I filed for bankruptcy 5 yrs ago. my attorney notified all my debtors. none of them appeared in court ?

Question

when i went to court with my attorney none of my debtors came and i was granted the bankruptcy now 5 years later one of my debtors served me with a lawsuit are they allowed to do that?

Answer 1

If the debt was included in the bankruptcy, they cannot.  See if you can call the attorney representing the creditor and get him to dismiss the lawsuit upon receipt of a copy of the bankruptcy petition.  If that's not possible, you will need to file a motion to dismiss based on discharge in bankruptcy.  The court clerk's office may be able to help you with this or you may have to get a lawyer.