Jennifer Novo

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        Jennifer Novo Jennifer Novo

        Known for her thoughtful approach and quiet competence, Jennifer approaches each matter with an understanding of the big picture and the details needed to meet her client’s goals.

        Jennifer represents debtors and creditors in a broad range of bankruptcy-related matters, including Chapter 11 reorganizations, asset sales and acquisitions, and bankruptcy-related litigation.

        Prior to joining Verrill, Jennifer practiced at a prominent New England law firm and has held many bankruptcy-related positions, including a two-year clerkship with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts.

        Outside of the office, Jennifer enjoys taking day trips to nearby towns and historic sites, hiking local and national parks, learning winter sports, or playing board and video games with friends. When looking to relax, she enjoys staying home to read, watch Korean dramas, and taking care of her plants.

        Services/Industries

        Education

        • University of Minnesota Law School (J.D.)
        • University of Chicago (B.A., with honors)

        Bar Admissions

        • Maine
        • Minnesota
        • Massachusetts

        Court and Other Admissions

        • U.S. District Court for the District of Maine
        • U.S Bankruptcy Court for the District of Maine
        • U.S. District Court for the District Of Massachusetts
        • U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts

        Memberships

        • American Bar Association
        • American Bankruptcy Institute
        • International Women’s Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation

        Honors

        • U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Maine Pro Bono Honor Roll
        • Katahdin Counsel Recognition for pro bono efforts

        Learn more about the third-party ratings, rankings, and selection processes used for inclusion.

        Clerkships

        • United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts
        Business Restructuring & Insolvency

        Verrill’s business restructuring and insolvency attorneys have represented clients in many significant bankruptcy cases, including Chapter 11 business reorganizations, Chapter 7 business liquidations, and Chapter 13 cases involving business issues, throughout the United States, resulting in a high level of sophistication that benefits the wide range of clients we serve.

        Firm Highlights

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