Practice areas: Bankruptcy, Business & Corporate; view more
Licensed in New York since: 1998
Education: The City University of New York School of Law
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2022 - 2025 Geoffrey T. Raicht, PC, located in Rye, New York, is a boutique law firm dedicated to business and restructuring led by attorney Geoffrey T. Raicht. Serving the broader New York metro area, he has a compassionate yet professional approach to complex legal issues in bankruptcy, restructuring, corporate governance, cross-border insolvency and serving as outside general counsel. He also excels in guiding asset sales and supporting distressed small businesses, providing a reliable legal safety net across various industries.
Holding a Juris Doctor from The City University of New York School of Law, complemented by a master’s in public policy analysis and a bachelor’s degree in politics from New York University, Mr. Raicht’s educational background is both broad and deep. His early career was marked by a significant clerkship with the Honorable J.H. Gallet at the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, from 1997 to 1999, where he honed his skills and deepened his understanding of the law.
With over 20 years of experience working in high-profile Am Law 100 firms, Mr. Raicht has developed a reputation for handling legal challenges with empathy and integrity. His clientele includes Fortune 500 companies, closely held corporations and government agencies, all benefiting from his insightful and humane approach to legal restructuring. Internationally, he is recognized for his adept handling of cross-border insolvency proceedings, earning him accolades, including recognition from The Legal 500 as a leader in his field.
Beyond his practice, Mr. Raicht is actively involved with the American Bankruptcy Institute, INSOL International and the Turnaround Management Association. These professional affiliations not only keep him at the forefront of his field but also reflect his commitment to contributing to the broader legal community. His numerous publications and speaking engagements, particularly on international bankruptcy laws and corporate governance, underscore his dedication to educating others and advocating for fair and just legal practices.
Geoffrey T. Raicht is a debt relief agent. He helps people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
Practice areas
Bankruptcy: Business, Business/CorporateFocus areas
Bankruptcy Law, Business Formation and Planning, Business Organizations, Contracts, Credit Repair, Limited Liability Companies, Partnership, Sub-chapter S Corporations
- 80% Bankruptcy: Business
- 20% Business/Corporate
First Admitted: 1998, New York
Professional Webpage: https://geoffreytraichtpc.com/about
Bar / Professional Activity
- New York
- American Bankruptcy Institute
- Turnaround Management Association
- INSOL
Educational Background
- New York University, M.P.A., Public Policy Analysis
- New York University, B.A., Politics
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- “Considering Independent Directors to Improve Governance of Family-Owned Businesses,” author, Journal of Corporate Renewal, October 2021.
- “China Will Be Global Restructuring Player,” Global Turnaround, November 2006 (co-authored with James Conlan, Patrick Corr and Henry Ding).
- “China’s New Bankruptcy Law: A Significant Step Forward in Cross-Border Restructurings,” Financier Worldwide, April 2007.
- “Chapter 15 Recognition in the United States: Recent Developments,” McDermott Will & Emery International News, Issue 1, 2011 (co-authored with Nava Hazan).
- “NML Capital v. The Republic of Argentina,” International Corporate Rescue, Volume 10, Issue 3, 2013 (co-authored with Jared Zajac).
- “Chapter 15: Expect Section 363 Review of Sales of Property Located in the US,” International Corporate Rescue, Volume 12, Issue 3, 2015 (co-authored with Maja Zerjal).
- “In Re Sanjel (USA), Inc.: Bankruptcy Court Denies Comity to Canadian Court’s Injunction Protecting Officers and Directors”, Client Alert, September 2016.
- “Third Circuit Court of Appeals Does Not Follow Momentive and Enforces Make-Whole Payments Resulting from Redemption of Notes”, Client Alert, December 2016.
- “9th Circuit Affirms “Per Plan” Approach to Interpret “Impaired Accepting Class” for Plan Confirmation Purposes Threatening Senior Mortgage Lender Protections in Common Real Estate Financing Structures: In re Transwest Resort Properties, Inc.”, Client Alert, February 2018.
- “The Fifth Circuit Is Asked to Consider the Validity of the “Golden Share”,” co-author, Real Estate Finance Journal, Thomson Reuters, February 2018.
- “Supreme Court Ruling on Insider Status for Cram-Down Plan Threatens Lender Protections in Real Estate Financing Structures,” co-author, Real Estate Finance Journal, Thomson Reuters, March 2018.
- “The Fifth Circuit Renders Important Real Estate Lending Decision Regarding Golden Shares,” co-author, Real Estate Finance Journal, Thomson Reuters, May 2018.
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2022 - 2025
