Honors and Awards

Kenneth A Rosen has received prestigious honors, including the Martindale-Hubbell Award for his outstanding legal ability and ethical standards.

Recognized by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve with the Commander's Award for supporting the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation program, Rosen's exceptional legal acumen earned him "Lawyer of the Year" titles from Best Lawyers in Litigation - Bankruptcy (2021) and Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2017; 2024). Consistently listed in The Best Lawyers in America from 2003 to 2024 and achieving top-tier rankings in Chambers Review USA, Rosen maintains a stellar reputation in Bankruptcy/Restructuring, reflected in his ongoing inclusion in the New Jersey Super Lawyers list for Bankruptcy: Business and Securities & Corporate Finance.

2023

Martindale-Hubbell Award

Highest possible rating in both legal ability & ethical standards

2023

U.S. Marine Corps Reserve: Commander's Award

Recognized by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve with its Commander’s Award for his support of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation program

2022

NJBIZ’s 2022 list of Leaders in Law.

NJBIZ proudly reveals the 2022 Leaders in Law honorees, a distinguished list that includes Kenneth A. Rosen. This celebration of legal professionals recognizes their exceptional dedication to both their legal careers and communities. Selected through an open nomination process, honorees, including lawyers and general counsels, were carefully chosen by an independent panel of judges with extensive experience in the justice system. The awards ceremony is scheduled for May 24 from 8-10 a.m. at The Palace at Somerset Park, offering a platform to commend and honor these outstanding individuals, including Kenneth A. Rosen, for their significant contributions to the legal field and community service.

2017, 2021, 2024

Lawyer of the Year, published by Best Lawyers

Ranked as "Lawyer of the Year" in Litigation - Bankruptcy (2021) and Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2017; 2024) sections

2003-2024

The Best Lawyers in America, published by Best Lawyers

Recognized in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Bankruptcy sections

16 Years Ranked Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Chambers Review USA

Band 1 /Restructuring - New Jersey Kenneth Rosen garners impressive recognition from both clients and peers. His extensive experience includes handling Chapter 11 proceedings.

2005-2007, 2016-2023

New Jersey Super Lawyers, published by Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters)

Recognized for work in Bankruptcy: Business and Securities & Corporate Finance

Case Experience

Kenneth A. Rosen's impressive case experience spans a diverse range of industries, showcasing his versatile legal expertise. From representing Aceto Pharma, Astoria Graphics, and B. Riley as an inventory liquidator to providing counsel for Big Brothers/Big Sisters chapters and contributing to the restructuring of Century 21, Rosen has demonstrated his proficiency. He has played a pivotal role in cases involving companies such as Harry & David, Hollister Construction, Johnson & Johnson in the LTL bankruptcy, Marcal Paper, Michael’s Stores, Modell’s Sporting Goods, NYC Opera, and more. His extensive portfolio reflects Rosen's ability to navigate complex legal issues across various sectors, making him a trusted advisor in the legal landscape.

Ken is also pleased to serve as liquidation trustee of Mystical Stars, LLC in the liquidation of its various real estate assets (vacant land, residential and commercial)

Aceto Pharma
Astoria Graphics
B. Riley as inventory liquidator
Big Brothers/Big Sisters (2 chapters)
Century 21
Duro-Dyne
Earthcolor
Exide Technologies
GAF (G-1)
Gordon Brothers as lender
Harry & David
Hickory Printing
Hilton of Long Branch
Hollister Construction
Johnson & Johnson in LTL bankruptcy
Marcal Paper
Michael’s Stores as lease purchaser
Modell’s Sporting Goods
NYC Opera
Newark Group
Orchids Paper
Puck Building
Quebecor
Star Tribune
State Insulation
Sun Times Media
Verso Paper

Industry Experience

Kenneth A. Rosen possesses a wealth of industry experience, offering legal expertise across diverse sectors. His proficiency spans food processing, trucking and transportation, performing arts, distribution, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, printing and graphic arts, paper and packaging, retail and consumer, construction, healthcare, and real estate. This extensive background showcases his versatility and ability to navigate the unique legal challenges within each industry, making him a trusted advisor for businesses across a wide spectrum of sectors.

Construction
Distribution
Food processing
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Paper and Packaging
Performing Arts
Pharmaceuticals
Printing and Graphic Arts
Real Estate
Retail and Consumer
Trucking & transportation

Pro Bono

Kenneth A. Rosen has dedicated his legal expertise to various pro bono initiatives, underscoring his commitment to serving communities in need. He has provided pro bono representation for a drug abuse and rehabilitation center, offering legal support crucial to their operations. Additionally, he assisted Big Brothers-Big Sisters chapters in their Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, navigating legal intricacies to aid these essential community organizations. Rosen contributes by evaluating proposed guardians for developmentally disabled persons through court appointments, ensuring the protection and welfare of these individuals. Furthermore, he generously offered pro bono representation to the New York City Opera during its Chapter 11 bankruptcy case, aiding the cultural institution during a challenging period. Moreover, Rosen extended his legal expertise to support a homeless shelter in financial work-out proceedings, highlighting his dedication to assisting organizations that serve vulnerable populations.

Representation on nonprofit arts foundation in Newark, New Jersey in orderly wind down.

Representation of non-profit theater company in California in a financial restructuring..

Representation of drug abuse and rehabilitation center.

Two Chapters of of Big Brothers-Big Sisters in separate chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganizations

Developmentally disabled persons in Superior Court of New Jersey guardianship proceedings ( ~12)

Representation of New York City Opera in chapter 11 bankruptcy case.

Representation of homeless shelter in financial work-out

Civic Activities

Beyond his legal endeavors, Rosen is actively engaged in various philanthropic and nonprofit initiatives, with a primary focus on health care and education. He serves as a board member for prominent organizations such as The All-Stars Project, National Yiddish Theater Folksbiene, and Lincoln Center Business Council.

Moreover, he contributes as a trustee of R.W.J Barnabas Health, lending his expertise to committees such as Audit, Compliance, and Strategic Planning1. Previously, he held the esteemed position of Chair of the Board at the New York City Opera and contributed as an Ex Officio Member of the Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey, Bankruptcy Committee CLE, and Bench/Bar Subcommittee.

Supplied pinball machines for the children’s’ game room at the Morris Cancer Center at Robert Wood Johnson Hospital.

The All-Stars Project : Board Member

R.W.J Barnabas Health: Trustee, Audit Committee, Compliance Committee, Strategic Planning Committee

National Yiddish Theater Folksbiene : Board Member

Member of Lincoln Center Business Council

Counsel for New York City Opera in chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization

Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey : Ex Officio Member, Bankruptcy Committee CLE, and Bench/Bar Subcommittee

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