Practice Profile: Simon concentrates his practice on corporate restructuring and bankruptcy. His focus is on protecting and advancing the interests of distressed companies and parties seeking to purchase distressed assets in commercial workouts and Chapter 11 reorganization cases, both nationally and internationally.

Simon recently worked on a case of Vertellus Specialties Inc., a global specialty chemical manufacturer, where he led an effort to restructure about $650 million in secured debt and resolve more than $2 billion in environmental claims.

“Dan is the consummate professional, bringing keen legal insights, creativity and hard work to every engagement,” Richard Chesley, the global co-chair of DLA Piper's restructuring practice, said. “Dan not only competes on the national stage, but has embraced the Atlanta market with a number of key client and civic initiatives.”