Av. Brian A. McDowell
Brian A. McDowell practices in the areas of bankruptcy, insolvency litigation and receiverships.
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About Brian A. McDowell at a glance
Brian A. McDowell is a bankruptcy attorney based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at University of Florida (BS). 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 Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Brian A. McDowell practices in the areas of bankruptcy, insolvency litigation and receiverships
- In bankruptcy, Mr. McDowell has primarily focused on representing debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, tenants, landlords, asset purchasers, defendants in adversary proceedings and trustees
- These matters have arisen in both voluntary and involuntary Chapter 11 cases
- Mr. McDowell has conducted two jury trials in the United States Bankruptcy Court
- In addition to Mr. McDowell's debtor and creditor representation, Mr. McDowell has also represented clients in a variety of litigation matters including foreclosure, fraud, Lantham Act, Interstate Land Sales Act, real estate and collections actions, as well as fraudulent transfer and preference actions
- Mr. McDowell has handled a wide range of cases in different industries including hotel and hospitality, aviation, maritime, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, retail and real estate
- Mr. McDowell has also had the occasion to serve as equity receiver and counsel for the receiver in matters involving various federal agencies
- In these roles, Mr. McDowell has been responsible for the management and liquidation of a variety of businesses, the pursuit of claims of the receivership estates, and the evaluation and disposition of claims of creditors
- Mr. McDowell has also been responsible for securing the turnover of assets by defendants
- Mr. McDowell has spoken on various issues, including construction, finance, corporate renewal and turnaround management
- Additionally, Mr. McDowell has spoken at various continuing legal education seminars regarding bankruptcy and insolvency issues
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Orlando are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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