Hon. Phillip J. Shefferly (Ret.)

Following nearly two decades as a United States Bankruptcy Judge, including a term as Chief Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan, this neutral transitioned to private practice. His judicial tenure involved presiding over thousands of cases, ranging from complex Chapter 11 reorganizations to consumer bankruptcy matters. Before his appointment to the bench, he spent twenty years in private practice focusing on insolvency, commercial litigation, and business liquidations.

A former Chief Bankruptcy Judge with extensive experience in high-stakes insolvency and commercial reorganization. Offers a dual perspective from both the bench and private practice to resolve complex financial disputes.

Served as the Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Michigan and is a Fellow of the American College of Bankruptcy.

He is recognized by legal professionals for his deep technical knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and his ability to facilitate resolutions in highly contentious commercial disputes through a patient and analytical approach.