Christopher Andrew Jarvinen, a bankruptcy attorney possessing nearly two decades of experience handling complex business and litigation issues arising in the context of corporate restructurings, joined Richards Kibbe & Orbe as a partner in its New York office.

“Over the course of his career, Christopher has built an impressive practice specializing in bankruptcy litigation and restructuring deals, and we are thrilled to welcome him to the firm,” said Jennifer Grady, managing partner of RK&O. “He is an ideal complement to our bankruptcy, restructuring and special situation investments practice areas, and his particular expertise will be a tremendous asset to our corporate clients.”

Prior to joining RK&O, Jarvinen was a corporate restructuring partner with, respectively, Berger Singerman in Florida and Hahn & Hessen in New York. His practice focuses on Chapter 11 cases, Chapter 15 cases and other cross-border insolvency matters, out-of-court restructurings and bankruptcy-related litigation. His practice also includes providing governance advice to companies and their boards regarding fiduciary duties.

Jarvinen is a fellow of the American College of Bankruptcy, a member of the International Insolvency Institute and a member of the American Law Institute.