Atty. David B. Kurzweil

Atty. David B. Kurzweil

David Kurzweil Co-Chairs the firm’s Global Restructuring & Bankruptcy Practice and is the Co-Chair of the Financial Institutions Practice. David has 30 years of experience representing corporations, partnerships, and financial institutions.

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About David B. Kurzweil at a glance

David B. Kurzweil is a business and bankruptcy attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1987). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

David Kurzweil Co-Chairs the firm’s Global Restructuring & Bankruptcy Practice and is the Co-Chair of the Financial Institutions Practice. David has 30 years of experience representing corporations, partnerships, and financial institutions. He provides innovative strategies to clients across a wide range of industries, including energy, retail, health care, technology, manufacturing, cable television, publishing, real estate, transportation, and professional corporations. With wide-ranging experience in Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, David represents financial institutions, hedge funds, debtors, creditors’ committees, and trustees. He has negotiated workouts from both the standpoint of counsel for the creditor and the debtor. In addition, he frequently represents financial institutions and companies in out-of-court debt restructurings. David also represents financial institutions in all types of financing, including asset-based loans and debtor-in-possession financing transactions.

David has played a key role in numerous restructurings, including C&J Energy Services, Ltd.; Ryckman Creek Resources, LLC; Buffetts, LLC; Buccaneer Energy Ltd.; KiOR Inc.; DirectBuy Holdings, Inc.; Piccadilly Restaurants, LLC; GTM Energy Partners, LLC; Bruno's Supermarkets, LLC; Atlantis Plastics, Inc.; Carraway Methodist Health Systems, Inc.; Tom’s Foods; and Centennial Healthcare Corporation. The C&J Energy Services, Ltd. restructuring was named one of Turnarounds & Workouts’ “Success Restructurings 2016”, and “2017 Corporate Turnaround of the Year” by Global M&A Network.

Concentrations
  • Financial restructuring
  • Asset-based lending
  • Creditors' rights
  • Commercial litigation

Practice Areas Explained

David B. Kurzweil's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Kurzweil handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is David B. Kurzweil's law office located?
David B. Kurzweil's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David B. Kurzweil handle?
David B. Kurzweil focuses on business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did David B. Kurzweil go to law school?
David B. Kurzweil earned their education at (J.D., 1987).
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What awards or recognition has David B. Kurzweil received?
David B. Kurzweil's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1987

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026

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