This chapter examines the intricacies of liability management exercises in distressed companies, with a focus on Robert Shaw's bankruptcy. The speakers discuss creditor dynamics, litigation, and an innovative approach taken by Pluralsight in managing creditor relations after the pandemic.
Not all liability management deals are "violent"; in fact the majority of deals in 2024 have allowed for participation by non ad hoc group lenders who in the past had been entirely cut out of the economics of non pro rata priming transactions.
For this week's episode of Cloud 9fin, global head of distressed and restructuring Max Frumes, distressed legal analyst Jane Komsky, and private credit reporter Sami Vukelj walk through the world of liability management.
The discussion covers the benefits and limitations of this kinder, gentler LME trend, with a focus on the Pluralsight and AMC Entertainment transactions.