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x : Chapter 11
In re: : Case No. 11-11795 (KG) PERKINS & MARIE CALLENDER'S INC., et al.,' : (Jointly Administered)
: Objection Deadline: December 5, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. (ET)
Debtors.
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FOURTH MONTHLY APPLICATION OF ROPES & GRAY LLP FOR ALLOWANCE OF COMPENSATION AND REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES AS COUNSEL FOR THE OFFICIAL COMMITTEE OF UNSECURED CREDITORS FOR THE PERIOD OCTOBER 1, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2011 Name of applicant: Authorized to provide professional services to: Date of retention: Period for which compensation and reimbursement is sought: Amount of compensation sought as actual, reasonable, and necessary: Ropes & Gray LLP Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors June 24, 2011 (nunc pro tunc)
$251,580.25
Amount of expenses reimbursement sought as actual, reasonable, and necessary: $13,761.69 This is a
X monthly
interim
final
application
The Debtors, together with the last four digits of each Debtor's federal tax identification number are: Perkins & Marie Callender's Inc. (4388); Perkins & Marie Callender's Holding Inc. (3999); Perkins & Marie Callender's Realty LLC (N/A); Perkins Finance Corp. (0081); Wilshire Restaurant Group LLC (0938); PMCI Promotions LLC (7308); Marie Callender Pie Shops, Inc. (7414); Marie Callender Wholesalers, Inc. (1978); MACAL Investors, Inc. (4225); MCID, Inc. (2015); Wilshire Beverage, Inc. (5887); and FIV Corp. (3448). The mailing address for the Debtors is 6075 Poplar Avenue, Suite 800, Memphis, TN 38119.
Prior monthly fee and expense applications filed: Holdback Fees (20% of Approved Fees) $33,992.60 $47,772.00 $50,727.20
IN THE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF DELAWARE x : Chapter 11 In re: : Case No. 11-11795 (KG) PERKINS & MARIE CALLENDER'S INC., et a1., 1 : (Jointly Administered)
: Objection Deadline: December 5, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. (ET)
Debtors.
FOURTH MONTHLY APPLICATION OF ROPES & GRAY LLP FOR ALLOWANCE OF COMPENSATION AND REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES AS COUNSEL FOR THE OFFICIAL COMMITTEE OF UNSECURED CREDITORS FOR THE PERIOD OCTOBER 1, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2011 Pursuant to sections 330 and 331 of title 11 of the United States Code, 11 U.S.C. 1011330 (the "Bankruptcy Code"), Rule 2016 of the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure (the
"Bankruptcy Rules"), Rule 2016-2 of the Local Rules for the United States Bankruptcy Court for
the District of Delaware (the "Local Rules"), and the Order Establishing Procedures for Interim Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses of Professionals Pursuant to 11 U.S.C. 105(a) and 331 [Docket No. 156] (the "Interim Compensation Order"), Ropes & Gray LLP ("Ropes &
Gray"), counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors (the "Committee") of Perkins
& Marie Callender's Inc., and its affiliated debtors and debtors in possession in the abovecaptioned chapter 11 cases (collectively, the "Debtors"), hereby files this fourth monthly application (the "Application") for allowance of compensation in the amount of $251,580.25 and reimbursement of expenses in the amount of $13,761.69 for the period October 1, 2011, through
The Debtors, together with the last four digits of each Debtor's federal tax identification number are: Perkins & Marie Callender's Inc. (4388); Perkins & Marie Callender's Holding Inc. (3999); Perkins & Marie Callender's Realty LLC (N/A); Perkins Finance Corp. (0081); Wilshire Restaurant Group LLC (0938); PMCI Promotions LLC (7308); Marie Callender Pie Shops, Inc. (7414); Marie Callender Wholesalers, Inc. (1978); MACAL Investors, Inc. (4225); MCID, Inc. (2015); Wilshire Beverage, Inc. (5887); and FIV Corp. (3448). The mailing address for the Debtors is 6075 Poplar Avenue, Suite 800, Memphis, TN 38119.
October 31, 2011 (the "Fourth Period"). In support of this Application, Ropes & Gray respectfully represents as follows:
1334. Venue of this proceeding and this Application is proper in this district pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 1408 and 1409. This matter is a core proceeding within the meaning of 28 U.S.C. 157(b)(2)(A) and (M). 2. The statutory bases for relief requested herein are Bankruptcy Code sections
Background
3. On June 13, 2011 (the "Petition Date"), each of the Debtors filed a voluntary
petition for relief under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. Pursuant to Bankruptcy Code sections 1107 and 1108, the Debtors continue in the management and operation of their businesses and properties as debtors in possession. The Debtors' chapter 11 cases have been consolidated for procedural purposes only and are being jointly administered pursuant to Bankruptcy Rule 1015(b). No trustee or examiner has been appointed in these cases. 4. On June 24, 2011, the Office of the United States Trustee appointed the
Committee and designated the following seven members to serve on the Committee: (i) The Coca-Cola Company, (ii) Wilmington Trust Company, (iii) Standard General Master Fund LP, 2
On September 16, 2011, Standard General Master Fund LP resigned from the Committee by tendering its resignation to the Office of the United States Trustee.
(iv) News America Marketing, (v) Luna Family Trust, (vi) Northgate Station, LP, and (vii) Mr. Benjamin Monroy. 3 5. On July 9, 2011, the Court entered the Interim Compensation Order, which
provides that professionals retained in these cases may file a monthly fee application on or after the 5th day of each calendar month following the calendar month for which compensation and reimbursement is sought. If no objections to the application are filed with the Court on or before the objection deadline, the applicant may file a certificate of no objection or a certificate of partial no objection, whichever is applicable, after which the Debtors are authorized to pay the applicant an amount equal to eighty percent (80%) of the requested fees and one hundred percent (100%) of the requested expenses. If an objection to the application is filed, the Debtors are authorized to pay such portion of the applicant's fees and expenses that are not subject to an objection, up to a cap of eighty percent (80%) of the fees and one hundred percent (100%) of the expenses. 6. On July 12, 2011, the Committee filed an Application of the Official Committee
of Unsecured Creditors of Perkins & Marie Callender's Inc., et al. to Retain and Employ Ropes & Gray LLP as Counsel, nunc pro tunc to June 24, 2011 [Docket No. 217] (the "Retention Application"). 7. On July 29, 2011, the Court entered an order approving the Retention Application
and authorizing Ropes & Gray's retention nunc pro tunc to June 24, 2011 [Docket No. 469] (the "Retention Order"). 8. The Retention Order authorizes Ropes & Gray to be compensated on an hourly
0n June 24, 2011, the Office of the United States Trustee filed the notice of the appointment of the Committee [Docket No. 109], which was subsequently revised on June 28, 2011 [Docket No. 127].
9.
On August 16, 2011, Ropes & Gray filed the First Monthly Application of Ropes
& Gray LLP for Allowance of Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses as Counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for the Period June 24, 2011 Through July 31, 2011 [Docket No. 740] (the "First Monthly Application"). 10. On September 2, 2011, Ropes & Gray filed the Certificate of No Objection to the
First Monthly Application of Ropes & Gray LLP [Docket No. 740]. 11. Pursuant to the Interim Compensation Order, the Debtors were authorized to pay
80% ($202,908.80) of the requested fees ($253,636.00) and 100% ($5,235.42) of the requested expenses in the First Monthly Application on an interim basis without further Court order. 12. On September 22, 2011, Ropes & Gray filed the Second Monthly Application of
Ropes & Gray LLP for Allowance of Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses as Counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for the Period August 1, 2011 Through August 31, 2011 [Docket No. 1020] (the "Second Monthly Application"). 13. On October 7, 2011, Ropes & Gray filed the Certificate of No Objection to the
Second Monthly Application of Ropes & Gray LLP [Docket No. 1115]. 14. Pursuant to the Interim Compensation Order, the Debtors were authorized to pay
80% ($191,088.00) of the requested fees ($238,860.00) and 100% ($4,046.53) of the requested expenses in the Second Monthly Application on an interim basis without further Court order. 15. On October 17, 2011, Ropes & Gray filed the First Interim Application of Ropes
& Gray LLP for Allowance of Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses as Counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for the Period June 24, 2011, Through August 31, 2011 (the "First Interim Application") [Docket No. 1149].
16.
