Severson and Werson

Adam Barasch joined Severson & Werson in 2008 as Special Counsel with the firm’s Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights practice group, where he represents automotive finance companies and mortgage lenders in consumer bankruptcy cases of Chapter 7, 11, 12 and 13 debtors. He is experienced in all aspects of consumer bankruptcies, including: relief from stay and adequate protection issues; Chapter 13 plan objection, confirmation and modification issues; discharge and dischargeability issues.

Mr. Barasch has experience in representing secured and unsecured creditors in Chapter 7 and 11 business bankruptcies; negotiating agreements and litigating the use of cash collateral; motions for relief from stay; negotiating and litigating confirmation of reorganization plans; and defense of preference and avoidance actions.

Mr. Barasch also represents lenders in enforcing secured financing arrangements, including consumer paper, automotive dealership financing, and consumer and commercial leases. He is experienced in obtaining pre-judgment remedies including temporary restraining orders, writs of possession, and preliminary injunctions.

Mr. Barasch was appointed to serve as a Director for the Bay Area Bankruptcy Forum in 2008.