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The Pioneer of Pre-Packs: Advantages and Advancements Over 35 Years
Stop wasting years in Chapter 11 litigation! Learn directly from Jay Goffman, the inventor of the pre-pack, how to save distressed companies quickly and cost-effectively. In this episode with Derek Hunter, Jay reveals the mindset shift from "warrior" lawyer to creative business problem-solver. Don't let your firm be left behind—master this mindset and accelerate your deal-making craft today.
[0:02:00] Meet Jay Goffman, the pioneer and inventor of the pre-pack restructuring
[0:03:00] The unplanned journey: How a neurochemistry major stumbled into bankruptcy law
[0:05:00] The key to success: Hard work, a creative streak, and the value of mentors.
[0:06:00] Hiring for restructuring: Why a team-first, all-in mentality beats high grades alone.
[0:08:00] The pre-pack origin story: Solving a multinational, multi-tier bond problem.
[0:10:00] Thinking differently: The switch from multi-year litigation to a business transaction mindset.
[0:11:00] The Midnight Memo: Jay writes the first-ever proposal for a pre-packaged plan.
[0:14:00] The first pre-pack: Succeeding with Mex Telex despite objections and no examples.
[0:15:00] The difference: Comparing the "warrior" versus the "business deal" restructuring approach.
[0:16:00] Liability Management: It's not new, but it needs to truly fix the problem
[0:18:00] The Pre-Pack Mindset: A technique to fix any problem quickly and cost-effectively
[0:19:00] The evolution: Why it's possible for operational, international, and even mass tort cases.
[0:21:00] Global restructuring: Using US law firm retainers to leverage foreign cases.
[0:23:00] Parting Advice: Be passionate, find mentors, and show genuine care for clients.
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By M&A AdvisorStop wasting years in Chapter 11 litigation! Learn directly from Jay Goffman, the inventor of the pre-pack, how to save distressed companies quickly and cost-effectively. In this episode with Derek Hunter, Jay reveals the mindset shift from "warrior" lawyer to creative business problem-solver. Don't let your firm be left behind—master this mindset and accelerate your deal-making craft today.
[0:02:00] Meet Jay Goffman, the pioneer and inventor of the pre-pack restructuring
[0:03:00] The unplanned journey: How a neurochemistry major stumbled into bankruptcy law
[0:05:00] The key to success: Hard work, a creative streak, and the value of mentors.
[0:06:00] Hiring for restructuring: Why a team-first, all-in mentality beats high grades alone.
[0:08:00] The pre-pack origin story: Solving a multinational, multi-tier bond problem.
[0:10:00] Thinking differently: The switch from multi-year litigation to a business transaction mindset.
[0:11:00] The Midnight Memo: Jay writes the first-ever proposal for a pre-packaged plan.
[0:14:00] The first pre-pack: Succeeding with Mex Telex despite objections and no examples.
[0:15:00] The difference: Comparing the "warrior" versus the "business deal" restructuring approach.
[0:16:00] Liability Management: It's not new, but it needs to truly fix the problem
[0:18:00] The Pre-Pack Mindset: A technique to fix any problem quickly and cost-effectively
[0:19:00] The evolution: Why it's possible for operational, international, and even mass tort cases.
[0:21:00] Global restructuring: Using US law firm retainers to leverage foreign cases.
[0:23:00] Parting Advice: Be passionate, find mentors, and show genuine care for clients.
Connect with the M&A Advisor community and stay on top of the latest trends and interviews:
M&A Advisor: https://maadvisor.com
M&A Alerts Newsletter: https://maadvisor.com/maalerts
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-m&a-advisor
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maadvisor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Maadvisor