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NJ Bankruptcy Judge Emphasizes Importance of Corporate Governance In Dismissing Ashley Stewart Filing

A federal bankruptcy court in New Jersey recently dismissed a Chapter 11 filing from former board members of national fashion retailer Ashley Stewart, Inc., securing a win for Roseland firm Mandelbaum Barrett’s bankruptcy practice and emphasizing the importance of corporate governance structure in bankruptcy disputes.

4 minute read February 01, 2026 at 12:07 AM
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Nicholas Malfitano
NJ Bankruptcy Judge Emphasizes Importance of Corporate Governance In Dismissing Ashley Stewart Filing

A federal bankruptcy court in New Jersey recently dismissed a Chapter 11 filing from former board members of national fashion retailer Ashley Stewart, Inc., securing a win for Roseland firm Mandelbaum Barrett’s bankruptcy practice and emphasizing the importance of corporate governance structure in bankruptcy disputes.

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