Claudia is a prominent and nationally recognized restructuring and bankruptcy lawyer, having practiced in this area for more than 35 years. Her practice encompasses representing companies experiencing financial challenges and crisis as well as leading creditors and members of boards of directors of companies in distress situations. She is known as a tireless, tenacious and effective advocate for her clients but also for her practical approach to solving problems and achieving consensus among disparate factions. Among the types of clients she has represented are committees of creditors, often comprised of members with disparate goals and conflicting positions. She is viewed by peers and clients as being smart, straightforward, candid, energetic, trustworthy, respectful of others’ views, a good listener and practical in her approach to disputes.