American Bankruptcy Institute Names Dania Slim a “40 Under 40” Emerging Leader

The list recognizes bankruptcy, insolvency and restructuring professionals under the age of 40 who are setting the standard for excellence in the field. This year’s honorees were selected based on their professional achievements and service in the industry. See the full list of 2020 honorees here.  

“Emerging leaders like Dania make a significant addition to the practice as we continue to expand our insolvency and restructuring capabilities nationwide,” said Leo Crowley, head of Pillsbury’s Insolvency & Restructuring practice. “Despite the pandemic, Dania continued to set the standard for excellence in the industry this year, her recognition from ABI is well deserved.”

Slim represents debtors, creditors, asset purchasers and other parties in bankruptcy cases across a broad range of industries. A portion of her practice also focuses on Latin America, combining her legal skills with her native Spanish-speaking ability to help bridge language and cultural barriers with Latin American clients. Additionally, Slim was recognized in 2019 as a “Rising Star” by Law360.

Pillsbury’s Insolvency & Restructuring lawyers represent clients in all aspects of restructurings, both in and out of court. The group’s innovative approaches have won numerous external awards and recognition. The clientele they serve includes banks and other financial institutions, funds, debtors and borrowers, indenture trustees, distressed investors, as well as owners and executives of companies undergoing restructuring and acquirers of distressed companies and assets.