Legal Question in Bankruptcy in California

My residential tenants hav3e filed for bankruptcy. What forms do I need to file with the courts to protect my rights to collect rent?


Asked on 8/23/09, 3:13 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

You're entitled to collect rent from the date of the bankruptcy filing. The prior rent obligation will be discharged, assuming they filed Chapter 7. Of course, if the bankruptcy is dismissed rather than discharged, you then could attempt to collect your back rent.

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Answered on 8/23/09, 4:02 pm


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