Brief info

Jesse Cloyd is an experienced bankruptcy and commercial litigation attorney who helps businesses and stakeholders address financial distress and resolve complex disputes. He represents all sides of bankruptcy matters, including debtors, creditors, trustees and receivers, and handles related commercial litigation when disputes extend beyond the bankruptcy court. Clients rely on Jesse for his strategic, efficient approach and his ability to drive meaningful results in high-pressure situations. He is known for being a smart, practical advocate who communicates clearly and focuses on what will move a matter toward resolution. His work also spans a range of industries, including aviation, commodities, construction, financial services, gaming, not-for-profit, recycling, real estate, and retail.

Jesse has practiced in South Florida for more than 15 years and joined Agentis in 2019, appreciating the firm’s collaborative environment and commitment to sophisticated, high-level work. Recently elevated to equity partner, he is actively involved in the region’s bankruptcy community and continues to grow his network through professional organizations and community engagement. Dedicated to his clients’ long-term success, Jesse enjoys speaking and writing on emerging bankruptcy issues and working closely with business leaders to help them make informed decisions and protect their interests. Outside the office, Jesse is active in his children’s school and sports activities and enjoys staying connected to his South Florida community.

PUBLICATIONS

• Are Bankruptcy Courts Loosening Standards for Student Loan Discharge? ABI Committee Newsletter, Commercial Fraud, January 2019.
• A Warning to Serial Bankruptcy Filers and a New Remedy for Creditors, Daily Business Review, August 1, 2018.

REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS

• Represented Florida Gaming Corp., former owner of Miami Jai-Alai, in its chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Through the bankruptcy, Florida Gaming sold its assets for $155 million, and as a result, was able to confirm a plan which paid unsecured creditors in full.
• Represented New Beginnings of South Florida Inc., a not-for-profit corporation, in its successful chapter 11 reorganization. Through the plan, New Beginnings successfully restructured 2.5 million in debt and will pay unsecured creditors in full.
• Represented the liquidating trustee of Taylor Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp., in the effort to recover more than $500 million in fraudulent transfers.
• Represented Tousa, Inc. in the prosecution of over 1,500 adversary proceedings to recover avoidable transfers.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

• Legal 500 US Elite Ranking: Miami – Finance and Restructuring, 2026

PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

• Bankruptcy Bar Association for the Southern District of Florida, Director (2016-2019)
• Member, Bankruptcy Bar Association for the Southern District of Florida
• Member, Florida Business Law Section

EDUCATION

• J.D., Nova Southeastern University – Shepard Broad Law Center
• B.S., Corporate Finance, Clemson University

ADMITTED TO

• Florida Bar
• United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
• United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
• United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida
• United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida

PRIOR AFFILIATIONS

• Tripp Scott, P.A.
• Berger Singerman