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A podcast featuring the latest news and commentary on cross-border insolvency by members of the International Insolvency Institute. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of the International Insolvency Institute.
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III Podcast - Judge Sontchi

International Insolvency InstituteJan 21, 2022

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Australian & New Zealand Insolvency Frameworks

Australian & New Zealand Insolvency Frameworks

In this episode of the ⁠International Insolvency Institute⁠’s Global Perspectives podcast, our invited guest panelists give a critical overview of the Australian and New Zealand’s insolvency frameworks.

Our expert panelists, Professor Lynne Taylor (University of Canterbury), Dr Elizabeth Streten (Queensland University of Technology) and Dr Lézelle Jacobs (ARITA and University technology Sidney), summarized the most recent legislative and judicial developments in Australian and New Zealand’s insolvency law.

In a lively podcast, Dr Jacobs and Dr Streten summarized the results of the enquiry launched by the Parliamentary Joint Committee (PJC) on Corporations and Financial Services. This root and branch review includes several key elements for reflection, especially as the PJC advocated for the need to re-discuss the theoretical principles and objectives underpinning corporate and personal insolvency law. Prof Taylor brought the experience from her country (New Zealand), with several useful elements for reflection, particularly with reference to the treatment of financially distressed MSMEs and directors’ duties under New Zealand law.

NextGen’s Chairperson, ⁠Adam Crane⁠ (Baker & Partners in the Cayman Islands), introduces this podcast, which has been moderated by NextGen Executive Committee Member Dr Eugenio Vaccari (Royal Holloway, University of London). The podcast was recorded in early December 2023, with the information correct at the time of the recording.

Mar 01, 202439:20
Treatment of Secured Creditors - India

Treatment of Secured Creditors - India

Our experts panellists - Mr Bahram Vakil (Founding Partner, AZB & Partners), Ms Saloni Thakkar (Partner, AZB & Partners) and Ms Mariam Zaidi (Senior Legal Manager, Piramal Capital & Housing Finance) – discuss the changes to the treatment of secured creditors since the enactment of the Indian Bankruptcy Code in 2016. The podcast compares the current framework with the pre-COVID period as well as the period before the enactment of the new Code. The podcast also delves into the disputed treatment of secured creditors in some leading cases, such as Essar Steel and Anil Anchalia, before concluding with a short outlook on the announced reforms in the area.

Feb 12, 202422:14
ABLI - III

ABLI - III

On March 23, 2023, the Asian Business Law Institute (ABLI) and the International Insolvency Institute (III) jointly released The Guide on Conducting an Out-of-Court Workout in Asia (Guide), as part of the joint Asian Principles of Business Restructuring project.

This Guide sets out a model of best practices, in the form of both nine principles and eleven practice tips, for successful out-of-court workouts of corporate debtors in Asia.

On this episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives Podcast, Catherine Shen of the ABLI and Ian Mann of Harneys discuss the key aspects of the Guide.

NextGen’s Chairperson, ⁠⁠Adam Crane⁠⁠ (Baker & Partners in the Cayman Islands), introduces this podcast.


Feb 05, 202432:48
Third Party Releases in the United States

Third Party Releases in the United States

In this episode of the ⁠International Insolvency Institute⁠’s Global Perspectives podcast, our expert panelist, Professor Anthony J. Casey (University of Chicago Law School) summarized the rules and case law regulating the treatment of third-party releases under U.S. Bankruptcy Law. Professor Casey clarified what third-party releases are, as well as the distinction between consensual and non-consensual releases. He mentioned that the use of third-party non-debtor releases is quite common in large Chapter 11 cases. He summarized the key issues arising from the use of both consensual and non-consensual third-party releases and, finally, he discussed the importance of recent controversial Chapter 11 cases (Boy Scouts of America and Purdue Pharma). The podcast was recorded soon after the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the Purdue Pharma case. As a result, Professor Casey outlined the potential implications of a judgment that may authorize, prohibit or limit the use of third-party releases under U.S. Bankruptcy Law.


