Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole, LLP

Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole, LLP is known for results-driven representation in business and commercial law, bankruptcy, and corporate litigation. The firm blends large-firm experience with boutique attention, helping clients address complex disputes, distressed business issues, fiduciary duty claims, and high-stakes proceedings. Seasoned practitioners bring trial experience, practical judgment, and national reach to matters involving sophisticated companies, committees, creditors, debtors, investors, and other business stakeholders seeking focused legal direction when pressure, risk, and timing demand decisive counsel and steady guidance nationwide.

Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole, LLP delivers personalized legal solutions by learning each client’s business, objectives, risks, and dispute posture before shaping a strategy. The firm emphasizes efficiency, avoiding wasted effort while pursuing maximum productivity and meaningful results. Thorough preparation supports every stage of representation, from early case assessment and negotiations to discovery, motion practice, trial readiness, bankruptcy hearings, and appellate concerns. This disciplined approach helps align legal tactics with commercial realities and supports practical decisions in complex matters and negotiations.

Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole, LLP offers deep expertise across bankruptcy, restructuring, commercial litigation, corporate disputes, fiduciary litigation, books and records actions, and business controversies. The firm has represented parties in Chapter 11 proceedings, including Juno, once New York City’s third-largest ride-hailing service. Litigation experience includes defending special committee members of NASDAQ-traded China Auto against breach of fiduciary duty claims, with settlement approval and a substantial reduction in plaintiff attorneys’ fees, reflecting strong courtroom judgment and negotiation skill in disputes nationwide.

Chipman Brown Cicero & Cole, LLP is recognized for skilled advocacy, strategic thinking, and strong preparation in demanding business matters. The firm’s industry recognition includes Chambers ranking in the USA, an M&A Advisor Turnaround Award, and Best Law Firms® ranking in 2026. With offices in Wilmington and New York, the firm serves clients facing bankruptcy complexities, corporate conflicts, and commercial litigation. Its work reflects careful planning, deep experience, and tailored advocacy aimed at successful outcomes in serious business disputes nationwide.