Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights

Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights

Protecting Your Financial Interests

Bankruptcy and financial distress present serious challenges for businesses, creditors, and individuals. Whether you’re pursuing debt relief, recovering owed assets, or navigating insolvency, the right legal strategy can make all the difference.

At Danna McKitrick, our attorneys provide experienced counsel in all facets of bankruptcy law, from debt workouts to asset purchases. Led by Tom DeWoskin, one of the most respected bankruptcy attorneys in Missouri, our team helps clients protect their financial interests and pursue practical solutions.

Comprehensive Bankruptcy Law Services

Bankruptcy law impacts businesses, creditors, and individuals in different ways, requiring experienced legal counsel to navigate the process effectively. Our attorneys assist with both formal proceedings and informal debt workouts, helping clients restructure financial obligations, recover debts, and protect assets.

Danna McKitrick’s bankruptcy law services include:

  • Representation of secured and unsecured creditors in bankruptcy proceedings
  • Advocacy for Chapter 11 creditor committees
  • Legal counsel for businesses and individuals facing financial distress
  • Advising clients on private workouts and debt restructuring
  • Assisting businesses in purchasing assets out of bankruptcy
  • Handling receiverships and other out-of-court debt resolution processes

Protecting Creditors’ Rights

Creditors deserve strong legal representation to recover debts and enforce their rights. Whether a secured lender, trade creditor, or investor, having an experienced legal team ensures that financial interests are prioritized in bankruptcy proceedings.

Our attorneys work with creditors to:

  • File and enforce claims in Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases
  • Challenge improper bankruptcy filings and discharge requests
  • Negotiate repayment plans and asset recovery agreements
  • Litigate fraudulent transfers and preference claims
  • Protect collateral through foreclosure, repossession, or asset sales

Legal Support for Businesses and Individuals Facing Bankruptcy

For businesses and individuals struggling with financial distress, bankruptcy may provide an opportunity for restructuring, relief, and a path forward. Our team assists clients in exploring all available options, from debt workouts and reorganization plans to asset protection strategies.

We provide legal guidance to:

  • Small businesses in financial distress considering Chapter 11 reorganization, out of court solutions, or business liquidation
  • Individuals facing complicated financial issues and needing bankruptcy or out of court representation
  • Business clients exploring the purchase of assets or companies from bankruptcy proceedings

A Team Approach for Complex Cases

Bankruptcy law frequently overlaps with corporate, tax, real estate, employment, and litigation issues. Danna McKitrick’s multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive legal support, ensuring that all aspects of a client’s financial situation are addressed. Our firm’s ability to integrate multiple legal disciplines offers a distinct advantage in complex insolvency matters.

Strategic Bankruptcy Counsel You Can Trust

Whether protecting creditor rights, restructuring financial obligations, or guiding businesses and individuals through bankruptcy, Danna McKitrick offers experienced, strategic legal counsel to help clients move forward with confidence.

For trusted representation, contact Danna McKitrick today.

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