Brad C. Knapp

Brad C. Knapp is a partner at Troutman Pepper Locke in New Orleans who focuses on bankruptcy, restructuring, litigation, and matters involving the energy and financial services industries. He represents Chapter 11 debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, creditors’ committees, purchasers of distressed assets, and other parties in insolvency-related proceedings. His work also includes bankruptcy litigation and regulatory issues that affect businesses facing financial pressure or complex disputes.

Knapp earned his J.D., cum laude, from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law in 2007, where he served on the International Law Review. He received his B.A., summa cum laude, from Southwestern University in 2004 and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. His academic training provides a foundation for analyzing financial structures, litigation risks, and the legal issues that arise in restructuring and distressed-business matters.

Knapp has worked on significant bankruptcy and restructuring matters involving debtors, creditors, committees, and asset purchasers. His experience includes energy-sector matters, bankruptcy proceedings involving large corporate debtors, and litigation tied to distressed assets and regulatory obligations. He has also handled issues involving federal energy regulators and agencies, giving him experience where financial distress, commercial disputes, and industry-specific regulatory requirements intersect.

Brad C. Knapp has been recognized by Chambers USA for Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Louisiana and by The Best Lawyers in America for bankruptcy and creditor-debtor rights matters. His practice combines courtroom experience with restructuring strategy and industry knowledge. He helps clients evaluate risk, protect financial interests, and pursue practical solutions when insolvency, litigation, regulation, or a distressed transaction creates significant business challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Troutman Pepper Locke LLP
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, Louisiana State Bar Association
• Inaugural member, Institute for Energy Law Leadership Class
• Member, Southwestern University board of visitors
• Float captain, Krewe of Tucks

Licensed State

• Texas
• Louisiana

Education

• Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD) Cum Laude
• Southwestern University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) Summa Cum Laude

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