Representing Creditors in Bankruptcy Court

Collecting Debts during Bankruptcy

Many times, banks and other creditors find themselves dealing with debtors who have filed for protection under the bankruptcy laws. Bankruptcy provides protection for individuals and business unable to cope with mounting financial problems. Commercial and consumer bankruptcy protection jeopardizes your rights as a creditor. Under bankruptcy protection, creditors must suspend any attempts to collect unpaid debts, but they do have certain rights that survive even bankruptcy. You may still be able to recover some or even all of the debt by obtaining relief in Bankruptcy Court. Attorney Bernard D’Orazio has extensive experience assisting creditors in Bankruptcy Court proceedings.

Representation in Bankruptcy Proceedings

Attorney D’Orazio represents clients in bankruptcy proceedings, including adversary proceedings seeking a determination of the dischargeability of debts and the defense of preference actions.

Generally speaking, a preferential transfer is a pre-bankruptcy transfer made by an insolvent debtor to or for the benefit of a creditor, thereby allowing the creditor to receive more than its proportionate share of the debtor's assets. We defend clients in preference actions brought by Bankruptcy Court trustees. If you receive a summons in a Bankruptcy Court preference action, you should consult with an experienced attorney before taking any action.

The Law Offices of Bernard D’Orazio offers large law firm experience and a small law firm environment. We provide clients with sophisticated, effective, and efficient legal services, and work with an eye towards your bottom line.

If a bankruptcy filing has suspended your efforts to collect a debt owed to you or your business, an experienced lawyer can help. Contact attorney Bernard D'Orazio, in New York, New York, to schedule an appointment. We can help protect your rights as a creditor.