August 5, 2026
Publication: DCQ Podcast Special Sits
Kobre & Kim's Daniel J. Saval was recently featured on Episode 21 of the DCQ Podcast Special Sits. In this conversation with Peter Declercq, Dan reflects on his journey from a young lawyer without a clear interest in bankruptcy law to a practitioner focused on cross-border restructurings, insolvency disputes, and asset recovery matters. He discusses how early experiences in Chapter 11 proceedings shaped his approach to complex restructuring disputes, the growing importance of cross-border strategies, and the developments that have transformed the restructuring landscape over the past two decades.
- How early Chapter 11 proceedings, including landmark valuation disputes, shaped his approach to complex financial matters
- The rise of private equity, private credit, liability management transactions, and increasingly sophisticated distressed debt/special situations investors
- Why cross-border disputes often require coordinated action across multiple jurisdictions
- Kobre & Kim's conflict-free model and its application to cross-border insolvency proceedings, asset recovery campaigns, independent investigations, and restructuring-related disputes
- The importance of relationships, judgment, adaptability, and continuous learning in navigating complex situations
Listen to the full episode here.