A hearing for the First Interim Application is scheduled for November 22, 2011 at
4:00 p.m. (ET). 17. On October 20, 2011, Ropes & Gray filed the Third Monthly Application of
Ropes & Gray LLP for Allowance of Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses as Counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for the Period September 1 Through September 30, 2011 [Docket No. 1196] (the "Third Monthly Application"). 18. On November 11, 2011, Ropes & Gray filed the Certificate of No Objection to the
Third Monthly Application of Ropes & Gray LLP [Docket No. 1311]. 19. Pursuant to the Interim Compensation Order, the Debtors were authorized to pay
80% ($135,970.40) of the requested fees ($169,963.00) and 100% ($14,539.82) of the requested expenses in the Third Monthly Application on an interim basis without further Court order. Summary of Application 20. During the Fourth Period, Ropes & Gray attorneys, paralegals, and
paraprofessionals expended a total of 410.00 hours for which compensation is requested. A schedule setting forth the number of hours expended by each Ropes & Gray attorney, paralegal, and paraprofessional who rendered services to the Committee during the Fourth Period, their respective hourly rates, and the aggregate fees incurred by each such individual is attached hereto as Exhibit A. A schedule setting forth project categories utilized by Ropes & Gray in these cases, the aggregate number of hours expended by the attorneys, paralegals, and paraprofessionals of Ropes & Gray by project category, and the aggregate fees for each project category is attached hereto as Exhibit B. A schedule specifying the categories of expenses for which Ropes & Gray is seeking reimbursement and the total amount for each is attached hereto
as Exhibit C. Ropes & Gray's invoice describing in detail the work performed and the expenses incurred during the Fourth Period is attached hereto as Exhibit D.
Summary of Services by Proiect
A.
Fees: $24,700.50
This category includes all matters related to filing documents with the Court and service thereof, preparation for and participation in Court hearings, maintenance of calendars, communications with the Debtors and other parties in interest, review and maintenance of internal work reports, communications and meetings with the Committee and its members, and internal document organization. During the Fourth Period, Ropes & Gray reviewed and summarized recently filed pleadings in these cases, drafted memos to the Committee regarding these matters, convened Committee meetings, drafted agendas and minutes for Committee meetings, and maintained the case calendar.
B. Fee Applications
Fees: $432.00
This category includes all matters relating to the review of fee applications, other than those of Ropes & Gray. During the Fourth Period, Ropes & Gray reviewed and revised the third monthly fee application of FTI Consulting, Inc. ("FTI"), financial advisor for the Committee.
C. Travel
Fees: $20,895.25
This category includes all non-working travel time. As required by the Local Rules, the applicable billing rate for non-working travel is 50% of the attorney's normal hourly rate.
D.
Claims
Fees: $112,907.00 Total Hours: 183.10 This category includes all matters relating to the review and analysis of claims scheduled or filed in these chapter 11 cases. During the Fourth Period, Ropes & Gray continued its analysis of the claims of Omega Trust, Tri-State House of Pancakes ("Tri-State"), and Castle Harlan, Inc. (together with its affiliates, "Castle Harlan"). Ropes & Gray drafted a motion to estimate the claims of Omega Trust and Castle Harlan for voting purposes only (the "3018
Motion"), and researched legal theories related thereto. Ropes & Gray served various discovery
requests on Castle Harlan and, prior to engaging in further discovery, negotiated a stipulation to resolve the 3018 Motion as to Castle Harlan. Pursuant to the stipulation drafted by Ropes & Gray, any vote submitted by Castle Harlan regarding the proposed plan of reorganization would not be counted for voting purposes. Ropes & Gray also participated in extensive expedited discovery in connection with the 3018 Motion as to Omega Trust, including the drafting of various discovery requests. Ropes & Gray worked closely with the Committee's financial advisor in connection with the valuation of the claim filed by Omega Trust, including analyzing the expert report submitted by Omega Trust's valuation expert. In connection with the Omega Trust claim, Ropes & Gray reviewed thousands of pages of documents and participated in the depositions of fact and expert witnesses in Minnesota, New York, and Washington, D.C., all in a one-week period. Ropes & Gray participated in extensive negotiations with the Debtors and the Restructuring Support Parties (as defined in the Disclosure Statement) regarding the various claims asserted by Omega Trust, Tri-State, and Castle Harlan, ultimately resulting in the withdrawal of the 3018 Motion as to all parties. The settlement of the 3018 Motion with Omega 7
Trust included a reduction in the maximum amount of Omega Trust's allowed claim by more than $29 million. Ropes & Gray also interviewed candidates, and drafted an engagement letter, for a claims administrator, who will, inter alia, continue to prosecute the objections asserted by the Committee against Omega Trust. E. Plan and Disclosure Statement Fees: $83,118.50 Total Hours: 120.10
This category includes all matters relating to the Debtors' Second Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code (the "Plan") and the Second Amended Disclosure Statement for the Debtors' Second Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code (the "Disclosure Statement"). During the Fourth Period, Ropes & Gray reviewed and analyzed many issues regarding the Plan, Disclosure Statement, and the PMC Holding LLC Agreement. Ropes & Gray also evaluated the Plan cash pool, claims reconciliation process, governance of the reorganized Debtor, and solicitation process. Additionally, Ropes & Gray held several meetings with the Debtors and the Restructuring Support Parties regarding these issues, negotiated with various parties regarding terms of the Plan, Disclosure Statement, and the PMC Holding LLC Agreement, provided comments to the same on behalf of the Committee, attended the Plan confirmation hearing, reviewed objections to the Plan and prepared a summary thereof, and reviewed ballot tabulations for the Plan and drafted a summary thereof. F. R&G Fee Applications Fees: $3,557.00 Total Hours: 9.60
This category includes all matters relating to the preparation of Ropes & Gray and Committee member fee and expense applications. During the Fourth Period, Ropes & Gray prepared the Third Monthly Application and the First Interim Application. G.
Tax Matters
Fees: $5,970.00
This category includes the review and analysis of all tax matters arising out of these chapter 11 cases. During the Fourth Period, Ropes & Gray analyzed and negotiated various tax issues in connection with the Plan including tax implications of the structuring of the Debtors' proposed reorganization, tax consequences of any exchange of debt to occur under the Plan, and the tax liability of the Debtors' proposed reorganization.
Description and Valuation of Services
21.
Ropes & Gray attorneys, paralegals, and paraprofessionals have expended a total
of 410.00 hours in connection with this matter during the Fourth Period. 22. The rates charged to these estates are Ropes & Gray's normal hourly rates for
work of this nature. The reasonable value of the services rendered by Ropes & Gray to the Committee during the Fourth Period is $251,580.25. 23. In accordance with the factors enumerated in Bankruptcy Code section 330, it is
respectfully submitted that the amount requested by Ropes & Gray is fair and reasonable given (a) the complexity of the cases, (b) the time expended, (c) the nature and extent of the services rendered, (d) the value of such services, and (e) the costs of comparable services other than in a case under this title. Moreover, Ropes & Gray has reviewed the requirements of Local Rule 2016-2 and believes that this Application complies with such Local Rule.
Actual and Necessary Expenses
24.
Ropes & Gray incurred a total of $13,761.69 in actual and necessary expenses in
connection with representing the Committee during the Fourth Period. Ropes & Gray incurred these disbursements and expenses in accordance with Ropes & Gray's normal practice of charging clients for expenses clearly related to and required by particular matters, and endeavored to minimize these expenses to the fullest extent possible. 25. Ropes & Gray's billing rates do not include charges for photocopying,
computerized research, travel, "working meals," secretarial overtime, postage, and certain other office services. Because the needs of each client for such services differ, Ropes & Gray believes that it is fairest to charge each client only for the services actually used in performing services for such client. In these proceedings, Ropes & Gray charges $.10 per page for internal duplicating. Ropes & Gray does not charge for long distance telephone calls placed from Ropes & Gray's offices or incoming and outgoing facsimile transmissions. 26. Ropes & Gray has made every effort to minimize its disbursements in these cases
and respectfully submits that the actual expenses incurred in providing professional services to the Committee were necessary, reasonable, and justified to serve the needs of the Committee.
No Other Payments Received
27.
Ropes & Gray received no payment and no promises for payment from any
source for services rendered or to be rendered in any capacity in connection with the matters covered by this Application. 28. There is no agreement or understanding between Ropes & Gray and any other
person other than among the members of Ropes & Gray for the sharing of compensation to be received for services rendered in these cases.
No Prior Application
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No previous application has been filed for the amounts requested herein. No Adverse Interest
30.
At all relevant times, Ropes & Gray has neither represented nor held any interest
adverse to the estate. WHEREORE, Ropes & Gray respectfully requests this Court to (a) allow Ropes & Gray (i) compensation in the amount of $251,580.25 for actual, reasonable, and necessary professional services rendered on behalf of the Committee during the Fourth Period and (ii) reimbursement in the amount of $13,761.69 for actual, reasonable, and necessary expenses incurred during the Fourth Period; (b) authorize and direct the Debtors to pay Ropes & Gray the amount of $201,264.20, which is equal to the sum of 80% of Ropes & Gray's fees sought herein, and $13361.69, which is equal to 100% of Ropes & Gray's expenses and disbursements sought herein; and (c) grant such other and further relief as is just.
