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Overview

Overview

Alicia Schehr is an attorney in our Finance practice group. She began her career with us in Insolvency & Reorganization, where she became proficient in bankruptcy and reorganization law. Alicia now focuses her practice on commercial finance and high-end real estate financing, specifically manufactured housing, senior living residences, and multi-family units. She assists in all aspects of financing for both borrowers and lenders, including strategic planning to poise her clients for success beyond their immediate need.

Alicia’s hands-on approach ensures that her client’s deal will close in a timely manner, and in the most cost-effective way possible. She assists with financing options, helps with acquisition and operational issues, and assists with the review and negotiation of documents. Alicia’s approach is a practical one, making her a trusted partner in her client’s overall success. She maintains her client’s best interest as her top priority. Her positive relationships with lenders and lender counsel keep the lines of communication open and timelines moving smoothly with less cost added. She considers herself a member of her clients’ team, going beyond the basics to ensure that all aspects of their transaction have been considered. She works closely with attorneys in our other practice groups, such as Tax, Real Estate, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Environmental, Intellectual Property & Information Technology, and Insolvency & Reorganization to assist with each client’s individual needs.

Education & Admissions

Education & Admissions

Education

  • University of Michigan Law School
    J.D., cum laude
    Received Certificates of Merit Awards in Bankruptcy and Advanced Legal Research
  • Michigan State University
    Bachelor’s degree

Bar Admission

  • Michigan

Affiliations

Affiliations

  • State Bar of Michigan
  • American Bankruptcy Institute, Central States Bankruptcy Workshop, Board Member (2003—2008) and Materials Co-Chair (2005—2008)
  • National Association of Credit Managers, Great Lakes, Director and Vice-Chair/Secretary (2002—2005)
  • Turnaround Management Association, Member and Program Committee
  • Commercial Law League of America, Bankruptcy Section Executive Council