Jan 26, 202436:24
UNIDROIT Principles on Digital Assets and Private Law

UNIDROIT Principles on Digital Assets and Private Law

In this episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast, our panelists give a critical outlook of the UNIDROIT Principles on Digital Assets and Private Law.

Our experts panelists, Professors Ignacio Tirado (Secretary General of UNIDROIT and Universidad Autónoma of Madrid) and ⁠⁠Louise Gullifer (University of Cambridge and Chair of the Working Group’s Drafting Committee for the Principles), summarized the process that led to the adoption of the Principles.

In a lively podcast, Professors Tirado and Gullifer summarized the key principles applicable to digital assets, and the rules that should apply in insolvency scenarios, especially those involving the custodians of digital assets. Our panelists explained why the principles take a practical and functional approach, and why the principles aim at unifying rather than harmonizing national laws in the area.  


Dec 18, 202339:48
UK/US Municipal Bankruptcies

UK/US Municipal Bankruptcies

In this episode of the ⁠International Insolvency Institute⁠’s Global Perspectives podcast, our panelists discuss the impact of municipal failure on local and national economies.

The panelists, among the leading experts in the field, are Professor Laura Coordes (Arizona State University), Professor Yseult Marique (University of Essex), and Professor Peter Murphy and Mr Bernard Dom (Nottingham Trent University). They compared the English and US system for dealing with municipalities in distress, and they drew important lessons from key cases such as Detroit and Birmingham. The podcast also includes references to recently launched initiatives, such as the Research Network for Public Authorities and Financial Distress (RPAFD) and other initiatives designed to support local authorities’ financial resilience and accountability promoted by the International Research Society for Public Management (IRSPM).




Nov 20, 202342:04
Developments in India

Developments in India

In this episode of the ⁠International Insolvency Institute⁠’s Global Perspectives podcast, our panelists give a critical look to the recent changes to the Indian insolvency framework.

India updated its Bankruptcy Code in 2016. Our experts panelists, Professor Sumant Batra (President, Insolvency Law Academy) and ⁠⁠Mr Debanshu Mukherjee (co-founder, Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, New Delhi), explain some of the peculiarities of the Indian system. These include – but are not limited to – the fact that trade creditors are not allowed to vote on a restructuring plan; that the insolvency regulator oversees not only insolvency practitioners but also the auction process; that there is no direct entry into liquidation; etc.

Nov 14, 202353:36
Housing Crisis: Spain and China

Housing Crisis: Spain and China

In this episode of the the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast, our panelists examine the impact of the housing crisis in Spain and the People's Republic of China on the social and economic environment of these two countries.

While Spain is recovering from a crisis that saw some of its largest building companies enter liquidation proceedings, China is still grappling with the crisis. The recent cases of Evergrande and Country Gardens are also discussed by our experts panelists, ⁠Miguel Ángel Martínez-Cortés⁠ (Partner at Carles Cuesta, in Madrid) and ⁠Dr Shuai Guo⁠ (III NextGen member and Assistant Professor at China University of Political Science and Law in Beijing). NextGen’s Chairperson, Adam Crane (Baker & Partners in the Cayman Islands), introduces this podcast.

Oct 02, 202328:48
Pre-packaged Insolvencies in Europe: A focus on Romania, Latvia, Czech Republic and Poland

Pre-packaged Insolvencies in Europe: A focus on Romania, Latvia, Czech Republic and Poland

In December 2022, a new proposal for the EU Directive was released by the EU Commission to harmonise certain aspects of insolvency law, including pre-packaged sales.

In this episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast which is the continuation of a series of podcasts dealing with insolvency developments in Europe, our panelists focus on the legal and regulatory framework for pre-packaged insolvencies in Romania, Latvia, Czech Republic and Poland.

Under the moderation of Dr Francesa Burigo of the Università Ca' Foscari Venezia, we cover pre-packs in Romania (Dr Nicoleta Mirela Nastasie), Latvia (Edvins Draba of SORAINEN), Czech Republic (Tomas Richter of JŠK, advokátní kancelář, s.r.o.) and Poland (Piotr Grabarczyk of WKB Wierciński, Kwieciński, Baehr). NextGen’s Chairperson, Adam Crane of Baker & Partners (Cayman Islands), introduces this podcast.