Mark R. Somerstein Benjamin L. Schneider 1211 Avenue of the Americas New York, New York 10036-8704 Telephone: (212) 596-9000 Facsimile: (212) 596-9090
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VERIFICATION STATE OF NEW YORK SS COUNTY OF NEW YORK Mark R. Somerstein, after being duly sworn according to law, deposes and says: a) I am a partner with the , applicant firm, Ropes & Gray LLP. b) I have personally performed or supervised the legal services rendered by Ropes & Gray LLP, as counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors. c) I have reviewed the foregoing Application, and the facts set forth therein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Moreover, I have reviewed Local Rule 2016-2 and submit that the Application substantially complies with such Rule
Mark R. Somerstein Sworn to and subscribed before me s 17th day of November 2011 Notary Public My commission expires
ittilltA FISIDINGMARICS
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EXHIBIT A
SUMMARY OF ROPES & GRAY LLP FEES OCTOBER 1, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2011 Timekee i er
Position Partner Partner Partner Partner Partner Partner Partner Partner Partner Associate Associate Associate Associate
Hours
Rate
Fees
Mark I. Bane Steven T. Hoort Steven T. Hoort (travel) Mark R. Somerstein Mark R. Somerstein (travel) Amanda C. Holt James M. Wilton Alyson B.G. Allen Christopher C. Henry Benjamin L. Schneider Benjamin L. Schneider (travel) Abraham Reshtick Andrew G. Devore Jonathan P. Reisman Darren T. Azman David Kolpin Meir C. Weinberg TOTAL
$995 $965 $482.50 $930 $465 $900 $805 $800 $775 $660 $330 $660 $525 $410 $360 $270 $185
$995.00 $25,669.00 $6,996.25 $63,519.00 $3,999.00 $1,350.00 $2,817.50 $5,840.00 $13,717.50 $41,646.00 $1,980.00 $4,620.00 $40,372.50 $738.00 $36,252.00 $162.00 $906.50 $251,580.25
68.30 8.60 1.50 3.50 7.30 17.70 63.10 6.00 7.00 76.90 Associate 1.80 Associate 100.70 Senior Research Librarian 0.60 Bankruptcy and Business Restructuring Paralegal 4.90 410.00
EXHIBIT B
COMPENSATION BY PROJECT CATEGORY
OCTOBER 1, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2011
Project Category General Committee Matters Fee Applications Travel Claims Plan and Disclosure Statement R&G Fee Applications Tax Matters
TOTAL
EXHIBIT C
SUMMARY OF EXPENSES
OCTOBER 1, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2011
Expense Category
Photocopy Courier Service CourtCall Charges Transcript of Testimony Travel Meals Travel Taxi/Car Service Air/Rail Travel Parking Computer Assisted Research Late Meals TOT U.
Total Expenses
$811.40 $162.81 $60.00 $1,440.60 $14.39 $113.50 $856.68 $1,538.45 $24.00 $8,672.73 $67.13 $13,761.69
EXHIBIT D
ROPES & GRAY LLP'S INVOICE OCTOBER 1, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2011
ROPES & GRAY LLP www.ropesgray.com 1211 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS NEW YORK, NY 10036-8704 212-596-9000 F 212-596-9090
BOSTON CHICAGO HONG KONG LONDON SAN FRANCISCO SHANGHAI SILICON VALLEY TOKYO WASHINGTON, DC
Invoice No.: 711746 November 15, 2011 Perkins & Marie Callender's Creditors' Committee 6075 Poplar Avenue Suite 800 Memphis, TN 38119 Re: General Committee Matters
FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES rendered through October 31, 2011 Services $ 251,580.25
Please refer to invoice number 711746 with your payment. Checks should be mailed to Ropes & Gray LLP, P.O. Box 414265, Boston, MA, 02241-4265. ACH (Automated Clearinghouse) Fund transfers should be made to Bank of America, 100 Federal Street, Boston, MA, ABA No. 011000138, Account No. 47919002. Federal wire transfers should be made to Bank of America, 100 Federal Street, Boston, MA, ABA No. 0260-0959-3, Account No. 47919002.
HOPES &GRAY
Detail of Services
Timekeeper
Azman, Darren
Hours
0.60
Description
Review pending matters (.40); review and summarize lease objection (.20). Gather pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite. Prepare committee members' second quarterly certifications. Gather pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite. Review pending matters (.10); call with Debtors' counsel to discuss same (.30). Draft case status report and revise and edit same. Arrange telephonic line for hearing with Courtcall for B. Schneider (.20); gather pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite (.50). Review pending matters (.40); communicate with Debtors' counsel regarding October 11 hearing and other matters (.20). Attention to pending matters (.80); draft Committee email regarding pending matters (2.1). Attention to pending matters (.80); draft Committee Email regarding pending matters (1.3). Gather new pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite. Revise and send Committee e-mail. Review docket for new pleadings
Fees
216.00
10/06/11 10/06/11
0.30 0.70
279.00 129.50
10/06/11
Azman, Darren
0.60
216.00
10/10/11
Azman, Darren
2.90
1,044.00
10/11/11
Azman, Darren
2.10
756.00
Date
10/13/11
Timekeeper
Somerstein, Mark R.
Hours
0.80
Description
for Filesite. Attention to pending motions (.20); e-mail with D. Azman regarding same (.20); attention to Committee update and next weekly agenda and associated e-mail (.40). Call with former committee member, Standard General. Status call with professionals regarding motions, plan and next steps (1.0); associated preparation, including internal calls and emails (.40); follow-up call with S. Alberino (.30). Attention to pending matters. Committee e-mail. Attention to calendar (.30); draft agenda for Committee meeting (.30); draft Committee email regarding various matters (1.0). Preparation for Committee call and draft outline for discussion. Review Debtors' possible assumption motion (.60); revise Committee email (.30); prepare for Committee meeting (1.8); correspond with Debtors counsel (.30); review pending matters (.60); review committee by-laws (.60). Preparation for (.60), and participation on, Committee call (1.0); follow-up calls with Committee Members (.40); calls to claims candidates (.50); review revised claim and voting materials (.40); review avoidance action schedule (.30); follow-up with M. Baxter (.40). Prepare for (.50) and participate in (1.0) committee call. Prepare for Committee call (.60); attend Committee call (1.0); draft Committee email (1.8), prepare $ $ $ $ $
Fees
744.00
10/13/11 10/14/11
0.20 1.70
72.00 1,581.00
10/18/11 10/18/11
1.10 4.20
1,023.00 1,512.00
10/19/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
3.60
3,348.00
10/19/11 10/19/11
1.50 5.10
990.00 1,836.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours
Description
materials for 10/20 Committee meeting (.60); review pending matters (.70); draft minutes for 10/19 Committee meeting (.40).
Fees
0.80 Gather pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite. 3.20 Prepare for (1.5) and attend (1.0) committee meeting; review pending matters (.70). 1.20 Attend Committee meeting (1.0); draft minutes for same (.20). 0.30 Meet with D. Azman and B. Schneider regarding update. 0.30 Status conference with M. Somerstein and D. Azman. 0.30 Status meeting with M. Somerstein and B. Schneider. 0.20 Prepare for and participate in committee call regarding settlement. 0.50 Call with Landis regarding hearing (.20); attention to pending matters (.30). 0.20 Arrange telephonic line for hearing with Courtcall for M. Somerstein. 0.30 Gather pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite. 1.20 Attention to pending matters. 1.40 Attention to pending matters. 2.00 Participated in all-hands call (.70); review tri-state pleading (1.1); email regarding status and next steps (.20). 0.20 Gather pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite. 0.50 Strategy discussion with M. Somerstein. 0.50 Meet with M. Bane to discuss general case strategy. $ $ $ $ $
148.00 2,976.00
10/20/11 Azman, Darren 10/21/11 Somerstein, Mark R. 10/21/11 Schneider, Benjamin L. 10/21/11 Azman, Darren 10/24/11 Schneider, Benjamin L. 10/24/11 Azman, Darren
180.00
10/24/11 Weinberg, Meir 10/25/11 Weinberg, Meir 10/25/11 Azman, Darren 10/26/11 Azman, Darren 10/26/11 Somerstein, Mark R.
Date
Timekeeper
Hours Description
0.20 Gather pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite. 0.20 Gather pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite. 0.10 Gather pleadings and prepare and OCR for Filesite.
Fees
37.00 37.00 18.50
Total Hours
24,700.50
Fees
432.00
432.00
Hours Description
5.00 Non-working travel time from Boston to Minneapolis preparatory to 30(b)(6) deposition of Omega in Minneapolis. 5.00 Non-working travel time - return from Minneapolis to Boston. 4.50 Non-working travel time to NY (2.0); non-working travel time on return to Boston (2.5). 8.80 Non-working travel time from Boston to D.C. for depositions of FTI and the Debtors (4.3); nonworking return travel to Boston (4.5). 6.00 Travel to and from Wilmington for 3018 hearing. 5.00 Travel to and from Wilmington for confirmation hearing. 8.60 Travel to and from DE for hearing. $ $ $
Fees
2,412.50
$ $
2,412.50 2,171.25
4,620.00
Total Hours
20,895.25
Fees
930.00
1,627.50
372.00 1,395.00
3,885.00
367.50
1,386.00
2,418.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours
Description
and A. Devore regarding Omega cap rate issues (.40); analysis regarding expert and discovery issues (.30); confer with A. Devore regarding litigation issues (.30); attention to common interest agreement (.50).
