Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Bankruptcy Claims Buyers in New York, NY
Founded in 1992 by Michael Singer, Argo Partners has established itself as a pioneering leader in the bankruptcy claims trading and litigation funding industry. Our core expertise lies in acquiring creditors' claims against distressed and insolvent entities, providing liquidity solutions for creditors in Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases across the United States. Over three decades, we've expanded our capabilities to include Canadian insolvencies under CCAA and BIA, UK administrations and liquidations, insurance company receiverships, and class action litigation rights. Our team of seasoned finance and bankruptcy specialists combines deep market knowledge with a streamlined assignment process that delivers competitive pricing and expedited payment options.With a proven track record in both reorganizing and liquidating bankruptcies, we maintain rigorous analytical standards while adapting to evolving market conditions. Our litigation funding services further demonstrate our commitment to innovative financial solutions, supporting stakeholders in complex bankruptcy proceedings and appellate matters. Through consistent operational excellence and ethical business practices, we've cultivated trusted relationships with creditors, trustees, and legal professionals nationwide.
Services
Bankruptcy Claims Trading
Litigation Funding
Canadian Insolvencies
UK Insolvencies
Insurance Liquidations
Class Action Rights
Receivership Claims
Debt Assignment Services
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in bankruptcy claims trading
- Our team includes finance and bankruptcy specialists with decades of collective experience
- We offer a streamlined, transparent assignment process for creditors
- We provide competitive pricing and expedited payment options
- We operate across US, Canadian, and UK insolvency markets
Services
Bankruptcy Claims Trading
We specialize in acquiring unsecured claims, administrative claims, and litigation rights from creditors in Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 bankruptcies. Our streamlined process ensures competitive pricing and expedited payment options for creditors seeking liquidity. With expertise in both reorganizing and liquidating bankruptcies, we provide reliable solutions across all US bankruptcy courts.
Litigation Funding
Our litigation funding services support stakeholders in bankruptcy proceedings and appellate matters by providing financial resources to pursue viable legal claims. We offer both individual case funding and portfolio-based solutions for debtors, creditors, and legal professionals involved in complex financial disputes and insolvency cases.
Canadian Insolvencies
We purchase claims from creditors involved in Canadian insolvency cases under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) and Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA). With two decades of experience in the Canadian market, we offer specialized expertise in evaluating and acquiring distressed claims from cross-border bankruptcy proceedings.
UK Insolvencies
Since 2010, we've expanded our capabilities to include UK administrations and liquidations. Our team provides liquidity solutions for creditors involved in British insolvency cases, leveraging our extensive experience in cross-border bankruptcy claim valuation and acquisition across multiple jurisdictions.
Insurance Liquidations
We specialize in purchasing claims against distressed insurance companies in receivership. Our expertise includes evaluating complex insurance liquidation claims and providing creditors with reliable liquidity solutions through competitive pricing and professional claim assessment services.
People
Michael Singer
Founder
Michael Singer founded Argo Partners in 1992 as an investment fund focused on creditors' claims against distressed companies. With over three decades of experience in bankruptcy claim valuation, he has established the firm as an industry leader in distressed debt trading and litigation funding.
Elise Sanders
Distressed Debt Analyst
Elise Sanders brings specialized expertise in analyzing complex bankruptcy claims and evaluating distressed debt instruments. Her analytical approach helps identify valuable claim opportunities while maintaining rigorous risk assessment standards across various insolvency scenarios.
Kevin Soper
Distressed Debt Analyst
Kevin Soper specializes in assessing bankruptcy claims and distressed asset valuations. With extensive experience in financial analysis and insolvency proceedings, he contributes to the firm's comprehensive evaluation process for acquiring creditors' claims in various jurisdictions.
Benjamin Ruzow
Litigation Funding
Benjamin Ruzow manages litigation funding initiatives, providing financial resources for legal claims in bankruptcy and appellate proceedings. His expertise includes evaluating case viability and structuring funding solutions that meet the needs of debtors, creditors, and legal professionals.
Zeeshan Aziz
Co-Head of Trading
Zeeshan Aziz co-leads trading operations at Argo Partners, overseeing claim acquisition strategies and market analysis. With deep knowledge of distressed debt markets, he helps optimize pricing models and execution strategies for bankruptcy claim purchases.
Questions
What types of bankruptcy claims do you purchase?
We buy all claim types including unsecured claims, administrative claims, 503(b)(9) claims, vendor claims, trade claims, rejection claims, landlord/lease claims, and lienholder claims in both Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 cases.
How does your claim assignment process work?
Our process involves claim evaluation, documentation review, and competitive pricing assessment. We provide a streamlined assignment process with transparent terms and expedited payment options once agreements are finalized.
Do you operate outside the United States?
Yes, we purchase claims in Canadian insolvencies under CCAA/BIA, UK administrations/liquidations, and insurance company receiverships globally, in addition to our core US bankruptcy market operations.
What is your litigation funding service?
Our litigation funding provides financial resources to stakeholders pursuing legal claims in bankruptcy and appellate proceedings, supporting debtors, creditors, and legal professionals with viable case funding solutions.
How quickly do you pay for purchased claims?
We prioritize fast payment options after completing our evaluation process and finalizing agreements, with timelines depending on documentation completeness and claim verification requirements.
What determines claim valuation prices?
Valuation considers claim type, jurisdiction, case complexity, potential recovery percentages, and market conditions, with pricing determined through our proprietary analysis framework developed over 30 years of industry experience.
