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Partner Jennifer Lyday Attended the 2024 American Bankruptcy Institute Health Care Program

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Waldrep Wall Partner Jennifer Lyday recently attended the 2024 ABI Health Care Program in Nashville, Tenn. The one-of-a-kind conference focused on key insolvency issues affecting the healthcare industry.

Waldrep Wall has a sophisticated healthcare insolvency practice, representing debtors, creditors, trustees, asset acquirers, and sellers of healthcare assets both in and out of bankruptcy. When bankruptcy law intersects with healthcare law, effective solutions are crafted through experience and knowledge in this specific area.

Learn more about our healthcare insolvency practice here. 

Attorneys Jennifer Lyday, Ciara Rogers, and Kylie Hamilton Attended the Annual Meeting of the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges

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Waldrep Wall attorneys Jennifer Lyday, Ciara Rogers, and Kylie Hamilton recently attended the Annual Meeting of the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges (NCBJ) in Seattle, Wa.

The mission of the NCBJ is to promote the interests of United States Bankruptcy Judges generally; to utilize their expertise on issues of bankruptcy law and procedure to improve the administration of the bankruptcy system; to foster scholarship, collegiality and diversity among members of the bankruptcy bench and bar; and to provide opportunities for education and networking for bankruptcy judges and the bankruptcy community at large.

 

Waldrep Wall congratulates Kylie Hamilton for being invited to participate in the prestigious NCBJ 2024 Next Generation program. This honor is for select attorneys with fewer than ten years of practice and who have demonstrated a strong commitment to civility, ethics, and professionalism in their bankruptcy law practice. Jennifer Lyday and Ciara Rogers are alumni of the Next Generation Program.

  

The Next Generation Program hosted around 50 up-and-coming bankruptcy practitioners for exclusive NextGen events including: 

  • A judicial roundtable event featuring bankruptcy judges from across the nation 
  • A small-group lunch with experienced bankruptcy practitioners 
  • A networking reception and dinner to build contacts and relationships with NextGen alumni 
  • A social outing to discover Seattle with NextGen’rs and judges 
  • Future opportunities to participate as panelists with judges and other practitioners in educational offerings during the NCBJ Annual Meetings

Associate Cassidy Willard Joins Our Firm

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Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC is excited to announce that Cassidy Willard has joined our firm as an Associate in our Winston-Salem office, adding strength to our bankruptcy, business law, and litigation teams.

Cassidy joined Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC as an Associate in 2024. Prior to that, she was a Summer Associate and 3L Law Clerk at the firm. Cassidy received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and International Affairs from Wake Forest University, graduating cum laude. While at Wake Forest, Cassidy was an active member and leader in Alpha Phi Omega, Rotaract, and Wake Saturdays. She also served as a Guardian ad Litem in Forsyth County, which inspired her to attend law school.

Cassidy earned her law degree from Campbell University, where she graduated magna cum laude. While attending Campbell University, Cassidy was a Willem C. Vis Moot Court team member, interned at the North Carolina Supreme Court, and served as a Teaching Assistant for Advanced Legal Writing and Real Property courses. Cassidy received awards for the highest grade earned in Current Appellate Issues, Mergers & Acquisitions, UCC Article 2 & 2A: Sales & Leases, International Business Transactions, and Homeowners Associations. Upon graduation, she received the Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake, Jr. Constitutional Law Award for demonstrated excellence in constitutional law.

Partner Jim Lanik Presents at the 2024 National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees Annual Conference

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Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC Partner Jim Lanik presented during the National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees (NABT) Annual Conference at the Grand Hyatt in Nashville, Tenn., on August 21, 2024.

The presentation, “Express Talks II – Conversion,” provided a high-level overview of conversions. The presentation included both voluntary and involuntary conversions and an exploration of the criteria guiding such decisions. Jim discussed the procedural aspects of conversions, outlining the evidentiary requirements, court procedures, and timelines involved. He also covered the strategic implications of conversions, highlighting how adept maneuvering can leverage conversions to maximize benefits or mitigate risks for all parties involved.

Partner Kevin Sink Appointed to the Local Rules Committee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina

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Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC Partner Kevin Sink has been recently appointed to the Local Rules Committee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina.

