Introduction
Katie represents clients in all aspects of corporate restructuring, including Chapter 11 cases, assignments for the benefit of creditors, and out-of-court restructurings.
Katie Allare works with companies and creditors from the healthcare, retail, entertainment, and energy sectors. She has also represented post-confirmation liquidation trusts through complex claim administrations and breach of fiduciary duty litigation.
Katie's restructuring background includes advocating for clients in high-stakes Chapter 11 proceedings, including developing reorganization plans and litigating contested plan issues.
Education & credentials
- Notre Dame Law School, J.D., 2017
- University of Notre Dame, M.S., Business, 2014
- University of Notre Dame, B.A., Political Science, 2012
- Arizona
- Illinois
- Kirkland & Ellis, LLP, Chicago, IL, Associate, 2017-2020; Summer Associate, 2016
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona, Judicial Intern to the Hon. Madeleine Wanslee, 2015
Professional recognition
Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, 2022-2026; Litigation - Bankruptcy, 2026