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Bankruptcy Litigation

Bankruptcy provides a means for individuals and businesses to regain their financial footing by discharging their debts. Bankruptcy cases are handled by the federal courts; each federal district contains a bankruptcy unit that hears only these cases. Bankruptcy litigation involves the hearing of the bankruptcy petition as well as actions by creditors who are contesting bankruptcy petitions or attempting to reach debtor funds.

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Things You Might Be Thinking About Being Involved in a Lawsuit

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