Bio

Scott Opincar is a member of the Strategic Advisory and Restructuring Department, concentrating his practice in the areas of bankruptcy (primarily Chapter 11 reorganizations), business counseling and strategic advisory services, commercial law and creditors’ rights, workouts, Uniform Commercial Code transactions, distressed mergers and acquisition, and receiverships (both state and federal). Scott is also chair of the firm's Franchise, Licensing and Distribution Practice Group. He facilitates franchise and distribution relationships. Scott’s clients include both franchisors and franchisees. He frequently counsels clients concerning franchise law, franchise agreements, franchise disclosure documents, long-term contracts, and licensing agreements. Scott has extensive experience in the restaurant industry. Additionally, Scott is the former chair of McDonald Hopkins' Professional Development Committee. Scott earned a J.D. from Cleveland State University College of Law in 1994. He received a B.A. from the University of Akron in 1991. Scott is licensed to practice in the state courts in Ohio, in various United States District Courts, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. Chambers USA ranks Scott as a leader in the field of Bankruptcy/Restructuring. Chambers notes that he “receives plaudits for his deep experience in advising distressed businesses, creditors and financial institutions on bankruptcy issues. His practice sees him regularly handle issues such as transactional work, refinancing mandates and corporate restructurings.” "A known thought-leader." "He is very practical and deal-oriented."