Atty. Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar

Atty. Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar

Lawrence E. Oscar, former CEO and managing partner of Hahn Loeser & Parks and currently the firm’s Ohio Regional Coordinating Partner, and Business Enterprises Practice Area Co-Chair, serves as a key advisor to executive management at NYSE and Fortune 1000 companies.

Cleveland Cleveland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar at a glance

Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar is a bankruptcy and m&a attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1981). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1981) and University of Pennsylvania (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Lawrence E. Oscar, former CEO and managing partner of Hahn Loeser & Parks and currently the firm’s Ohio Regional Coordinating Partner, and Business Enterprises Practice Area Co-Chair, serves as a key advisor to executive management at NYSE and Fortune 1000 companies
  • He provides counsel for a wide range of situations and issues, including overall strategy, dispute resolution, employee relations, mergers and acquisitions, political developments and pricing strategies, among others
  • Ranked as one of the top Bankruptcy/Restructuring lawyers in Ohio, according to Chambers USA, Larry’s clients praise his “unique ability to see the most important aspects of a case or situation before others,” and appreciate that he “truly grasps the economic situation and places business issues at the fore.” Larry’s significant knowledge and business acumen has made him a trusted counselor to businesses, secured and unsecured creditors, creditors’ committees, debtors and trustees in reorganization and insolvency matters
  • financial institutions, vendors and other creditor or debtor interests in connection with numerous workout, composition and extension arrangements
  • and acquirers of financially distressed businesses inside and outside of bankruptcy proceedings

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar

Where is Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar's law office located?
Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar handle?
Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar focuses on bankruptcy, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar practiced law?
Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar go to law school?
Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar received?
Lawrence E. "Larry" Oscar's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1981
B.S.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1978

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chapter 12
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Committee Representation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Creditor Committees
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Creditors' Rights
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Debtors' Rights
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workouts and Restructurings
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — he Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ChambersUSA
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Bankruptcy/Restructuring, 2005-25
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Ohio Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Bankruptcy: Business, 2004-25
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Cleveland)
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1981

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