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Suppose Puerto Rico is allowed to file Chapter 9

Q

If Puerto Rico gets approval to file Chapter 9 – and does – will this be good or bad for the bondholders?

D.H., New Jersey

A

James A. Klotz responds:

Although we are doubtful that Chapter 9 filing will be available to the commonwealth, it might turn out to be positive for bondholders by providing an orderly restructuring process as opposed to lengthy and expensive litigation.

Jul 21, 2015

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