Robert Michael Fishman
Shaw Gussis Fishman Glantz Wolfson & Towbin LLC • Chicago, IL
BusinessPersonal InjuryRestructuring
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Contact
Email
Phone
(312) 625-5381
Address
321 North Clark Street Suite 800, Chicago, IL, 60610, US
Professional
About
Robert Michael Fishman is a seasoned attorney with Shaw Gussis Fishman Glantz Wolfson & Towbin LLC in Chicago, where he represents clients in Chapter 11 bankruptcy and business matters. Based at 321 North Clark Street, Suite 800, he brings a strategic, practical approach to complex financial and commercial challenges, helping clients navigate high-stakes issues with clarity and confidence. His practice is focused on guiding businesses through restructuring matters, creditor negotiations, and other insolvency-related concerns while keeping client objectives at the center of every engagement. With extensive experience in Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Robert Michael Fishman understands the pressure that financial distress can place on business owners, stakeholders, and management teams. He works closely with clients to develop solutions tailored to their goals, whether they are seeking to preserve operations, protect assets, or resolve disputes efficiently. His business law background further supports his ability to address the broader legal and operational considerations that often arise during restructuring and turnaround efforts. Known for his thoughtful counsel and responsive client service, Robert Michael Fishman is committed to delivering legal guidance that is both practical and effective. He approaches each matter with diligence, professionalism, and a strong understanding of the challenges businesses face in today’s environment. Clients value his ability to provide clear direction in complex situations and to advocate for their interests with determination and care.
About Business Law
Business law attorneys advise companies on legal matters including formation, contracts, compliance, and transactions. They help businesses navigate regulatory requirements and protect their interests. Common matters include business formation, contract drafting, mergers and acquisitions, commercial disputes.
Credentials
Education
1979 George Washington University National Law Center JD - Juris Doctor 1976 University of Illinois BA
Recognition & Involvement
Publications
2008 Norton Annual Survey of Bankruptcy Law What is Your Interest in Section 363(f)?
Associations
2007 - 2009 American College of Bankruptcy Board of Regents 1999 - 2000 American Bankruptcy Institute Chairman 1998 - 2009 American College of Bankruptcy Fellow 1997 - 1998 American Bankruptcy Institute President 1997 - 2001 George Washington University Law Alumni Association Director
Speaking
2009 Law Education Institute Retail Bankruptcies 2008 National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges The Cost of Business Bankruptcies 2008 National Apparel & Footwear Credit Association First Day Orders and Extending Credit to a Debtor in Possession 2008 American Bankruptcy Institute - Central States Conference Presidents' Panel - The Clear Channel Decision
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