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Bankruptcy Law Boomed In 2025 — Reasons Why Are Up for Debate

Bankruptcy law boomed at the end of 2025 and is expected to remain strong throughout 2026, but the reasons for the growth in activity are up for debate, with practitioners crediting global politics, COVID-19’s fallout and other factors.

7 minute read April 01, 2026 at 12:03 AM
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Ryan Harroff
Bankruptcy Law Boomed In 2025 — Reasons Why Are Up for Debate

Bankruptcy law boomed at the end of 2025 and is expected to remain strong throughout 2026, but the reasons for the growth in activity are up for debate, with practitioners crediting global politics, COVID-19’s fallout and other factors.

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