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Cole Schotz said it published an update by Jordan Metzger on New York City’s revised Community Opportunity to Purchase Act bill. The firm’s article examined the measure passed by the City Council, describing its proposed property-sale procedures and the changes affecting owners and prospective buyers.
Cole Schotz said Utibe Ikpe joined its Miami office as a member after serving as a partner at Meland Budwick. The firm said Ikpe brought more than a decade of litigation experience, including business disputes and work involving technology and cybersecurity matters for clients.
Cole Schotz said Jackson Warren joined its Delaware office as special counsel in corporate litigation. The firm said his practice covers disputes involving executive compensation, mergers and acquisitions, stockholders, governance and books-and-records demands, with experience before the Delaware Court of Chancery and Delaware Supreme Court.
Cole Schotz said it received three honors at the 2026 IFLR Americas Awards: U.S. Domestic Firm of the Year, Best in State for Delaware and Restructuring Deal of the Year for its Purdue Pharma bankruptcy work. The firm said it had been shortlisted in five categories.
Cole Schotz said it published a guide for property owners and businesses considering New York City’s Environmental Control Board amnesty program. The firm’s article examines eligibility, payment and correction requirements, and how the program may affect due diligence for property purchases, sales and financing.
Cole Schotz said Cynthia J. Liba joined its New Jersey office as special counsel in the corporate transactions department. The firm said she represents healthcare providers, companies and investors in acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic partnerships, advising from due diligence and structuring through closing and implementation.
Cole Schotz said 20 attorneys in its New Jersey office received recognition in the 2027 Super Lawyers lists. The firm said nine were named Super Lawyers and 11 were named Rising Stars, across practices including bankruptcy, employment, litigation and real estate.
Cole Schotz said it obtained confirmation of SiFi Networks America’s Chapter 11 plan in Delaware bankruptcy court on September 30, 2026. The firm said its work included a sale process, a global settlement with the lender and creditors’ committee, and preparation and prosecution of the plan.