Garry M. Graber
Retired Partner; Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Commercial Litigation Practice Co-Leader
Admissions
- New York
- Florida
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
- U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of new York
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of New York
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of New York
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida
Education
University at Buffalo, B.A., Magna Cum Laude
University at Buffalo School of Law, J.D.
Before retiring, Garry had more than 35 years of experience practicing bankruptcy, corporate restructuring, creditors' rights, financial services, commercial and corporate litigation, and general business law.
- In re Victor Insulators
- In re General Motors
- In re Daimler Chrysler
- In re Lehman Brothers
- In re Proliance International
- In re Circuit City Stores
- In re Fiddlers Green Manor Nursing Home
- In re TXP
- In re Studio Arena Theatre
- In re Holiday Harbor
- In re Hayes Lemmerz International
- In re Building Materials
- In re American LaFrance
- In re Promedicus Health Group
- In re Sababa Group
- In re Amherst Orthopedic Associates
- In re Lenatures
- In re South Point Energy Center
- In re Brylin Hospitals
- In re Northeast Biofuels
- In re Solutia
- In re Al Tech Steel
- In re Adelphia
- In re Ames
- In re ANC Rental
- In re BSC Development BUF(the Statler Towers)
- In re Beat Publications
- In re Bennett Funding
- In re Bethlehem Steel
- In re Bry Lin Hospital Legacy Nursing Homes
- In re Buffalo Color
- In re Buffalo Sabres
- In re Bush Industries
- In re Carpenter
- In re CNB International
- In re Colad
- In re Corson Manufacturing
- In re Crouse Hospital
- In re Dow Corning
- In re Eastman Kodak Company
- In re Enron
- In re Euro-United
- In re Exodus
- In re Federal Mogul
- In re Grand Union
- In re Hamlin Terrace
- In re Laidlaw
- In re Leaseway
- In re LTV
- In re Lyon Capital
- In re Nanodata Computer
- In re Northwestern Steel and Wire
- In re Odds & Ends
- In re Osage
- In re P. J. Schmidt
- In re Pinnacle Airlines
- In re Premier Cruise Lines
- In re Prime Capital
- In re Prudential Associates
- In re The Rama Group
- In re Select Tree Farms
- In re Sunbeam
- In re The Upson Company
- In re Valeo
- In re Victory Markets
- In re W&F Manufacturing
In addition, Garry has served since 1991 as an adjunct professor at SUNY Buffalo Law School, where he teaches a course on Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
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Honors
- Listed, Best Lawyers in America, (Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Litigation -Bankruptcy) 1991 - 2023
- Listed, Upstate New York Super Lawyers (Bankruptcy: Business) 2007 - 2022
- Listed, Buffalo Business First/Buffalo Law Journal's Legal Elite of Western New York, 2014 - 2020
- University at Buffalo School of Law Ken Joyce Excellence in Teaching Award, 2015
- Best Lawyers' Buffalo Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law "Lawyer of the Year," 2012
- Buffalo Law Review Award for Distinguished Service to SUNY Buffalo Law School, 2011
- University at Buffalo Law Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Award, 2006
- Listed, Buffalo Business First's Who's Who in Law (Bankruptcy)
- New York State Bar Association President's Pro Bono Certificate of Merit
Experience
- Chapter 11 Dismissal, Foreclosure Sale of Hotel on Behalf of Principal Secured Creditor
- Chapter 11 Proceedings for Full-Service Hospital
- Procurement of Order Modifying Collective Bargaining Agreement on Behalf of Chapter 11 Debtor
- Representation of Chapter 11 Trustee of Historical Building in Bankruptcy Proceedings
- Representation of Client in the Restructuring and Closure of a Paper Mill
- Representation of Corporate Borrower in a Syndicated $22 Million Asset Based Loan Facility
- Representation of Creditor in Chapter 11 Proceedings Involving Commercial Mortgage Defeasance Company
- Representation of Energy Company in Holdings Deal
- Representation of Meat Distributor in Chapter 11 Proceedings
In the News
- Buffalo Business First, July 24, 2020
- WIVB News, June 23, 2020
- Buffalo Business First, May 27, 2020
- Buffalo Business first, October 19, 2015
- Buffalo Law Journal, May 21, 2015
- Buffalo Business First, September 14, 2014
- Buffalo Law Journal, March 17, 2014
- August 28, 2013
- Buffalo Business First, November 30, 2012
- Buffalo Business First, November 26, 2012
- Buffalo News, October 11, 2012
- August 30, 2012
- August 21, 2012
- April 4, 2012
- WKBW, January 24, 2012
- Buffalo News, January 20, 2012
- October 17, 2011
- Buffalo Business First, November 25, 2009
- June 3, 2009
- Buffalo Business First, May 27, 2009
- Buffalo Law Journal, February 26, 2009
- Buffalo Law Journal, January 2009
- September 12, 2008
- May 31, 2006
- January 31, 2006
- WNY Avoids Bankruptcy SurgeBuffalo Business First, August 26, 2002
Press Releases
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, August 23, 2022
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, August 19, 2022
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, August 20, 2021
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, August 19, 2021
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, September 8, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, August 20, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, September 23, 2019
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, August 20, 2019
- Press Release, August 12, 2019
- Press Release, September 24, 2018
- Press Release, August 20, 2018
- Press Release, August 15, 2018
- Press Release, September 6, 2017
- Press Release, August 15, 2017
- Press Release, August 31, 2016
- Hodgson Russ Press Release, August 18, 2016
- Press Release, August 19, 2015
- Press Release, August 17, 2015
- Press Release, September 29, 2014
- Press Release, August 14, 2014
