Scott A. Chernich Chapter 7 Trustee – Lansing, MI

Expert Bankruptcy and Insolvency Representation

Scott A. Chernich is a prominent figure in the Michigan bankruptcy community, serving as both a Chapter 7 Trustee for the Western District of Michigan and a shareholder at the prestigious law firm of Foster Swift Collins and Smith PC. With over three decades of legal experience, Mr. Chernich brings a dual perspective to bankruptcy law that few attorneys possesses. As a trustee, he is appointed by the U.S. Department of Justice to administer bankruptcy estates, liquidate assets, and pay creditors. As a private attorney, he represents financial institutions, businesses, and creditors in complex insolvency matters. If you are a creditor seeking to recover assets or a business navigating financial distress, you need to find a lawyer who understands the system from the inside out.

Specialized Legal Practice

Mr. Chernich’s practice is focused on the intricacies of financial law and insolvency:

• Bankruptcy Lawyers: Representing creditors, including community banks and credit unions, in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 proceedings.
• Commercial Litigation: Handling business disputes, collections, and contract enforcement issues.
• Construction Law: Advising on lien law rights, surety issues, and construction contracts.
• Creditor Rights: Prosecuting claims and recovering collateral for lenders and financial institutions.

Trusted Fiduciary Services

Since his appointment as a Chapter 7 Panel Trustee in 2003, Scott Chernich has earned a reputation for fairness and efficiency. He also serves as a Subchapter V Chapter 11 Trustee, helping small businesses reorganize their debts. His role as a fiduciary demonstrates his high level of integrity and deep knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code. He is adept at spotting issues early in the process and mediating resolutions between conflicting parties. When you order a lawyer with Mr. Chernich’s background, you are securing representation that is respected by judges and peers alike.

Professional Excellence

Practicing out of downtown Lansing, Mr. Chernich is deeply involved in the legal community. He has served as the Treasurer of Foster Swift and held leadership roles in the American Bankruptcy Institute. He has also shared his expertise as an adjunct professor at Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Whether acting as a trustee or an advocate, his goal is to maximize value and ensure the orderly administration of justice. For complex financial matters, Scott A. Chernich offers the sophisticated guidance you need.