Aug 30, 202333:50
Restructuring Tools in Europe: A focus on Romania, Latvia, Czech Republic and Poland

Restructuring Tools in Europe: A focus on Romania, Latvia, Czech Republic and Poland

This episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast is the continuation of a series of podcasts which focus on available restructuring tools and the implementation of the EU Directive in Europe.

In this podcast, our guest speakers discuss, under the moderation of Dr Francesa Burgio of the Università Ca' Foscari Venezia, restructuring tools available in four European countries, including Romania (Dr Nicoleta Mirela Nastasie), Latvia (Edvins Draba of SORAINEN), Czech Republic (Tomas Richter of JŠK, advokátní kancelář, s.r.o.) and Poland (Piotr Grabarczyk of WKB Wierciński, Kwieciński, Baehr). NextGen’s Chairperson, Adam Crane of Baker & Partners, introduces this podcast.

Aug 17, 202338:57
A Discussion With Simon Whiting of the U.K. Insolvency Service
Aug 01, 202326:34
English: Avoidance Actions and Enforcement of Foreign Insolvency Judgments in NAFTA Countries Presented by the U.S./Canada/Caribbean and Latin America Regional Committees

English: Avoidance Actions and Enforcement of Foreign Insolvency Judgments in NAFTA Countries Presented by the U.S./Canada/Caribbean and Latin America Regional Committees

III hosted a panel on March 30, 2023 titled Avoidance Actions and Enforcement of Foreign Insolvency Judgments in NAFTA Countries Presented by the U.S./Canada/Caribbean and Latin America Regional Committees.

Kathryn Esaw, Osler Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Jane Dietrich, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

Evan Hollander, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe

Dario Oscos, Oscos Abogados


Apr 25, 202331:35
Spanish: Avoidance Actions and Enforcement of Foreign Insolvency Judgments in NAFTA Countries Presented by the U.S./Canada/Caribbean and Latin America Regional Committees

Spanish: Avoidance Actions and Enforcement of Foreign Insolvency Judgments in NAFTA Countries Presented by the U.S./Canada/Caribbean and Latin America Regional Committees

III hosted a panel on March 30, 2023 titled Avoidance Actions and Enforcement of Foreign Insolvency Judgments in NAFTA Countries Presented by the U.S./Canada/Caribbean and Latin America Regional Committees.

Kathryn Esaw, Osler Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Jane Dietrich, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

Evan Hollander, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe

Dario Oscos, Oscos Abogados

Apr 25, 202332:09
Portuguese: Avoidance Actions and Enforcement of Foreign Insolvency Judgments in NAFTA Countries Presented by the U.S./Canada/Caribbean and Latin America Regional Committees

Portuguese: Avoidance Actions and Enforcement of Foreign Insolvency Judgments in NAFTA Countries Presented by the U.S./Canada/Caribbean and Latin America Regional Committees

III hosted a panel on March 30, 2023 titled Avoidance Actions and Enforcement of Foreign Insolvency Judgments in NAFTA Countries Presented by the U.S./Canada/Caribbean and Latin America Regional Committees.

Kathryn Esaw, Osler Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Jane Dietrich, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP

Evan Hollander, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe

Dario Oscos, Oscos Abogados

Apr 25, 202331:20
In Brief: Understanding India’s Pre-Packaged Insolvency Regime

In Brief: Understanding India’s Pre-Packaged Insolvency Regime


On this episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast,
Bahram Vakil, Co-Chair of III’s Insolvency Development and Practice Committee and Co-Founder of AZB & Partners, Saloni Thakkar of AZB & Partners, and NextGen member Mariam Zaidi of Piramal Capital & Housing finance, discuss India’s Pre-Packaged Insolvency Regime. This podcast is moderated by Carlo Ghia, of the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made In Italy. NextGen’s chairperson, Adam Crane of Baker & Partners, introduces this podcast.

