Ethan Trotz advises independent directors, secured lenders, unsecured creditors, companies in financial distress, shareholders, and other clients on a wide range of restructuring and insolvency matters, both in and out of court. He has helped stakeholders navigate large, complex Chapter 11 cases, receiverships, assignments for the benefit of creditors, foreclosures and other proceedings.  

Ethan also regularly works with clients on matters involving digital assets, cryptocurrencies, and distributed ledger/blockchain technology. In addition to working at Katten, Ethan served as in-house counsel for a large bank in its commercial banking segment.

Experienced in transactional and litigation matters, Ethan has represented special committees and independent directors in conducting comprehensive investigations in connection with historical claims and causes of action. In addition, he has helped secured lenders and unsecured creditors maximize value through the restructuring process, whether through asset sales or strategic negotiations. Ethan’s insolvency experience stretches abroad, including Chapter 15 cases in Canada.