012
    ABI Bankruptcy Battleground WestConfirming a Chapter 11 Plan: The Challenges, Pitfalls and Opportunities2011
    ABI Bankruptcy Battleground WestThe Precedential Debates: Differing Views on Section 506(b)’s Import on Interest, Fees, and Guarantees2008
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    Lawyer Jenny Lee

    Jenny Lee, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Thomas G. Mouzes

    Thomas Mouzes, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Peter is a great lawyer and a worthy opponent.

    Lawyer Jenny Lee

    Jenny Lee, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Thomas G. Mouzes

    Thomas Mouzes, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Peter is a great lawyer and a worthy opponent.

    Lawyer George Eadington

    George Eadington, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding analytical skills, knowledge of applicable laws and procedure coupled with superior advocacy skills.

    Lawyer Reid A. Winthrop

    Reid Winthrop, Chapter 11 bankruptcy Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

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    Sean O'Keefe, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Peter is a highly skilled, effective and honest attorney. He has my highest recommendation.

    Lawyer Harlene Miller

    Harlene Miller, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 22, 2017
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. First met Peter years ago as opposing counsel on a matter. He was terrific to work with, and good settlement was reached. Very knowledgeable.

    Lawyer Marc Clement Forsythe

    Marc Forsythe, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 22, 2017
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