Larry J. McClatchey Director (614) 462-5463 •     Download vCard Creditor's Rights & Bankruptcy, co-chair International Business Litigation Mediation Services

Practice Focus

Practice emphasizes protection of rights of both creditors and debtors in business transactions and in litigation. Special emphasis and experience in handling bankruptcy court matters.

Career Highlights

Has represented numerous small business clients in bankruptcy matters since 1980, and is especially interested and proficient in small business reorganizations under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code.

Has also been involved in many large chapter 11 cases, advising clients in cases of national interest such as Mid-American Waste Systems, Drug Emporium, LTV Steel, e.Spire Communications, Hechinger's and Montgomery Ward.

Kegler Brown has been recognized for its contributions to continuing education on credit and collection issues. In 1999, Larry received the first Award of Excellence from National Association of Credit Management - OHIO for his efforts.

Has been a leader in establishing and growing the firm's creditor's rights and bankruptcy practice, which he chairs.

Professional Memberships and Volunteer Activities

• American Agricultural Law Association, member
• American Bankruptcy Institute, member
• Columbus Bar Association, member
• Commercial Law League, member
• Habitat for Humanity, volunteer
• National Association of Credit Management, member
• Ohio State Bar Association, Agricultural Law committee, past chair; Banking, Commercial Law committee, member

Bar Admissions

• Ohio
• Supreme Court of Ohio
• Supreme Court of the United States
• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
• U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
• U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio

Education

Juris Doctorate (1975)
Indiana University School of Law

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (1972)
Indiana University
Metz Distinguished Scholar; Foster Essay Prize