Luis Salazar

Luis Salazar, a prominent figure in South Florida's legal realm, possesses a wealth of experience in navigating the intricate terrains of distress and compliance. Over the course of two decades, he has zealously represented both individuals and corporations grappling with intricate commercial obstacles and crises. His profound expertise has been instrumental in spearheading the restructuring or Chapter 11 reorganization endeavors of numerous renowned companies across diverse industries with assets totaling in the billions. Acknowledged by Chambers and Partners, a premier attorney rating agency, Luis is commended for his unique ability to blend legal proficiency with practical business insights.

Luis is renowned as a Certified Information Privacy Professional and HIPAA Auditor, extending invaluable guidance to financial institutions and other enterprises on a wide array of compliance matters. His counsel spans various areas including GLBA, Federal Trade Commission Act, Red Flag Id Theft, eDiscovery, cross-border data transfers, cybersecurity, and internal governance issues. Noteworthy is his role in crafting the Privacy Policy Enforcement in Bankruptcy Act, a pivotal legislation safeguarding consumers' personal data during distressed sales.

Luis's eminence in the legal landscape is indisputable, evident through his inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America from 2007 to 2020 and the esteemed Chambers & Partners USA Guide from 2007 to 2019. Further, he has been lauded as a distinguished 'Leading Restructuring and Insolvency Lawyer' by the PLC Cross-Border Handbook spanning from 2008 to 2012. His caliber is underscored by an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale Hubble.

At the helm of a Corporate Bankruptcy Team, Luis has steered the group to various distinctions, including the Insolvency & Restructuring Firm of the Year in 2010 as designated by Finance Monthly Magazine. Additionally, the team's prowess was acknowledged by U.S. News and World Report/Best Lawyers as a top-tier bankruptcy reorganization and litigation practice in Florida. Moreover, they clinched the title of USA Restructuring Law Firm of the Year in 2011 from Acquisition International Magazine, along with the M & A’s Deal of the Year 2011.

In terms of education, Luis pursued a JD in Law from Columbia Law School, an MBA in Management from the University of Miami Herbert Business School, and a BA in Political Science from Drew University. Professionally, he serves as a Partner at Salazar Law, LLP, having previously held roles at Infante Zumpano Salazar, LLP, Greenberg Traurig, P.A., and Cole, Schotz, Meisel, Forman & Leonard, P.A.