Atty. Michael D. DeBaecke
Michael DeBaecke concentrates his practice on bankruptcy reorganizations and related litigation, representing a variety of Chapter 11 debtors, trustees, creditors' committees, secured and unsecured creditors, landlords, asset purchasers, contract parties and parties in various bankruptcy litigation matters, including: •preference and fraudulent transfer actions •breach of fiduciary duty actions •breach of contract actions •lien priority actions In addition to his busy bankruptcy practice, which extends to courts across the country, Mr. DeBaecke is a former law clerk in the Delaware Court of Ch
Business Restructuring & Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Wilmington, DE · 33+ Years Experience
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About Michael D. DeBaecke at a Glance
Michael D. DeBaecke is a Counsel based in Wilmington, Delaware, practicing at Ashby & Geddes, P.A.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and litigation. Admitted to practice in Delaware (1993) and Pennsylvania U.S. District Court - Delaware U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Pennsylvania U (1994). Educated at College of William & Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law J.D. (—) and St. Joseph's University B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Memberships American Bankruptcy Institute. Serves clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael D. DeBaecke
- Michael DeBaecke concentrates his practice on bankruptcy reorganizations and related litigation, representing a variety of Chapter 11 debtors, trustees, creditors' committees, secured and unsecured creditors, landlords, asset purchasers, contract parties and parties in various bankruptcy litigation matters, including: •preference and fraudulent transfer actions •breach of fiduciary duty actions •breach of contract actions •lien priority actions In addition to his busy bankruptcy practice, which extends to courts across the country, Mr. DeBaecke is a former law clerk in the Delaware Court of Chancery and maintains a targeted litigation practice focused primarily on Delaware Court of Chancery corporate litigation and Delaware District Court commercial litigation
- He combines a sensible, practical approach with thorough knowledge of applicable law. -Chambers USA Chambers USAnotes that Mr. DeBaeckecombines a sensible, practical approachwiththorough knowledge of applicable law
- Sources also say that heunderstands the big pictureandgets things done that are in the best interest of the client
- Community Service & Affiliations Mr. DeBaecke is a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute and has served on the Delaware Local Bankruptcy Rules Committee
- Mr. DeBaecke is a past chair of the new lawyers section of the bankruptcy section of the Delaware State Bar
- Mr. DeBaecke has coached fifth and sixth grade boys basketball and his daughters' softball teams and is an avid tennis player
Publications Law Firm Dissolutions
- When the Music Stops, Does Anyone Need to Account for Any Unfinished Business?[Article] Delaware Law Review (Vol. 14:1) September 2013 Michael D. DeBaecke and Victoria A. Guilfoyle Turning Losses Into Gains: Bankruptcy Battles Over Tax Refunds[Article] Delaware Business Court Insider May 25, 2011 Michael D. DeBaecke and Victoria A. Guilfoyle Recognition Chambers USA2014 Recognizes Blank Rome Attorneys and Practices[Ranking] May 23, 2014 Leon R. Barson, Thomas H. Belknap, Jr., Jerry D. Bernstein, Thomas E. Biron, Michael Z. Brownstein, Kevin J. Bruno, et al
- Chambers USA2013 Recognizes Blank Rome Attorneys and Practices[Ranking] May 24, 2013 Leon R. Barson, Thomas H. Belknap, Jr., Thomas E. Biron, Kevin J. Bruno, Grant E. Buerstetta, Ernest W. Chung, et al
- Chambers USA 2012Recognizes Blank Rome Attorneys and Practices[Ranking] June 7, 2012 Thomas H. Belknap, Jr., Thomas E. Biron, Kevin J. Bruno, Ernest W. Chung, Scott F. Cooper, Michael D. DeBaecke, et al
Practice Areas Explained
Michael D. DeBaecke's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. DeBaecke handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Wilmington.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Wilmington
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Civil Litigation in Wilmington
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Wilmington
Practicing law in Delaware. Legal matters in Delaware are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilmington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Delaware state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Delaware brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Delaware courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Wilmington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Wilmington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Wilmington Choose Michael D. DeBaecke
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael D. DeBaecke's practice in the field of bankruptcy and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael D. DeBaecke brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Delaware and Pennsylvania U.S. District Court - Delaware U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Pennsylvania U, Michael D. DeBaecke can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy and litigation, Michael D. DeBaecke can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Wilmington
A Wilmington-based practice means Michael D. DeBaecke attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael D. DeBaecke Handles in Wilmington
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