The Committee is charged with annually reviewing the Local Bankruptcy Rules and making recommendations to the Bankruptcy Judges for any additions or amendments. Kevin’s appointment takes effect on October 1, 2024, and he will serve on the Committee as a Class 3 member through September 2027.

Attorney Diana Santos Johnson Attends 2024 Hispanic National Bar Association Annual Convention

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Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC Attorney Diana Santos Johnson attended the 2024 Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) Annual Convention from Sep 4-6 in Washington, D.C. This event featured programming and networking opportunities for Hispanic attorneys, law students, judges, and other legal professionals.

The HNBA is a prestigious national association that brings together attorneys, judges, law students, and other legal professionals to educate, engage, and empower members of the Hispanic legal community. The association is also a strong advocate for issues impacting the broader Hispanic community.

In 2023, Diana received the HNBA’s “Top Lawyers Under 40” Award. This award celebrates and highlights the accomplishments and contributions of HNBA members who have distinguished themselves in the legal profession. The award honors lawyers who have demonstrated professional excellence, integrity, leadership, commitment to the Hispanic community, and dedication to improving the legal profession.

Learn more about the HNBA and the convention here.

Associate Peyton M. Pawlik Joins Our Firm

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Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC is excited to announce that Peyton M. Pawlik has joined our firm as an Associate in our Winston-Salem office. Peyton brings with her a strong background in litigation and healthcare law.

Peyton joined Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC as an Associate in 2024. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Pre-Professional Legal Studies from Appalachian State University, graduating Cum Laude in 2011 and earning High Honors in the Department of Government and Justice Studies. Peyton earned her Juris Doctor degree from Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law in 2015. While attending, she served as a project coordinator for the Campbell Law Pro Bono Council. Upon graduation, she received the Order of Old Kivett Award for excellence in advocacy.

Prior to joining our firm, Peyton first practiced as an Associate with Coffey Law, PLLC, and then as the Litigation Attorney for Lewis & Keller, Attorneys at Law.

To learn more about Peyton, click here.

14 Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC Attorneys Recognized as Best Lawyers® Award Recipients

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Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC is pleased to announce that 14 attorneys have been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. 

Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in America list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers based on professional expertise and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing.

Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC would like to congratulate the following attorneys named to 2025 The Best Lawyers in America list:

  • John W. Babcock – Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Commercial Finance Law, Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Corporate Law, Health Care Law, and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • J. Dennis Bailey – Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, and Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
  • Kelly A. Cameron – Litigation – Intellectual Property
  • Joseph T. Carruthers III– Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, and Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
  • Michael L. Drye – Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Chris Haaf – Commercial Litigation
  • Diana Santos Johnson – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • James Lanik – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation – Bankruptcy, and Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law
  • Jennifer Lyday – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation – Bankruptcy
  • Ciara L. Rogers – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation – Bankruptcy
  • Kevin Sink– Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation – Bankruptcy
  • Thomas W. Waldrep, Jr. – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • James D. Wall – Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law, and Health Care Law
  • Jan E. Yarborough– Health Care Law

Please join us in extending a special congratulations to John W. Babcock for receiving the “Lawyer of the Year” award in Corporate Law and Commercial Finance Law.

Partner Jennifer Lyday Appointed Chair of the Local Rules Committee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of North Carolina

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Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC Partner Jennifer Lyday has been recently appointed Chair of the Local Rules Committee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of North Carolina.

As Chair, Lyday will lead the Committee, which is charged with annually reviewing the Local Bankruptcy Rules and making recommendations to the Bankruptcy Judges for any additions or amendments. The 10-member board consists of the Bankruptcy Administrator, the Clerk, the Chief Deputy Clerk, the Chapter 13 Standing Trustees, a panel Chapter 7 Trustee, and consumer and commercial debtor and creditor attorneys. 

Partner Ciara L. Rogers Appointed to ABI’s Young and New Member Committee Leadership

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The American Bankruptcy Institute has appointed Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey PLLC Partner Ciara L. Rogers as Special Projects Leader within its Young and New Members Committee. The committee’s membership consists of bankruptcy practitioners under the age of 40 and/or practitioners with less than 10 years of experience in the industry. The committee is designed to provide professional development and networking opportunities for those in the early stages of their careers.