Fees
4.40 Final edits to discovery requests to Castle Harlan and Omega Trust, including emails with Bill Chipman regarding same (2.3); review and comment on proposed joint defense agreement (.80); confer with M. Somerstein regarding litigation (.30); call with M. Somerstein and Debtors' counsel regarding Omega and Castle Harlan (.40); analysis regarding discovery issues (.40); emails with D Azman regarding Omega and Castle Harlan objection issues (.20). 0.50 0.50 Review of joint defense agreement. Calls with committee members regarding claims administrator issues (.30); associated emails (.20). Confer with B. Schneider regarding joint defense stipulation and email comments to H. Cohen (.40); review revised draft of joint defense stipulation and email H. Cohen regarding same (.20); research regarding Omega claim (1.3). Discuss stipulation with A. Devore. Call with FTI regarding 3018 issues (.50); call with A. Devore regarding same (.20); attention to Castle Harlan voting issues (.30); analysis regarding caprate issues (.40). Call with FTI regarding Omega analysis (.50); call with A. Harris $ $
2,310.00
10/05/11 10/06/11
330.00 465.00
10/06/11
Devore, Andrew G.
1.90
997.50
10/06/11 10/07/11
0.20 1.40
132.00 1,302.00
10/07/11
Devore, Andrew G.
2.50
1,312.50
Date
Timekeeper
Hours
Description regarding 3018 motion (.30); call with M. Somerstein regarding Castle Harlan (.20); emails with FTI regarding schedule (.10); call with Debtors' counsel and Omega counsel regarding discovery (1.4).
Fees
3.00 Call with Debtors' counsel regarding Omega 3018 motion, joint defense agreement, and related matters (.60); call with R. Braun and M. Laber regarding FTI expert report (1.2); call with counsel to Castle Harlan regarding resolution of Committee's 3018 motion (.20); email D. Azman regarding stipulation for Castle Harlan and research regarding Omega claim (.20); email B. Scheider regarding FTI analysis (.10); research regarding Omega administrative claim and setoff claim (.70). 2.90 Draft Castle Harlan 3018 Stipulation and Order (1.4); research regarding 3018 motion (1.5). Calls and e-mails regarding 3018 issues for large claims (.50); attention to Castle Harlan voting stipulation (.40). Edits to stipulation resolving 3018 motion as to Castle Harlan and emails with M. Somerstein regarding same (.80); email same to B. Chipman for review and comment (.10); email and call with J. Newdeck regarding same (.20); email stipulation to A. Harris (.10); call with S. Alberino regarding committee 3018 motion (.30). Research regarding 3018 motion. Calls and e-mails regarding 3018 issues and Omega claim. Research regarding 3018 motion.
1,575.00
10/10/11
Azman, Darren
1,044.00
10/11/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
0.90
837.00
10/11/11
Devore, Andrew G.
1.50
787.50
Date
Timekeeper
Hours
Description
Fees
997.50
1.90 Call with Omega and Debtors' counsel regarding discovery (.60); emails with FTI regarding Omega analysis (.20); call with counsel to Castle Harlan regarding stipulation resolving 3018 motion and review updated draft of same (.20); email formal request to Debtors' counsel for copy of production to Omega (.10); emails with B. Schneider and D. Azman regarding claims estimation motion for voting purposes and solicitation order (.30); research regarding Omega setoff claim and emails with D. Azman regarding same (.50). 0.40 Committee member calls and emails regarding claims administration (.30); call with S. Hoort regarding Omega (.10). Call with S. Hoort regarding Omega. Telephone conference M. Somerstein regarding background of matter (.10); conference A. Devore (.10); e-mails regarding research on rule against perpetuities (.20); telephone call D. Azman regarding his analysis of rule against perpetuities (.20); voice mail M. Somerstein regarding Akin's involvement (.10). Research regarding 3018 motion (5.3); call with S. Hoort regarding same (.20). Detailed review of Omega's proof of claim and attached exhibits, UCC objection to Omega and Castle Harlan, and UCC document request (1.5); conference A. Devore regarding preparation for 2:00 call with professionals of debtors and Wayzata (.20); conference call with multiple participants from debtors, Wayzata, Akin, Troutman, FTI, discussing, inter alia, the Omega $
10/13/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
372.00
10/13/11 10/13/11
0.10 0.70
52.50 675.50
10/13/11
Azman, Darren
5.50
1,980.00
10/14/11
Hoort, Steven T
2.50
2,412.50
Date 10/14/11
Hours 1.30
Description litigation (.80). Calls regarding claim administration issues (.70); associated e-mails (.30); discuss same with D. Azman ( 30). Call with professionals for Debtors and Restructuring Support Parties regarding case status and next steps (.80); confer with S. Hoort regarding same (.20). Emails with R. Braun regarding expert depositions (.10); review, execute and arrange for filing of Castle Harlan stipulation resolving Committee determination motion (.30). Communicate with claims administrator candidates (.80); discuss same with M. Somerstein (.30); review pitch books and prepare summaries of same for Committee (1.3). Review of A. Devore's comments to draft confidentiality agreement (.10); e-mails to A. Devore regarding same (.10). Review and email E. Unis comments on draft confidentiality stipulation for discovery productions. Attention to claims administration materials and review of summary (.80); attention to claims litigation issues and discovery (.70); discuss Omega discovery with A. Devore and S. Hoort (.30). Review of draft joint defense agreement (.30), e-mails to A. Devore regarding same (.10); review of Omega's plan objection (.20); review of notice of deposition of Omega trust (.20); conference A. Devore regarding same (.10); conference A. Devore and M. Somerstein regarding $ $
Fees 1,209.00
10/14/11
Devore, Andrew G.
1.40
735.00
10/14/11
Azman, Darren
2.40
864.00
10/16/11
Hoort, Steven T
0.20
193.00
10/16/11
Devore, Andrew G.
0.50
262.50
10/17/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
1.80
1,674.00
10/17/11
Hoort, Steven T
1.20
1,158.00
Date 1 0/17/1 1
Hours
Fees
8.90 Review Commitment Agreements and License Agreements regarding Omega claim (.70); draft memorandum to S. Hoort and A. Devore regarding Omega claim (6.7), prepare summary of claims administrator nominees (1.5). 4.00 Confer with S. Hoort and M. Somerstein regarding Omega discovery and status (.30); review confirmation objections filed by Omega Trust and Tri-State (.40); review updated draft of joint defense agreement (.30); confer with S. Hoort regarding same (.10); confer with S. Hoort regarding Omega Trust notice of deposition (.10); draft 30(b)(6) deposition notice of Omega Trust (1.4); confer with S. Hoort regarding same (.10); emails with Debtors' counsel regarding joint defense stipulation (.30); correspondence with Omega Trust's and Debtors' counsel regarding depositions and document productions (.50); emails with Debtors' counsel regarding document production (.20); review confidentiality agreement for document production and emails regarding same (.30). 1.20 Attend to claims administrator issues. 2.00 Read notice of taking deposition of the debtors (.20); conference A. Devore regarding same (.10); conference call with Akin Gump regarding review of status (.30); conference A. Devore regarding document production (.10); e-mails D. Azman regarding status of his research (.10); conference call with UCC's expert Rick Braun, Mark Labor, and Gary Korn of FTI with A. Devore regarding review of status (.30); telephone call M.
3,204.00
2,100.00
792.00 1,930.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours Description Somerstein regarding same (.10); read letter from counsel for Omega (.10); conference A. Devore regarding same (.10); read Omega's objection to UCC's motion (.50); conference A. Devore regarding issues raised by Omega (.10). 0.20 0.20 Coordinate Veritext court reporter for deposition for A. Devore. Arranged for delivery of historical superseded Minnesota state statute to D. Azman. Research regarding memo to S. Hoort and A. Devore regarding Omega claim (.90); draft same (1.9); revise claims administrator nominee chart and prepare Committee emails regarding same (1.2). Review of Omega Trust objection to 3018 motion (.80); participate in call with Debtors regarding Debtors' 3018 motion (1.2). Calls with Committee Members regarding claims administration issues (1.2); call with S. Alberino regarding claims administration issues (.20); e-mails regarding claims administration issues (.20); call with S. Hoort regarding FTI call (.10). Review and analysis of debtors' document production and valuation analysis (2.3); emails with FTI regarding same (.30); emails and calls with Omega Trust counsel regarding deposition schedule (.30); call with Debtors' counsel regarding Omega Trust (.40); emails with FTI regarding expert report (.20); meet and confer conference with counsel to debtors and Omega Trust (.60); edits to deposition notice of Omega Trust and arrange for filing of same (.30); review and analysis regarding $ $ $
Fees
10/18/11 10/18/11
37.00 54.00
10/18/11
Azman, Darren
4.00
1,440.00
10/18/11
Schneider, Benjamin L.
