John Jefferson

Partner at Allen Matkins

Speaker

John Jefferson is a partner in Allen Matkins’ Los Angeles office who advises owners of distressed real estate assets across the full spectrum of restructuring and recovery strategies, including deed‑in‑lieu resolutions, forbearance agreements, loan modifications, and complex workout arrangements. Drawing on experience on both sides of distressed‑asset transactions, he also represents lenders in the acquisition and evaluation of non‑performing loans, giving him a broad view of how stakeholders assess risk and pursue value in challenging market conditions. His dual‑perspective approach enables him to identify creative, practical pathways for resolving troubled assets and guiding clients through evolving financial and operational pressures.