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

        Blog

        Voluntary Benefits Move into the ERISA Litigation Crosshairs

        Employee-paid accident, critical-illness, cancer, and hospital-indemnity insurance have long occupied a quiet corner of employee benefit plan...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        Maine’s New Employer Surveillance Law, 26 M.R.S. § 620-A

        Effective July 14, 2026 Maine employers that electronically monitor employees must comply with a new disclosure law effective July 14, 2026. Under...
        Press Releases

        Verrill Recognized by U.S. News as One of the Best Law Firms to Work for in 2026

        BOSTON, Mass., BANGOR and PORTLAND, Maine, GREENWICH and WESTPORT, Conn., – Verrill has been featured on U.S. News’ 2026 Best Companies to Work...
        Blog

        SECURE 2.0 Roth Catch-Up Rules and the 403(b) 15-Year Catch-Up: What Tax-Exempt Employers Need to Know

        Tax-exempt employers whose 403(b) plans offer catch-up contributions for participants age 50 and above should be well on their way to compliance with...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Quoted in Law360 on SIMAD Summer Camp Bankruptcy Sale

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was recently quoted in a Law360 article examining the Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings involving SIMAD Holdings and...
        Media Mentions

        Chris Tsouros Featured in Law360’s Coverage of Sports Real Estate Deals

        Verrill Partner Chris Tsouros was recently recognized in a Law360 article highlighting law firms involved in significant sports real estate projects...
        Blog

        What Maine’s New Employer Surveillance Law Means for Maine Employers

        Maine employers who monitor their workforce, whether through productivity software, GPS, call recording, or cameras, have a new compliance obligation...
        Blog

        Run Don’t Walk: The Implication of “While Supplies Last” Prize Promotions

        This month a big-chain grocery store has been offering daily mystery boxes during specific timed drops on a first-come, first-served basis, to users...
        Blog

        Maine’s Noncompete Statute is Reshaped for Health Care Workers: What You Need to Know

        Employers of individuals who are licensed under state law to perform, or provide, health care services in the State of Maine should be prepared for...
        Media Mentions

        Steven Davis Featured in the Environmental Business Journal

        Steven Davis, President of Verrill Strategic Consulting, was recently interviewed and featured in the Environmental Business Journal, Volume 39...
        Blog

        What is a Bonus for Purposes of ERISA?

        An ongoing dispute about a Department of Labor advisory opinion published last September raises a basic but unanswered question under the ERISA: What...
        Media Mentions

        Verrill Recognized by WMTW for Partnership Supporting Hunger Relief in Maine

        Verrill was recently featured in coverage by WMTW News 8 for its role in a collaborative effort to combat food insecurity across southern...