Esther A. McKean

Skilled and strategic guidance through a complex business restructuring

Our company retained Esther McKean of Akerman to navigate a challenging Chapter 11 restructuring. While the process was daunting, Esther’s focused expertise in creditor rights and insolvency law provided a clear path forward. Her recognition by Best Lawyers in Bankruptcy Litigation was evident in her strategic approach to negotiating with our secured creditors and handling adversarial proceedings. She has a sharp, analytical mind and explained the nuances of the Miami bankruptcy court’s tendencies in a way that was incredibly helpful for our decision-making. Her background from Stetson and her two years of focused practice in this complex area meant she was thoroughly prepared for every hearing. The one area where we occasionally wished for more was in proactive communication timelines; sometimes updates came just as we were about to inquire, rather than slightly ahead of time. That said, when we did connect, her advice was always precise and actionable. Esther is a formidable advocate in a high-stakes arena, and I would confidently recommend her for any business facing financial distress or complex bankruptcy litigation.