2.00
1,320.00
10/18/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
1.70
1,581.00
10/18/11
Devore, Andrew G.
9.90
5,197.50
Date
Timekeeper
Hours Description
Omega Trust response to 3018 motion and email FTI regarding same (.80); confer with S. Hoort regarding notice of deposition of debtors (.10); conference call with Akin Gump regarding status (.30); confer with S. Hoort regarding document production (.10); conference call with FTI and S. Hoort regarding status (.30); confer with S. Hoort regarding meet and confer request (.10); begin review of Omega Trust document production (3.8).
Fees
4.80 Conference A. Devore regarding scheduling departures (.10); voice mail M. Somerstein regarding filing an objection to the Omega proof of claim (.10); read memo from D Azman regarding claims objection issues and rule against perpetuities (.30); draft e-mail to M. Somerstein on status and issues to be included in claim objection (.30); telephone call M. Somerstein regarding same (.10); review of draft experts' report (.50); conference A. Devore regarding same (.10); teleconference expert regarding review of proposed expert report (.70); participated in call with Akin (1.10); review of documents regarding preparation for deposition of Omega (1.50). 1.20 Attention to Omega Issues (.70); call and e-mails regarding same (.20); correspond with D. Azman regarding claims administrator (.30). 3.30 Research regarding memo to S. Hoort and A. Devore regarding Omega claim (2.4); discuss claims administrator issues with M. Somerstein (.30); draft pleadings regarding Omega claim (.60). 0.20 Coordinate Veritext court reporter for deposition for A. Devore.
4,632.00
1,116.00
1,188.00
37.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours Description 0.40 Conducted online Minnesota state legislative history research for D. Azman 10.90 Review of draft expert report on Omega claim (.50); confer with S. Hoort regarding same (.10); call with FTI regarding same (.70); call with Akin Gump regarding status (1.1); continued review of documents produced by Omega Trust and prepare same for deposition use (6.8); prepare for and participate in committee call (.70); calls and emails with Omega Trust counsel regarding discovery schedule (.50); review and edits to draft schedule of assigned avoidance actions (.40); confer with S. Hoort regarding scheduling departures (.10). 3.00 Attention to Omega issues. 3.10 Call with S. Hoort regarding Omega Trust deposition (.20); emails with D Azman regarding Omega claims objection and adversary proceeding (.30); calls with FTI regarding expert report and deposition (.40); review and edits to list of rejected executory contracts (.80); review final expert report from FTI (.50); review and analysis of expert report from Jim Peko (.60); emails regarding expert reports (.30). 1.00 Research regarding expert witness testimony and case law (.90); email with A. Devore regarding same (.10). 5.00 Preparation for deposition of Omega trust (2.5); conducted depositions of Omega trust (2.0); numerous e-mails regarding status (.30); call with A. Devore regarding same (.20). 1.20 Draft pleadings regarding Omega $ $ $
Fees 108.00
5,722.50
2,790.00 1,627.50
410.00
4,825.00
432.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours
Description claim. $
Fees
3.20 Conference with A. Devore re deposition schedule, expert reports and results of depositions of Omega (.30); review of expert report of Grant Thornton (.30); conference call FTI regarding review of issues in Grant Thornton report (.60); telephone call with M. Somerstein regarding status (1.0); participated in All Hands conference call with representatives of Akin and Wayzata regarding review of status (.70); reviewed analysis from D. Azman ( 10); emails regarding Omega deposition (.20). 2.90 Attention to Omega 3018 settlement (.60); email to committee regarding Omega (1.0); call with S. Hoort and A. Devore regarding same (1.0); call with S. Hoort and A. Devore regarding deposition update (.30). 4.70 Confer with S. Hoort regarding depositions and expert reports (.30); call with FTI regarding Grant Thornton report (.60); call with S. Hoort and M. Somerstein regarding next steps (1.0); call with Akin regarding status and next steps (.70); emails regarding Omega deposition and D. Azman research (.30); review and edits to schedule of specified general unsecured claims (.70); emails regarding logistics for weekend depositions (.40); calls with FTI regarding deposition preparation (.40). 0.80 Finalize memorandum regarding expert witness testimony. 5.00 Research regarding Tri-State amended claim (.20); draft pleadings regarding Omega claim (4.8).
3,088.00
2,697.00
2,467.50
328.00 $ 1,800.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours Description 3.50 Preparation for and conducted the deposition of Omega Trust's expert witness James Peko (2.0); conference following with Brett Goodman of Troutman Sanders (.20); teleconference A. Devore regarding results of deposition (.30); teleconference A. Devore and UCC's expert witness Rick Braun regarding summary of results of deposition (.50); 2nd conference call A. Devore and R. Braun regarding Braun's observations after he had read the transcript of the deposition (.30); numerous emails (.20). 2.00 Call with S. Hoort regarding Peko deposition (.30); call with S. Hoort and R. Braun and FTI regarding deposition (.50); follow-up call with FTI (.30); call with S. Hoort and R. Braun regarding same (.30); review transcript of Peko deposition (.60). Review of documents and begin draft of trial outline (2.5), telephone call A. Devore regarding results of FTI deposition and potential settlement (.30). Preparation for depositions (1.4); attend deposition of FTI (1.8); conferences with Omega Trust counsel and debtors counsel (.60); call with S. Hoort regarding deposition (.30). Teleconference M. Somerstein and A. Devore, regarding settlement with Omega Trust and next steps (.30), conference A. Devore regarding same (.10). Review Omega term sheet drafts (.50); analysis regarding same and comments (.60); preparation for committee call regarding term sheet (.30); lead committee call regarding same (.30); follow-up calls with $ $ $
Fees
3,377.50
10/22/11
Devore, Andrew G.
1,050.00
10/23/11
Hoort, Steven T
2.80
2,702.00
10/23/11
Devore, Andrew G.
4.10
2,152.50
10/24/11
Hoort, Steven T
0.40
386.00
10/24/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
2.60
2,418.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours Description
Committee members regarding same (.30); emails regarding same (.30); call with S. Hoort and A. Devore regarding Omega settlement (.30).
Fees
1.20 Attention to claims administrator engagement letter (.90); meet internally to discuss update regarding Omega (.30). 1.00 Call with M. Somerstein and S. Hoort regarding settlement with Omega Trust (.30); confer with S. Hoort regarding same (.10); email M. Somerstein summary regarding potential Omega Trust fraudulent conveyance claims (.30); participate in Committee call regarding Omega settlement (.30). 0.10 Correspond with Veritext and obtain transcript and exhibits for A. Devore. 0.30 E-mails re scheduling. 3.80 Calls regarding 3018 issues and settlement (2.1); calls with Committee members regarding same (.40); e-mail regarding 3018 approval (.60); telephone participation at hearing on 3018 motion (.70). 1.00 Prepare and attend hearing regarding claims estimation. 5.50 Draft Tri-State objection. 1.60 Draft Tri-State objection (.30); draft claims administrator engagement letter (1.3). 1.20 Attention to Tri-State adversary complaint. 1.00 Review of Tri-State adversary complaint. 0.40 E-mails regarding Tri-State deal (.20); committee e-mail (.20). $ $
432.00
525.00
18.50
289.50 3,534.00
Total Hours
$ 112,907.00
Timekeeper
Schneider, Benjamin L. Henry, Christopher C.
Hours
0.80 6.50
Description
Review draft of LLC agreement. Review draft operating agreement for company and preparing comments on same. Attention to LLC agreement and comments (.20); associated e-mails (.30). Review of LLC Agreement (.90); internal conversation re same (.30). Attention to LLC agreement and markup of Akin draft (1.0); review and respond to tax comments on same (.50). Review and comment on new LLC agreement. Review and revise tax markup of LLC agreement. Calls and emails regarding voting issues (.60); call with K. Nordrehaug (.20). Participate in plan supplement status call. Teleconference with Akin Gump and company about equity documents and various other matters. Review all plan objections (1.8); draft summary of same for Committee (1.5). Daft summary of plan objections for Committee. Review revised draft LLC agreement (2.0); review and comment on draft bylaws (1.0). Review objection (.80); review and edit memo (.80); review organizational documents and LLC $ $
Fees
528.00 5,037.50
10/04/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
0.50
465.00
10/04/11 10/04/11
1.20 1.50
792.00 1,162.50
10/14/11 10/14/11
1.10 1.10
$ $
726.00 852.50
10/14/11
Annan, Darren
3.20
1,152.00
10/16/11 10/17/11
2.00 3.00
$ $
720.00 2,325.00
10/17/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
2.70
2,511.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours
Description
(.80); e-mails with C. Henry regarding same (.30).
