Michael C. Markham

A Lifeline in Complex Corporate Restructuring

Our mid-sized manufacturing company faced an existential crisis when a key supplier's collapse threatened to drag us into insolvency. The situation was legally dense, involving intertwined secured creditor claims and potential preference actions. We were referred to Michael Markham at Johnson, Pope, Bokor, Ruppel & Burns, and it was the best decision we made. With 37 years of deep, focused experience in bankruptcy and insolvency litigation, Michael immediately projected a calm, commanding understanding of the landscape. He didn't just see the immediate fire; he mapped out a strategic path through the entire reorganization process. His representation of both debtors and creditors, as noted in his professional recognitions, gave him a invaluable, balanced perspective. He anticipated opposing counsel's moves and crafted defenses that protected our assets. Michael and his team navigated the litigation with exceptional skill, securing a favorable settlement that allowed us to restructure our obligations and continue operations. His professionalism was unwavering, and he made complex legal concepts accessible to our non-legal management team. For any business navigating the treacherous waters of creditor rights or corporate distress in Tampa, Michael C. Markham is the definitive expert. His decades of experience at one firm translate into a profound, practical wisdom that is simply irreplaceable.