debtor in possession

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A natural person or corporation that has filed a bankruptcy petition, but remains in possession of property upon which a creditor has a lien or similar security interest. Such a business may continue to operate its business under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Word forms

debtor in possession debtors in possession

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