Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Florida
If a tenant in a commercial property declares bankruptcy, could the Bankruptcy Court require the landlord to submit, pay or refund the security deposit to the Bankruptcy Court even though the tenant is indebted to the landlord and has defaulted in rent in excess of that deposit.
Asked on 11/03/09, 10:53 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Brent Rose
The Orsini & Rose Law Firm
Yes, unless the lease is going to continue, the deposit would typically be sent to the bankruptcy trustee.
Answered on 11/08/09, 11:35 am
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