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Todd Dressel
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Todd Dressel

Partner at McGuireWoods LLP

San Francisco, California

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Specialties & Experience

Bankruptcy

About Todd Dressel — Partner at McGuireWoods LLP in San Francisco, California

Todd Dressel is a partner at McGuireWoods LLP, where he serves as the managing partner of the firm’s San Francisco office. He is also a key member of the firm’s Restructuring and Insolvency Practice Group. For over two decades, Todd Dressel has provided counsel to financial institutions navigating complex workout, restructuring, and bankruptcy matters. His experience also extends to defending clients against a range of litigation, including fiduciary, class action, and other commercial disputes in state and federal courts across the United States. Furthermore, he is adept at addressing mass arbitration schemes. In all litigation and insolvency matters, Todd Dressel focuses on achieving effective results for his clients through innovative and strategic methods. He represents financial institutions, funds, indenture trustees, institutional investors, and various other creditors, including official and ad hoc committees, in both in-court and out-of-court settings. Todd advises clients from the initial signs of distress through the entire bankruptcy process, which includes addressing adequate protection and stay relief, asset sales, DIP financing, and plan confirmation. He also handles the pursuit and defense of commercial claims such as breach of fiduciary duty, foreclosure actions, breach of contract, and general commercial and class litigation. Todd began his legal career with a judicial clerkship for Judge Merlyn H. Hoyt and later served as a prosecutor in the Nevada Office of the Attorney General Special Prosecutions Unit, building a strong foundation for his advocacy in federal and state jury trials, commercial and municipal bankruptcy matters, and circuit court arguments.

Location & Contact

San Francisco, California

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Todd Dressel located?

Todd Dressel is located in San Francisco, California.

What areas of law does Todd Dressel practice?

Todd Dressel practices in the area of Bankruptcy law. His work involves advising financial institutions through complex workout, restructuring, and bankruptcy matters.

He also handles commercial claims, including breach of fiduciary, foreclosure actions, breach of contract, and general commercial and class litigation.

Is Todd Dressel part of a law firm?

Yes, Todd Dressel is a partner at McGuireWoods LLP, where he also serves as the managing partner of the firm's San Francisco office.

How can I schedule a consultation with Todd Dressel?

To schedule a consultation with Todd Dressel, please refer to the contact options available on this page.

More about Todd Dressel

  • Practice Areas

    Bankruptcy

    Bankruptcy law in San Francisco, California, involves a complex set of federal regulations designed to help individuals and businesses address overwhelming debt. For financial institutions, funds, and other creditors, navigating these waters requires a sophisticated understanding of legal rights and obligations. Common situations include debtors filing for Chapter 7, Chapter 11, or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, which can impact asset recovery, loan repayment, and ongoing business operations. A skilled bankruptcy attorney San Francisco can guide creditors through the intricate processes of adequate protection, stay relief, asset sales, and plan confirmation. Whether representing official or ad hoc committees of creditors, or working with institutional investors, the goal is to protect financial interests and maximize recovery. The involvement of an experienced bankruptcy lawyer San Francisco California is crucial for understanding the nuances of these cases, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and developing strategic approaches to achieve favorable outcomes for clients facing financial distress or seeking to resolve commercial disputes within the context of insolvency.

  • Serving San Francisco and the Surrounding Areas

    Todd Dressel is dedicated to serving clients throughout San Francisco, California, and the broader Bay Area. His practice is rooted in a deep understanding of the local legal and economic landscape, enabling him to provide relevant and effective counsel to financial institutions and other entities facing complex legal challenges. Whether dealing with bankruptcy proceedings or commercial litigation, clients in San Francisco and the surrounding communities can rely on his experience and commitment to achieving positive results. As an attorney in San Francisco, California, he is committed to upholding the highest standards of legal representation for those he serves.

  • Consultation

    If you are a financial institution, fund, indenture trustee, institutional investor, or another creditor seeking experienced legal counsel in bankruptcy or commercial litigation matters, we invite you to connect with Todd Dressel. He is prepared to discuss your specific needs and outline how his approach can help you navigate complex legal challenges. To learn more or to arrange an initial discussion, please use the contact options available on this page.

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