Fees
10/17/11
2.40
Review of LLC agreement (1.2); review of Omega and Tri-State objections to Plan (1.2). Prepare chart summarizing ballot tabulations (1.5); revise summary of plan objections (2.9). Teleconference with Akin and Troutman to discuss LLC agreement issues and bylaws and preparing for same. E-mails with C. Henry regarding LLC and organizational documents (.40); review revised memo regarding plan objections (.60); review ballot report (.40); conference with D. Azman regarding same and memo regarding same (.60). Prepare for and participate in call regarding LLC Agreement (.90); review of first lien credit agreement (1.0); review and analyze ballot report (.90). Revise memo regarding plan objections (.60); call with Debtors counsel regarding voting (.30); draft summary of ballot tabulations (3.3). Call with A. Allen regarding debt document issues and review of same (1.4); call with A. Allen and B. Schneider regarding debt documents (.30). Prepare for and participate in call regarding confirmation issues (1.5); draft and edit of schedule of assigned avoidance actions (1.1); call with A. Allen and M. Somerstein regarding debt documents (.30). Call with M. Somerstein and B. Schneider regarding Perkins debt
1,584.00
10/17/11
4.40
1,584.00
10/18/11
Henry, Christopher C.
1.30
1,007.50
10/18/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
2.00
1,860.00
10/18/11
Schneider, Benjamin L.
2.80
1,848.00
10/18/11
Azman, Darren
4.20
1,512.00
10/19/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
1.70
1,581.00
10/19/11
Schneider, Benjamin L.
2.90
1,914.00
10/19/11
2.80
2,240.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours
Description
document review (.30). Perkins debt document review (2.5).
Fees
10/19/11 10/20/11
0.60 3.00
Draft chart regarding ballot tabulations. Review and markup of Secured Lien Agreement (2.5); calls with B. Schneider (.50). Review and comment on revised equity documents. Draft and edit of response to tristate objection (2.1); draft and edit of list of rejected contracts (.80); review and edit of plan documents (1.4); review and discuss second lien credit facility with A. Allen (.70). Prepare for and participate in call regarding plan supplement (1.0); draft and review of plan supplement documents (2.2); draft and edit of response to confirmation objection (1.9). Call with Company and Wayzata regarding plan confirmation strategy and next steps (1.5); attention to final equity documents and associated emails (1.5). Review of loan documents. Review and comment on revised equity documents (1.0); attention to emails with Akin on same (.30); teleconference with Akin and working group on status (.20). Research and review caselaw regarding Tri-State complaint (3.0); draft and edit of response to objection to Tri-State claim (4.4); discuss same with M. Somerstein (.30); internal meetings regarding same (.40). Review draft reply to Tri-State confirmation objection (.50); confer with B. Schneider regarding same $ $ $
216.00 2,400.00
10/20/11 10/20/11
2.30 5.00
1,782.50 3,300.00
10/21/11
Schneider, Benjamin L.
5.10
3,366.00
10/21/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
3.00
2,790.00
10/21/11 10/21/11
1.50 1.50
1,200.00 1,162.50
10/24/11
Schneider, Benjamin L.
8.10
5,346.00
10/24/11
Somerstein, Mark R.
1.80
1,674.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours
Description
(.30); analysis regarding 365(n) and claim issues (.60); internal meeting regarding status and next steps in connection with plan confirmation (.40).
Fees
10/25/11
Schneider, Benjamin L.
6.60 Draft and edit of response to TriState objection to Plan (3.8); call with J. Wilton regarding same (.30); research and review caselaw regarding contract issues (2.5). 3.50 Call with B. Schneider regarding Tri-State Plan Objection, Objection to Assumption of Franchise Agreements (.30); reviewed Draft Response, comments to same (1.50); reviewed Tri-State contracts (1.70). 3.00 Review declarations in support of plan. 2.60 Attention to all plan related documents. 6.70 Draft and edit of response to TriState objection (1.2); review and comment on numerous plan documents in advance of filing (5.5). 3.20 Review final version of confirmation order (.60); review final version of objection (.60); associated emails (.40); attention to plan supplement materials (.60); review declaration (.50); conference with M. Bane regarding case strategy (.50). 1.80 Review of plan documents in anticipation of filing. 0.50 Strategy discussion with M. Somerstein. 3.30 Review all materials for confirmation hearing. 2.40 Prepare materials for confirmation hearing. 0.60 Gather pleadings and prepare e-
4,356.00
2,817.50
2,976.00
10/27/1 1
Schneider, Benjamin L.
1,188.00 497.50
10/27/11 Bane, Mark I. 10/28/11 Somerstein, Mark R. 10/28/11 Azman, Darren 10/28/11 Weinberg, Meir
Date
Timekeeper
Hours Description binder for hearing for D Azman (.30); correspondence regarding same (.30). 0.70 Attention to revised documents (.40); e-mails regarding plan confirmation issues (.30). 1.20 Attend confirmation hearing (1.0); associated preparation (.20). 2.20 Prepare for and participate in confirmation hearing (1.5); review of confirmation order and exhibits (.70). 120.10 Subtotal: Plan and Disclosure Statement $
Fees
651.00
1,116.00 1,452.00
Total Hours
83,118.50
R&G Fee Applications Date Timekeeper Hours Description 0.30 Draft R&G first interim fee application. 2.30 Draft R&G third monthly fee application. 1.00 Draft R&G first interim fee application. 0.40 Gather interim fee applications for D. Azman ( 30); correspondence regarding same (.10). 0.60 Draft R&G third monthly fee application. 1.20 Draft R&G first interim fee application. 1.50 Draft R&G third monthly fee application (1.3); Draft R&G first interim fee application (.20). 0.20 Draft R&G third monthly fee application (.10); Draft R&G first interim fee application (.10). 0.30 Review R&G fee application (.20); associated e-mails (.10). 0.90 Attention to R&G third monthly fee application (.50); attention to $ $ $ $ $ Fees 108.00 828.00 360.00 74.00
10/03/11 Azman, Darren 10/04/11 Azman, Darren 10/05/11 Azman, Darren 10/05/11 Weinberg, Meir
$ $
72.00
279.00 324.00
Date
Timekeeper
Hours
Description R&G first interim fee application (.40). Attention to R&G third monthly fee application. Attention to committee member expense reimbursements. Subtotal: R&G Fee Applications
Fees
10/19/11 10/27/11
Tax Matters Date 10/04/11 Timekeeper Holt, Amanda C Hours 1.50 Description Conference with Avi Reshtick regarding questions on LLC agreement and review certain provisions. Review and analyze draft LLC agreement (2.0); discuss preliminary tax observations with A. Holt (1.5); provide tax markup and attend correspondence regarding tax observations (1.0). Prepare for call with tax advisor at Akin regarding the LLC agreement and attend brief discussion regarding the LLC agreement with H. Jacobson. Attend discussion regarding tax comments to the LLC agreement with H. Jacobson (.50); review and comment on revised LLC agreement (.50); attend call regarding revised LLC agreement with Akin ( 50). Review and comment on revised LLC agreement. Subtotal: Tax Matters Total Fees $ Fees 1,350.00
10/04/11
Reshtick, Abraham
4.50
2,970.00
10/12/11
Reshtick, Abraham
0.50
330.00
10/18/11
Reshtick, Abraham
1.50
990.00
10/20/11
0.50 8.50
ROPES WAY
Description General Committee matters Fee Applications Travel Claims Plan and Disclosure Statement R&G Fee Applications Tax Matters
Task Summary Hours 44.60 1.20 42.90 183.10 120.10 9.60 8.50 Total Fees $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
Amount
Fees 5,840.00 995.00 13,717.50 1,350.00 25,669.00 6,996.25 63,519.00 3,999.00 2,817.50 36,252.00 40,372.50 738.00 4,620.00 41,646.00 1,980.00 906.50 162.00 251,580.25
ROPES HHAY
Photocopy Date Description
10/19/11 10/19/11 10/19/11 10/24/11 1381 Pages of Photocopy 5365 BW Copies 170 Pages of Photocopy 1198 BW Copies
Detail of Disbursements
Amount
138.10 536.50 17.00 119.80
811.40
Amount
9.01 15.31 138.49
162.81
Amount
30.00 30.00
60.00
Amount
598.60 842.00
1,440.60
Description
Amount
4.17 10.22
10/24/11 10/23/11 - Andrew G Devore - Meals - Travel - Travel to DC from NH - $ Perkins Deposition 10/24/11 10/23/11 - Andrew G Devore - Meals - Travel - Travel to DC from NH Perkins Deposition
Subtotal: Meals:
14.39
Travel Date
Description
Amount
13.50 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
10/03/11 09/28/11 - Andrew G Devore - Toll - Traveling expenses while traveling to court hearing - From/To: N. Andover to Boston 10/21/11 10/18/11 - Mark R Somerstein - Booking Fee - Booking fee for flight to Philadelphia for Hearing 10/26/11 10/19/11 - Andrew G Devore - Booking Fee - Car to Airport 10/20 10/26/11 10/24/11 - Andrew G Devore - Booking Fee - Flight to DC for Perkins Deposition 10/26/11 10/24/11 - Andrew G Devore - Booking Fee - Flight to DC for Perkins Deposition
