Atty. N. Chris "Chris" Glenos

Atty. N. Chris "Chris" Glenos

Chris is a creditor's rights attorney with extensive experience in high stakes insolvency and bankruptcy-related litigation. He routinely represents creditor clients in commercial litigation, fraudulent transfer and preference actions, contested bankruptcy matters, lender liability claims, commercial foreclosures, executions, replevin actions and prejudgment seizures.

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About N. Chris "Chris" Glenos at a glance

N. Chris "Chris" Glenos is a bankruptcy attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association. Educated at The University of Alabama (J.D., 1993) and The University of Alabama (B.S., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Chris is a creditor's rights attorney with extensive experience in high stakes insolvency and bankruptcy-related litigation
  • He routinely represents creditor clients in commercial litigation, fraudulent transfer and preference actions, contested bankruptcy matters, lender liability claims, commercial foreclosures, executions, replevin actions and prejudgment seizures
  • Chris has also successfully represented lender clients in numerous complex workouts and restructurings outside of court
  • Chris’s recent engagements include representing HealthSouth Corp. in the collection of a $2.9 billion judgment against its former CEO, Richard Scrushy
  • defense of BB&T in avoidance litigation brought by the bankruptcy trustee of The Colonial BancGroup, Inc., seeking to claw back $324 million in assets acquired by BB&T from the FDIC as the Receiver of Colonial Bank
  • and defense of HealthSouth in a fraudulent transfer action brought in Alabama state court by the holder of a $376 million consent judgment against a former subsidiary of HealthSouth

Practice Areas Explained

N. Chris "Chris" Glenos's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases N. Chris "Chris" Glenos 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about N. Chris "Chris" Glenos

Where is N. Chris "Chris" Glenos's law office located?
N. Chris "Chris" Glenos's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does N. Chris "Chris" Glenos handle?
N. Chris "Chris" Glenos focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
Where did N. Chris "Chris" Glenos go to law school?
N. Chris "Chris" Glenos earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact N. Chris "Chris" Glenos for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has N. Chris "Chris" Glenos received?
N. Chris "Chris" Glenos's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

J.D.
The University of Alabama
- 1993
B.S.
The University of Alabama
- 1989

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
- 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 — Creditors' Rights
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workouts and Restructurings
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rated
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Board Certified in Creditors’ Rights Law by the American Board of Certification
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Chambers USA, Bankruptcy/Restructuring, 2011-2013
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association

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