Lien Claim

Judgment Liens: No Longer Avoidable in Southern Illinois Bankruptcy Court?

08/26/12

An old adage says that liens “pass through bankruptcy” unaffected.  As old adages go, it’s right as much as it’s wrong.  Particularly when referring to judgment liens against someones home which are normally subject to “avoidance.”  But a July, 2012 court decision puts that in doubt for Southern Illinois residents.

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