Our Relationship with IR Global
Thomas H. Curran Associates, LLC is a member of IR Global which comprises of top-tier boutique and mid-sized firms. These firms provide partner-led, personalized service with extensive cross-border experience.
IR Global gives our firm access to over 1,500+ global advisors across 170+ jurisdictions and covering 60 practice areas, this allows us to offer bespoke advice tailored to any complex requirement.

Thomas H. Curran
Managing Partner

Brian J. LeFort
Associate Attorney
“Putting an international team together is not easy. With IR Global we’re able to collaborate with our colleague firms in the network and put it all together very quickly.”
Thomas H. Curran – Managing Partner



Thomas H. Curran Associates, LLC & IR Global News & Events
The State of Healthcare Bankruptcy in the U.S.: Why 2025 Is a Turning Point
Jennifer Riggins sits down with Thomas Curran, Managing Partner of Thomas H. Curran Associates, to unpack the accelerating wave of healthcare bankruptcies across the United States—and why 2025 represents a pivotal turning point for the industry.
Together, they examine the rise of mega Chapter 11 filings, including high-profile cases like Steward Healthcare, which has reshaped entire regional healthcare landscapes. Thomas explains how private equity ownership, rising labor and inflation-driven operational costs, and post-COVID staffing pressures have pushed many systems to the brink.
Expanding in the Southwest: From Insolvency in Oklahoma to Asset Recovery in Texas
Jennifer Riggins, host of IR Global: Expertise Unlocked, is joined by Thomas H. Curran, founder of Thomas H. Curran Associates. Thomas discusses his national commercial litigation and insolvency practice, drawing on nearly 40 years of experience across multiple U.S. jurisdictions. He also highlights a complex cross-border insolvency case he has worked on for more than a decade, offering insights into the shifting trends shaping today’s restructuring landscape.
IR Global Headline Sponsor Video
In September 2024, Thomas H. Curran Associates was a headline sponsor for IR Global’s Annual Conference in Paris.
In this video, Managing Partner Thomas Curran discusses how our international connections at IR Global help to support our clients.
IR Global Membership Sponsor Video
Thomas H. Curran was membership sponsor of the IR Global ‘On the Road’ conference in Boston.
Hear Thom discuss the following:
👉 His firm’s location, expertise and team
👉 How leveraging IR Global enhances the firm’s cross border work, benefiting his clients
👉 The key components to success when utilising the IR Global network including golf trips and traveling around the world
👉 His excitement of building relationships with new members whilst reconnecting with existing members
The Dunne Cross-Border Insolvency Case
Jennifer Riggins, host of the IR Global: Expertise Unlocked was joined by Thomas H. Curran, Managing Partner of Thomas H. Curran Associates, LLC. Thomas Curran goes into detail about his business law firm that specialise in commercial litigation, insolvency, and insolvency litigation across the United States. With approximately 37 years of experience practicing in the insolvency area, the firm brings a wealth of expertise to his clients. Thom goes into detail about a recent cross-border insolvency case he has been involved in for around 12 years and the details surrounding it.
Legal Topics & Trends
The New Era of Preference Action Defense
A notable shift is emerging in the treatment and pursuit of avoidance actions as bankruptcy filings continue to...
The Compliance Era of Crypto in Insolvency Practice
After years of regulatory uncertainty, the cryptocurrency industry now operates within a clearer framework. New...
Venue Strategy in Chapter 11: Why Texas Is Gaining Ground
For decades, Delaware and the Southern District of New York dominated large corporate Chapter 11 bankruptcy...
Is Chapter 11 Facing New Competition? The Rise of Offshore Restructuring and Chapter 15 Recognition
As cross-border insolvencies continue to evolve, a notable shift is emerging in how complex restructurings are...
Enforcing Arbitration Awards in Complex Cross-Border Environments
A recent decision from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia underscores the strength of the...
Restructuring in London, Recognition in Texas
In late 2025, Fossil Group completed a significant debt restructuring by turning to the English courts rather than...
Fraudulent Transfers and “Asset Moves” Before Filing
Fraudulent transfer scrutiny often intensifies when a distressed company finally files for bankruptcy protection....
Preference Actions Return to Center Stage
In November 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review a Fifth Circuit ruling in the Sanchez Energy Chapter 11...
U.S. Judgments Abroad: Do They Travel as Well as Creditors Think?
While the U.S. is a powerful venue for obtaining judgments, enforcing them abroad remains uneven. Many...
IR Global Events & News
THCA Reinforces Cross-Border Relationships at IR Global Vancouver as Headline Sponsor
IR Global’s ‘On the Road’ Conference took place in Vancouver earlier this month, bringing together leading legal,...
Thomas H. Curran Recognised as IR Global TENCLUB Member
Thomas H. Curran Associates, LLC’s Managing Partner, Thomas H. Curran, has recently been recognised as a member of...
THCA Heads to Canada as Headline Sponsor of IR Global ‘On the Road’ Vancouver
Managing Partner Thomas H. Curran and Associate Attorney Christopher Auray will soon be attending IR Global’s ‘On...
Is Chapter 11 Facing New Competition? The Rise of Offshore Restructuring and Chapter 15 Recognition
As cross-border insolvencies continue to evolve, a notable shift is emerging in how complex restructurings are...
THCA Celebrates Successful Sponsorship at IR Global Singapore
IR Global’s first ‘On the Road’ Conference of 2026 took place in Singapore from March 10th–14th, bringing together...
Thomas H. Curran Associates to Sponsor Opening Drinks Reception at IR Global ‘On the Road’ Conference in Singapore
Managing Partner Thomas H. Curran will be attending IR Global’s first ‘On the Road’ Conference of 2026 in...
Evaluating Global Arbitration Hubs: What Matters Most for Enforcement and Recovery
As cross-border insolvency and international arbitration continue to converge, creditors increasingly face a...
Crypto Bankruptcy Claw-Backs: Strategic Imperatives for Creditors
The collapse of major digital-asset platforms in recent years has propelled bankruptcy avoidance actions into the...
Enforcing Foreign Arbitral Awards in the U.S.: Recent Developments and Implications for Creditors
The enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in the United States has become an increasingly complex area of law,...
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