113.50
Amount
132.73
140.95
13.90
13.90
14.28
14.30
20.00
20.00
Date
Description
Amount
57.60
10/25/11 Requested By: Mark R Somerstein From: LaGuardia Airport, Flushing, NY To: 151 E 31 ST, MANHATTAN, NY Office: NYC Cab Voucher: 8776820 10/26/11 10/18/11 - Andrew G Devore - Taxi/Car Service - Car to Airport 10/20 From/To: Andover to Boston - Merchant: CTS CUSTOM TRANSPORT BRAINTREE MA - Travel Type: To/From Airport 10/27/11 10/21/11 - Andrew G Devore - Taxi/Car Service - Travel home from Logan to Andover - From/To: Boston to Andover - Merchant: CTS CUSTOM TRANSPORT BRAINTREE MA - Travel Type: To/From Airport 10/27/11 10/21/11 - Andrew G Devore - Taxi/Car Service - Travel from Andover to Manchester Airport - From/To: Andover to Manchester, NH Merchant: CTS CUSTOM TRANSPORT BRAINTREE MA - Travel Type: To/From Airport
115.00
115.00
199.02
856.68
Amount
556.95
262.44
669.06
50.00
1,538.45
Description
Amount
24.00
10/03/11 09/28/11 - Andrew G Devore - Parking - Parking expenses while traveling to court hearing - City: Boston - Merchant: PORT AUTHORITY BOSTON MA
24.00
Amount
713.52 257.60 235.46
Date 10/11/11 10/11/11 10/12/11 10/13/11 10/17/11 10/18/11 10/19/11 10/19/11 10/19/11 10/20/11 10/21/11 10/21/11 10/24/11 10/25/11 10/26/11
Description
Paid To: Westlaw Per: Azman Lexis Research Paid To: Westlaw Per Azman Paid To: Westlaw Per: Azman Paid To: Westlaw Per Azman Paid To: Westlaw Per: Azman Paid To: Westlaw Per: Reisman Paid To: Westlaw Per: Azman Lexis Research Paid To: Westlaw Per: Schneider Paid To: Westlaw Per: Azman Paid To: Westlaw Per: Reisman Paid To: Westlaw Per: Schneider Paid To: Westlaw Per: Azman Paid To: Westlaw Per Azman Subtotal: Computer Assisted Research:
Amount
902.35 33.60 126.79 2,585.26 393.99 425.04 53.13 757.79 28.00 264.46 45.71 146.28 908.70 659.64 135.41 8,672.73
Late Meals Description Date 10/17/11 Order: 224606751 - Invoice: 1034135 - SWeb Restaurant: Josie's New York
10/18/11 Order: 224803467 - Invoice: 1034135 - SWeb Restaurant: Little Thai Kitchen (53rd New York 10/18/11 09/26/11 - Darren T Azman - Meals - Working Late/Weekend - NYC Worked Late Meal Subtotal: Late Meals: Total Detailed Disbursements
Amount
29.67 22.46 15.00 67.13 13,761.69
RIPE
Invoice No.: 711746 November 15, 2011 Client Matter No.: 109221-0001
Perkins & Marie Callender's Creditors' Committee 6075 Poplar Avenue Suite 800 Memphis, TN 38119
251,580.25 $
$
13,761.69
265,341.94
Mail checks to: Ropes & Gray LLP P.O. Box 414265 Boston, MA 02241-4265
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: Chapter 11 In re: : Case No. 11-11795 (KG) PERKINS & MARIE CALLENDER'S INC., et al.,' : : (Jointly Administered)
: Objection Deadline: December 5, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. (ET)
Debtors.
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION Ropes & Gray LLP, counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors (the "Committee"), has filed its Fourth Monthly Application of Ropes & Gray LLP for Allowance of Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses as Counsel to the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors for the Period October 1, 2011 through October 31, 2011 (the "Application"). The Application seeks fees in the amount of $251,580.25 (80% = $201,264.20) and expenses in the amount of $13,761.69 for the period October 1, 2011 through and including October 31, 2011. Objections, if any, to the relief requested in the Application must be filed with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, 824 North Market Street, 3 rd Floor, Wilmington, Delaware 19801, on or before December 5, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. (ET). At the same time, you must also serve a copy of the objection upon the following parties so as to be received no later than 4:00 p.m. (ET) on December 5, 2011: (i) Debtors, Perkins & Marie Callender's Inc., 6075 Poplar Avenue, Suite 800, Memphis, Tennessee 38119 (Attn: Joseph F. Trungale); (ii) Counsel to the Debtors, Troutman Sanders LLP, The Chrysler Building, 405 Lexington Avenue, New York, New York 10174 (Attn: Mitchel H. Perkiel, Esquire and Brett D. Goodman, Esquire) and Young. Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP, The Brandywine Building, 1000 West Street, 17 th Floor, Wilmington, Delaware 19801 (Attn: Morgan L. Seward, Esquire); (iii) Counsel to the Agent for Debtors Pre-Petition Credit Facility and Post-Petition Debtor-in-Possession Financing Facility, Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker, 600 Peachtree Street, N.E., Twenty-Fourth Floor, Atlanta, Georgia 30308 (Attn: Jesse H. Austin, III, Esquire); (iv) Counsel to the Indenture Trustee for the Senior Secured Notes, Emmet, Marvin & Martin, LLP, 120 Broadway, 32 nd Floor, New York, New
1 The Debtors, together with the last four digits of each Debtor's federal tax identification number are: Perkins & Marie Callender's Inc. (4388); Perkins & Marie Callender's Holding Inc. (3999); Perkins & Marie Callender's Realty LLC (N/A); Perkins Finance Corp. (0081); Wilshire Restaurant Group LLC (0938); PMCI Promotions LLC (7308); Marie Callender Pie Shops, Inc. (7414); Marie Callender Wholesalers, Inc. (1978); MACAL Investors, Inc. (4225); MCID, Inc. (2015); Wilshire Beverage, Inc. (5887); and FIV Corp. (3448). The mailing address for the Debtors is 6075 Poplar Avenue, Suite 800, Memphis, TN 38119.
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York 10271 (Attn: Edward P. Zujkowski, Esquire); (v) Counsel to the Indenture Trustee for the Senior Notes, Foley & Lardner LLP, 90 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10016-1314 (Attn: Douglas Spelfogel, Esquire); (vi) Counsel to the Restructuring Support Parties, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, One Bryant Park, New York, New York 10036 (Attn: Ira Dizengoff, Esquire) and 1333 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20036 (Attn: Scott L. Alberino, Esquire); (vii) Counsel for Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors, Ropes & Gray LLP, 1211 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York 10036-8704 (Attn: Mark R. Somerstein, Esquire) and Landis Rath & Cobb LLP, 919 Market Street, Suite 1800, Wilmington, Delaware 19801 (Attn: William E. Chipman, Jr., Esquire); and (viii) the Office of the United States Trustee, District of Delaware, J. Caleb Boggs Federal Building, 844 King Street, Suite 2207, Lockbox 35, Wilmington, Delaware 19801 (Attn: Richard Schepacarter, Esquire). PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT PURSUANT TO THE ORDER UNDER 11 U.S.C. 105(A) AND 331, BANKRUPTCY RULE 2016 AND LOCAL RULE 2016-1 ESTABLISHING PROCEDURES FOR INTERIM COMPENSATION AND REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES OF PROFESSIONALS [DOCKET NO. 169], IF NO OBJECTIONS ARE FILED AND SERVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ABOVE PROCEDURE, THE DEBTORS WILL BE AUTHORIZED TO PAY 80% OF REQUESTED FEES AND 100% OF REQUESTED EXPENSES WITHOUT FURTHER COURT ORDER. ONLY IF AN OBJECTION IS PROPERLY AND TIMELY FILED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ABOVE PROCEDURE, WILL A HEARING BE HELD ON THE APPLICATION. Dated: November 18, 2011 Wilmington, Delaware LANDIS RATH & COBB LLP
William E. Chipman, Jr. (No. 3818) Mark D. Olivere (No. 4291) 919 Market Street, Suite 1800 Wilmington, Delaware 19801 (302) 467-4400 Telephone: Facsimile: (302) 467-4450 and ROPES & GRAY LLP Benjamin L. Schneider Mark R. Somerstein 1211 Avenue of the Americas New York, New York 10036-8704 Telephone: (212) 596-9000 Facsimile: (212) 596-9090 Counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors
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IN THE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF DELAWARE In re: PERKINS & MARIE CALLENDER'S INC., et al. Debtors, Chapter 11 Case No. 11-11795 (KG) (Jointly Administered)
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE STATE OF DELAWARE ) ) SS NEW CASTLE COUNTY ) Michelle M. Dero, being duly sworn according to law, deposes and says that she is employed by the law firm of Landis Rath & Cobb LLP, counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors of Perkins & Marie Callender's Inc. in the above-referenced cases, and on the 18th day of November, 2011, she caused copies of the following: NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND FOURTH MONTHLY APPLICATION OF ROPES & GRAY LLP FOR ALLOWANCE OF COMPENSATION AND REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES AS COUNSEL TO THE OFFICIAL COMMITTEE OF UNSECURED CREDITORS FOR THE PERIOD OCTOBER 1, 2011 THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2011 to be served upon the parties identified on the attached service list in the manner indicated.
