Top 10 of 911 law firms for Defending Bankruptcy Petitions, Litigation

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This area covers defending petitions to bankrupt a person, typically brought under the Insolvency Act 1986, and the related processes in England. A solicitor in this field helps a debtor or a company respond to a creditor’s petition, challenges to a petition, and any ensuing court steps. They advise on grounds to resist, prepare evidence of solvency or restructuring options, and coordinate with trustees or the Insolvency Service where needed. The work often involves court appearances, negotiating arrangements, and applying for annulment or alternative settlements to avoid a bankruptcy order.

What a solicitor handles in these matters

These matters involve specific statutory triggers, court procedures and documentation, such as responding to a petition, producing financial information, and engaging with the court and potential trustees. The solicitor handles the drafting of statements, bundles of financial evidence, and any applications to adjourn, set aside or annul a petition, as well as negotiating with creditors and presenting alternatives under the Insolvency Act 1986.

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Emma Wheelhouse

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I would like to take the time to say thank you to Emma Wheelhouse and Thompsons for their hard work over the years and successfully winning my civil case. It’s been a long journey for myself but Thompsons and Emma wheelhouse and others worked extremely hard to bring my case to a conclusion. I personally would recommend Thompsons solicitors because they are so experienced in what they do. Many thanks. Stephen.

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I would highly recommend Kat Moody litigation solicitor and also , Hilda Preston legal secretary, from Kat taking over my case things moved very quickly with a great outcome,Kat and Hilda were at the end of the phone through a very difficult and stressful times

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Fiona McAnaw

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We are so grateful to Fiona and her team for all their hard work over the past two years. She represented us in a complex case at the High Court and managed to win a result exceeding our expectations. From the start, Fiona was brilliant. She explained everything clearly, kept us updated and was always honest and straightforward about what to expect. Her attention to detail and ability to stay ahead was incredible. What stood out was Fiona’s determination. She worked tirelessly, making sure every angle of the case was covered. When it came to courtroom prep, her skills in managing her team were second to none – calm, confident, and sharp. You wouldn’t want to face Fiona as your opponent; she’s that good! We can’t thank her enough for the amazing result she achieved for us. If you need a highly skilled solicitor who genuinely cares about her clients, Fiona is the one to call, gosh help anyone who comes up against her!

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