Bankruptcy and the Military

Men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces should consult with a knowledgeable attorney about their options if they are struggling with overwhelming debt. The bankruptcy attorneys at the Law Offices of Stuart B. Handelman know that there are unique laws that will affect a veteran or active serviceperson’s bankruptcy options and are prepared to help you get the debt relief you need. Contact our offices at 312-360-0500 for more information about bankruptcy options for military members.

Things You Should Know

When members of the military are preparing for bankruptcy there are certain exceptions to standard regulations that they may meet. The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act outlines these military-specific standards by:

• Protecting military members from eviction and foreclosure
• Dismissing the requirement of certain documents
• Defense from default judgments
• Termination of lease

For more information about military members and bankruptcy, contact a legal professional.

Contact Us

At the Law Offices of Stuart B. Handelman we know that your may be forced to deal with difficult financial constraints. As a member of the military, you may qualify for unique bankruptcy opportunities and we are ready to help you move forward from this challenging time. Contact our offices at 312-360-0500 to discuss your situation with a member of our team today.