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Via First Class Mail Joseph F. Trungale, President and CEO Perkins Et Marie Callender's Inc. 6075 Poplar Avenue, Suite 800 Memphis, TN 38119
Via Hand Delivery (Counsel for Debtors) Robert S. Brady, Esquire Robert F. Poppiti, Jr., Esquire Young Conaway Stargatt Et Taylor LLP The Brandywine Building 1000 West Street, 17th Floor Wilmington, DE 19801
Via First Class Mail (Counsel for Debtors) Brett D. Goodman, Esquire Michael H. Perkiel, Esquire Troutman Sanders LLP The Chrysler Building 405 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10174
Via First Class Mail Via Hand Delivery (Counsel for Wells Fargo Capital Finance, LLC) Richard W. Riley, Esquire Duane Morris LLP 222 Delaware Avenue, Suite 1600 Wilmington, DE 19801-1659 (Counsel for Wells Fargo Capital Finance, LLC) Jesse H. Austin, Esquire Cassie Coppage, Esquire Paul Hastings LLP 600 Peachtree Street, N.E. Twenty-Fourth Floor Atlanta, GA 30308
Via First Class Mail Via Hand Delivery Richard Schepacarter, Esquire Office of the United States Trustee 844 King Street, Suite 2207 Wilmington, DE 19801 (Counsel for The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A.) Edward P. Zujkowskl, Esquire Emmet, Marvin Et Martin LLP 120 Broadway, 32 nd Floor New York, NY 10271
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IN RE PERKINS Et MARIE CALLENDER'S INC. BANKRUPTCY CASE NO. 11-11795 (KG) "NOTICE ONLY" SERVICE LIST/LABELS
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Via Hand Delivery Via Hand Delivery State of Delaware - Division of Revenue 820 North French Street, 8 th Floor Wilmington, DE 19801
(Counsel for Inland Pacific Property Services LLC) Karen C. Bifferato, Esquire Christine M. Thompson, Esquire Connolly Bove Lodge Et Hutz LLP The Nemours Building 1007 North Orange Street Wilmington, DE 19801
Via First Class Mail Dun Et BradStreet c/o Receivable Management Services Attn: Ronald L. Rowland, Agent 307 International Circle, Suite 270 Hunt Valley, MD 21030
Via First Class Mail Sweetner Supply Corp. Attn: Dan Rissenberg P.O. Box 848 Aurora, IL 60507-0848
Via First Class Mail AIReS 6 Penn Center West, Suite 200 Pittsburgh, PA 15276
Via First Class Mail Ba(las Egg Product Corp. Attn: Craig Ballas PO Box 663881 Indianapolis, IN 46266
Via First Class Mail Bimbo Bakeries USA Inc. Attn: Jim Stone File 52176 Los Angeles, CA 90074
Via First Class Mail Via First Class Mail Cremes Unlimited Inc. Attn: John Evans 39633 Treasury Center Chicago, IL 60894
(Counsel for Daly City Serramonte Center, LLC; Irvine Company, LLC) Ernie Zachary Park, Esquire Bewley, Lassleben ft Miller, LLP 13215 East Penn Street, Suite 510 Whittier, CA 90602-1797
Via First Class Mail Delaware Secretary Of State - Division of Corporations Franchise Tax Attn: Officer, General or Managing Agent P.O. Box 898 Dover, DE 19903
Via First Class Mail Duck Delivery Produce Attn: Derek Delandro 8448 NE 33rd Drive, Suite 120 Portland, OR 97211
Via First Class Mail EFM Group, Inc. Attn: Del Crone P.O. Box 94958 Phoenix, AZ 85070
Via First Class Mail Omega Trust Attn: Brian Schwein 250 Lake Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317
Via First Class Mail Engauge Total Attn: Nick Bandy 375 North Front Street, Suite 40 Columbus, OH 43215
Via First Class Mail Fleischmanns Yeast Inc. Attn: Rice Pashia 4776 Collections Center Drive Chicago, IL 60693
Via First Class Mail Freshpoint Attn: Jeff Ronk 155 North Orange Avenue City of Industry, CA 91744
Via First Class Mail General Mills, Inc. Attn: Dan Hilton P.O. Box 120845 Dallas, TX 75312
Via First Class Mail GGP Limited Partnership, as Agent Attn: Kristen N. Pate 110 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606
Via First Class Mail H. Nagel Et Son Co. Inc. Attn: Mike Norris 2428 Central Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45214
Via First Class Mail Heilbrice Attn: Jeff Morris 9840 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92818
Via First Class Mail Internal Revenue Service Attn: Officer, General or Managing Agent 2970 Market Street P.O. Box 7346 Philadelphia, PA 19101-7346
Via First Class Mail Juana's Packing Co. Attn: Lee Erickson 14788 Winans Street West Olive, MI 49460
Via First Class Mail KABC-TV Attn: Paul Flectcher File #53525 Los Angeles, CA 90074
Via First Class Mail Kendall Frozen Fruits, Inc. Attn: Susan Kendall 9777 Wilshire Boulevard, #818 Beverly Hills, CA 90212-1908
Via First Class Mail KTTV Attn: Mark Sriro Fox Television Studios 1999 South Bundy Drive Los Angeles, CA 90025-5235
Via First Class Mail Lorders Croklaan USA Attn: Donna Bell P.O. Box 751594 Charlotte, NC 28275-1594
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Via First Class Mail Micros Systems Inc. Attn: Cindy Rivers P.O. Box 23747 Baltimore, MD 21203-5747
Via First Class Mail Mid Valley Nut Co. Inc. Attn: Gwen Bilek P.O. Box 987 Hughson, CA 95326
Via First Class Mail Moody's Investors Service Inc. Attn: Matt Maldhoff P.O. Box 102597 Atlanta, GA 30368-0597
Via First Class Mail News America Marketing FSI Inc. Attn: Dominic Soria P.O. Box 7247-6168 Philadelphia, PA 19170-6168
Via First Class Mail Via First Class Mail Next Day Gourmet Attn: Marc Karos 5353 Nathan Lane Plymouth, MN 55442
(Counsel for Northgate Station) John R. Knapp, Jr., Esquire Miller Nash LLP 4400 Two Union Square 601 Union Street Seattle, WA 98101
Via First Class Mail R.W. Smith ft Company Attn: Ken Foster P.O. Box 51847 Los Angeles, CA 90051-6147
Via First Class Mail Roger's Poultry Co. Attn: Karla Santiago 5050 South Santa Fe Avenue Vernon, CA 90058
Via First Class Mail Secretary of the Treasury Attn: Officer, General or Managing Agent P.O. Box 7040 Dover, DE 19903
Talx Corporation Attn: Kelly Brechman 3065 Paysphere Circle Chicago, IL 60674
Toof Commercial Painting Attn: Andy Overton P.O. Box 140539 Memphis, TN 38114
Via First Class Mail Via First Class Mail Tri State Cakes Attn: Alvin D. Kuper 3400 South Duluth Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(Counsel for Wells Fargo Capital Finance, LLC) Aaron M. Klein, Esquire Paul Hastings LLP Park Avenue Tower 75 East 55th Street, First Floor New York, NY 10022
Via First Class Mail Trustaff Personnel Services Attn: Lynn Dorn 4270 Glendale-Milford Road Cincinnati, OH 45242
Via First Class Mail Wawona Frozen Foods Attn: Susan Kendall P.O. Box 49330 San Jose, CA 95161-9330
Via First Class Mail GE Money Bank c/o Recovery Management Systems Corp. 25 SE 2nd Avenue, Suite 1120 Miami, FL 33131-1605 Attn: Ramesh Singh (SAM'S CLUB BRC [Last Four Digits of Account:0333])
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Via First Class Mail Merced County Tax Collector Attn: Monica Vazquez, Tax Collector Clerk II 2222 "M" Street Merced, CA 95340
Via First Class Mail Tennessee Department of Revenue c/o Tennessee Attorney General's Office Bankruptcy Division P.O. Box 20207 Nashville, TN 37202-0207