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INTRODUCTION
Farm reorganization through chapter 12 of the Bankruptcy Code provides a powerful tool for farmers seeking to restructure burdensome debt, change production models, or even transition a farm to the next generation. While the...
The purpose of this General Order is to supersede and amend General Order No. 101 issued on August 4, 2021 revising the District of Vermont’s courthouse entrance protocols and COVID-19 restrictions in public areas of the district’s courthouses....
UNITED STATES TRUSTEE PROGRAM INFORMATIONAL NOTICE - EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
If you are a renter having trouble paying your rent or a landlord who has lost rental income due to challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic,...
General Order No. 101 (pdf)
While bankruptcy is often associated with negative connotations, filing for Chapter 12 relief can also present opportunity for farmers. Not only can it help farms avoid or recover from financial distress; it can also help save taxes due when...
On June 14, 2021, Governor Phil Scott issued an Executive Order rescinding all of the State of Vermont’s COVID-19 restrictions and ending Vermont’s COVID-19 State of Emergency effective at midnight June 15. Consistent with the court’s approach...
Based on the final report of the Post-COVID Procedures Task Force, and input from members of the VBA Bankruptcy Section, and the Clerk’s Office, THE COURT FINDS it appropriate to establish written guidelines regarding the conduct of, and criteria...
Following the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) revised guidance, Governor Phil Scott issued an Executive Order on May 14, 2021 lifting the State of Vermont’s masking and social distancing requirements for fully vaccinated...
August 10th Chapter 13 hearing date for Burlington has been moved to August 3rd