Apr 03, 202313:47
In Brief: Lessons Learned in India from the Resolution of Non-Banking Financial Companies

In Brief: Lessons Learned in India from the Resolution of Non-Banking Financial Companies

On this episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast, Bahram Vakil, Co-Chair of III’s Insolvency Development and Practice Committee and Co-Founder of AZB & Partners, Saloni Thakkar of AZB & Partners, and NextGen member Mariam Zaidi of Piramal Capital & Housing Finance, discuss the lessons learned from the resolution of non-banking financial companies in India. This podcast is moderated by Carlo Ghia, of the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made In Italy. NextGen’s chairperson, Adam Crane of Baker & Partners, introduces this podcast.

Feb 24, 202317:17
Portuguese: Bankruptcy Asset Sales in the NAFTA Countries: A Cross Jurisdictional Comparison
Feb 08, 202337:24
English: Bankruptcy Asset Sales in the NAFTA Countries: A Cross Jurisdictional Comparison
Feb 08, 202337:31
Spanish: Bankruptcy Asset Sales in the NAFTA Countries: A Cross Jurisdictional Comparison
Feb 08, 202337:27
Legends & Leaders: Cross-Border Insolvency in Hong Kong and Beyond: A Conversation with Hon. Justice Jonathan Harris

Legends & Leaders: Cross-Border Insolvency in Hong Kong and Beyond: A Conversation with Hon. Justice Jonathan Harris

As a world financial hub, Hong Kong plays an important role in cross-border insolvency, and its recent developments, especially the 2021 cooperation mechanism with the Chinese Mainland, have far-reaching consequences in Asia and elsewhere. In this episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast, Justice Jonathan Harris from the High Court of Hong Kong is interviewed by Dr Shuai Guo, China University of Political Science and Law, and talks about the present and future of cross-border insolvency in Hong Kong and beyond. NextGen’s chairperson, Adam Crane of Baker & Partners, introduces this podcast.

Jan 31, 202340:00
Pre-Packaged Sales in Europe: A focus on Southern Europe: Greece, Italy, Spain, France and Portugal

Pre-Packaged Sales in Europe: A focus on Southern Europe: Greece, Italy, Spain, France and Portugal

In December 2022, a new proposal for the EU Directive was released by the EU Commission to harmonise certain aspects of insolvency law, including pre-packaged sales.

In this timely episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast which is the second in a series of podcasts dealing with insolvency developments in Europe, our panelists focus on the legal and regulatory framework for pre-packaged insolvencies in Greece, Italy, Spain, France, and Portugal.

Under the moderation of Carlo Ghia of the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy, we cover pre-packs in Greece (George Bazinas of Bazinas Law Firm), Italy (Giorgio Corno of Corno Avvocati), Spain (José Carles of CARLES | CUESTA Abogados y Economistas), France (Mylène Boché-Robinet of Boché Dobelle) and Portugal (Rita Espírito Santo of Gómez-Acebo & Pombo). NextGen’s chairperson, Adam Crane of Baker & Partners, introduces this podcast.

Jan 10, 202351:41
III Podcast: Restructuring plans in Europe: A focus on Southern Europe: Greece, Italy, Spain, France and Portugal

III Podcast: Restructuring plans in Europe: A focus on Southern Europe: Greece, Italy, Spain, France and Portugal

This episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast is the first in a series of podcasts that will focus on available restructuring tools and the implementation of the EU Directive in Europe. Discussion topics include:

-What restructuring tools are there available in European countries?

-Did they exist before or are they a result of the implementation of the EU Directive?

-How do they work?

-Are creditors divided into classes?

-How do they vote?

-Is DIP financing available?