- August 2013
Publications
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation and Employment Action Team Alert, March 25, 2021
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation and Employment Action Team Alert, March 11, 2021
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation and Employment Action Team Alert, March 10, 2021
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation and Employment Action Team Alert, February 8, 2021
- COVID-19 Litigation and Employment Action Team Alert, January 29, 2021
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, January 21, 2021
- Hodgson Russ Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Commercial Litigation Alert, November 11, 2020
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, November 4, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Commercial Litigation Alert, October 23, 2020
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, October 15, 2020
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, October 12, 2020
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, September 10, 2020
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation and Employment Action Team Alert, August 6, 2020
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation and Employment Action Team Alert, July 28, 2020
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, July 14, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, June 23, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation and Bankruptcy & Restructuring Alert, June 22, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Real Estate Alert, June 18, 2020
- Hodgson Russ COVID-19 Litigation & Employment Action Team Alert, June 15, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, June 4, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, May 26, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, May 22, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, May 18, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, May 13, 2020
- Hodgson Russ OSHA and Business Litigation Alert, May 13, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, April 24, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, April 24, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, April 22, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation and Securities Regulation & Corporate Compliance Alert, April 22, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, April 15, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, April 10, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Business Litigation Alert, April 9, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Commercial Litigation Alert, April 8, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, April 8, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, March 30, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, March 30, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Banking & Finance Alert, March 24, 2020
- Hodgson Russ Cross-Border Finance Alert, January 8, 2020
- Banker Bulletin Alert, January 31, 2019
- Cross-Border Finance Alert, November 13, 2018
- November 20, 2017
- A Close Look at Creditor Roadblocks in BankruptcyLaw360, May 14, 2014
- Understanding The Various Laws Governing ForeclosureLaw360, May 7, 2014
- Law360, April 30, 2014
- Cross-Border Insolvency in the U.S. under Chapter 15 of the Bankruptcy CodeInsolvency News, a publication of the Ontario Bar Association, April 2013
- New York Law Journal, March 4, 2013
- Chapter 15 Plays Its Role in Tembec RecapitalizationInsolvency News, a publication of the Ontario Bar Association, February 1, 2009
- The Journal of Corporate Renewal, October 2008
- The Journal of Corporate Renewal, April 2005
- Liability Issues for Offices, Directors of Troubled FirmsBuffalo Law Journal, June 19, 2003
- Reclamation Rights Can Improve Chances of PaymentBuffalo Law Journal, February 24, 2003
Presentations & Events
- December 7, 2019
- Buffalo, New York, November 1, 2018
- 15th Annual WNY Bankruptcy Conference, Recent Case LawBatavia, NY, June 26, 2018
- TMA Northeast Regional Conference: Current Issues in Lending - Unitranche, Leverage Lending Guidance, and Credit Bidding PanelSaratoga Springs, NY, September 2, 2015
- February 7, 2014
- Buffalo, NY, September 11, 2012
- Toronto, ON, March 28, 2012
- May 15, 2009
- Buffalo, NY, April 10, 2009
- Buffalo, NY, October 28, 2008
- Batavia, NY, 2008
- New York State Bar Association Seminar: Working Out and Litigating the Problem LoanSyracuse, NY, June 1, 2007
Professional Associations
- Co-Chair, Bankruptcy and Workout Committee: New York State Bar Association, Real Property Section
- Member, Dean's Advisory Committee: University at Buffalo School of Law
- Member, Executive Committee: Ontario Bar Association, Insolvency Section
- Canadian Bar Association
- Bar Association of Erie County
- The Florida Bar
- Member, Executive Committee: New York State Bar Association, International Section
- Former President: Upstate New York Chapter of the Turnaround Management Association
- Former President: Bar Association of Erie County
- Former Member, Advisory Board: American Bankruptcy Institute, Mid-Atlantic Region
- Former Chair, Bankruptcy Committee: New York State Bar Association, Business Law Section
- Former President, Alumni Association: University at Buffalo School of Law
Community & Pro Bono
- Member, Board of Directors: MusicalFare Theatre
- Member, Board of Directors: Legal Services for the Elderly, Disabled, or Disadvantaged of Western New York
- Member, Board of Directors: Erie County Bar Foundation
- Former Member, Board of Directors: YMCA of Greater Buffalo
- Former Member, Board of Directors: Young Audiences of Western New York
- Former Trustee: Cardinal O'Hara High School
- Former President: Bar Association of Erie County's Volunteer Lawyers Project, Inc. (which provides volunteer civil legal services to economically disadvantaged individuals)