Weakening lender protections, restructuring trends and ESG talk with Mayer Brown’s Lucy Kweskin

Lucy Kweskin, a Partner at Mayer Brown specializing in corporate restructurings, dives into the shifting landscape of lender protections and restructuring trends. She discusses the post-pandemic evolution of bankruptcy practices, highlighting the balance between debtor leniency and stricter standards. Kweskin addresses the risks of excessive leverage in competitive capital markets and how ESG factors are reshaping strategies. Additionally, she sheds light on the progress and challenges women face in the restructuring field, showcasing their unique contributions to this traditionally male-dominated sector.