In this first podcast, International Insolvency Institute (III) members and NextGen members discuss, under the moderation of Carlo Ghia of the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy, pre-insolvency tools in five European countries. Specifically, Greece (George Bazinas of Bazinas Law Firm), Italy (Giorgio Corno of Corno Avvocati), Spain (José Carles of Carles Cuesta), France (Mylène Boché-Robinet of Boché Dobelle) and Portugal (Rita Espírito Santo of Gómez-Acebo & Pombo). NextGen’s chairperson, Adam Crane of Baker & Partners, introduces this podcast.

Dec 29, 202256:06
A Discussion on the III/ABLI Guide on the Treatment of Insolvent Micro and Small Enterprises in Asia

A Discussion on the III/ABLI Guide on the Treatment of Insolvent Micro and Small Enterprises in Asia

On May 10, 2022, the Asian Business Law Institute (ABLI) and the International Insolvency Institute (III) jointly released The Guide on the Treatment of Insolvent Micro and Small Enterprises in Asia (Guide), as part of the joint Asian Principles of Business Restructuring project. On this episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives Podcast, III Member, Evan J. Zucker, discusses with Catherine Shen of the ABLI, Nicholas Moller of the Asian Development Bank, and Zentaro Nihei of Anderson Mori & Tomotsune, the key and aspirational principles in the Guide. The podcast concludes with a preview by III NextGen’s new chairperson, Adam Crane of Baker & Partners on the upcoming series of podcasts focusing on restructuring and the implementation of the EU Directive in Europe.

Nov 28, 202226:05
Reflecting on the Past, Thinking About the Future of India’s Insolvency Regime

Reflecting on the Past, Thinking About the Future of India’s Insolvency Regime

On this episode of Global Perspectives, Mariam Zaidi, III Next Gen, discusses with Bahram Vakil, Co-Chair of III’s Insolvency Development and Practice Committee and his colleague Saloni Thakkar, the salient features of India’s insolvency regime, its biggest success, and current developments in the evolution of its insolvency code.

Jul 05, 202222:24
In Brief: Understanding Colombia’s Insolvency Regime
Jun 09, 202212:28
In Brief: Understanding Poland’s Insolvency Regime

In Brief: Understanding Poland’s Insolvency Regime

On this episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast, Evan J. Zucker discusses with III NextGen, Piotr Grabarczyk, and Michal Barlowskian, an overview of Poland’s insolvency law and ongoing developments.

May 20, 202219:17
Legends & Leaders: Engaging, Inspiring, and Promoting the Development on Insolvency Law: A Conversation with Christoph G. Paulus and Jay L Westbrook

Legends & Leaders: Engaging, Inspiring, and Promoting the Development on Insolvency Law: A Conversation with Christoph G. Paulus and Jay L Westbrook

On this special episode of the International Insolvency Institute’s Global Perspectives podcast, Evan J. Zucker interviews Christoph G. Paulus and Jay L Westbrook. Among other things, Christoph and Jay discuss maintaining and fostering cross-cultural relationships, enforcement issues related to assets frozen by Russian sanctions, and whether Russian sanctions can be a grounds to deny recognition under the Model Law on Insolvency.
Apr 22, 202225:18
Global Perspectives: In Brief: Updates on Spain’s Insolvency Regime

Global Perspectives: In Brief: Updates on Spain’s Insolvency Regime

International Insolvency Institute NextGen Member, Jose Carles of Carles Cuesta and his partner Rafael Catalá, a former Minister of Justice in Spain, discuss the latest developments in insolvencies in Spain including key case updates, legislative reforms, COVID-19 measures, and advances in pre-pack restructurings.

Apr 05, 202230:10
New Cross-Border Restructuring Tools: The Cross-Border Insolvency Cooperation Arrangement between Mainland China and Hong Kong
Mar 17, 202252:08
New Cross-Border Restructuring Tools: The Dutch Scheme ("WHOA")
Mar 09, 202219:25
III Podcast: New Cross-Border Restructuring Tools: Brazil’s Adoption of the Model Law.
Feb 15, 202218:49
III Podcast - Judge Sontchi

III Podcast - Judge Sontchi

Hon. Kevin Carey and Hon. Christopher Sontchi

Jan 21, 202216:53