Attorneys
Jonathan P. Ibsen
Partner
Case Highlights
Recovery for creditors. Recently Jonathan
successfully represented a Proponent of a Plan of Reorganization in
the Confirmation of a Joint Plan of Reorganization of a large
retailer. The Confirmation of the Plan by the Bankrtupcty Court
resulted in a leveraged buyout of the retailer and the
establishment of a creditor's trust, which is anticipated to pay
all allowed claims.
Helping recoup millions in Enron bankruptcy.
While working for one of New York City's prominent bankruptcy law
firms, Jonathan acted as co-counsel for the Enron Corporation
during it's Chapter 11 case. He lead the team of ten attorneys in
the commencement and litigation of over 1,000 avoidance actions on
behalf of Enron, seeking returns of transfers amounting to more
than $650 million.
Ponzi Schemes. Jonathan has represented the
Court Appointed Receiver in Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases arising
from two of Arizona's largest Ponzi schemes. In both of these
ongoing Ponzi scheme cases, the Chapter 11 bankrtupcy cases have
enabled the potential recovery of the investor's net investment
losses.
Get To Know Jonathan In His Own Words
"I'm able to use my background as a CPA to better understand my
clients' business needs associated with legal matters. This
expertise allows me to recommend a strategy that will benefit their
business overall."
"I always wanted to become an attorney since first studying for
my B.S. in accounting and finance. To me, accounting is the
language of business, and law is the means that enables business to
survive and flourish in the world. Consequently, for me, it was a
natural progression into law."
Professional Experience
- Expertise in financial fraud and Ponzi schemes
- Representation of Certified Fraud Examiners and Court appointed
receivers
- Commercial bankrtupcy and bankruptcy litigation
- Chapter 11 bankruptcy emphasis includes debtor, creditor, and
creditors' committee representation.
- Lead counsel on litigation in jurisdictions nationwide;
coordinated, directed, and managed litigation with local counsel
nationally.
- Litigation experience includes AAA and NASD arbitrations.
- Certified public accountant: corporate audits and
securities.
- Experienced in business transactions, including stock purchase,
partnership, shareholders, loan, security, and collective
bargaining agreements.
Professional and Civic Service
- Fordham University, Alumni Association
- Arizona State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section, Member
- American Bankruptcy Institute, Member
- Pardes School Finance Committee
- American Civil Liberties Union, Member
Education
J.D., New York Law School, 1994
B.S. Fordham University, 1987
Bar Admissions
Arizona, 2005
New York, 1995
U.S. District Court, Arizona
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New
York.