FBFK Law Shareholder Megan F. Clontz explores one of bankruptcy law’s most intricate topics, how liens extend to post-petition property, in her article “Lien on Me,” published in the October 2025 issue of the American Bankruptcy Institute Journal.
The article examines Section 552 of the Bankruptcy Code, which generally prevents pre-petition liens from attaching to property acquired after a Chapter 11 filing, and discusses the nuanced exceptions and equitable considerations courts apply in practice. Drawing from case law involving service-based industries, Megan analyzes how courts distinguish between proceeds derived from secured collateral and income generated through a debtor’s labor or operational efforts.
Her insights shed light on the intersection of secured lending, cash collateral, and post-petition revenue, offering practical takeaways for attorneys and lenders navigating complex restructuring matters.
Click to read the full article in the American Bankruptcy Institute Journal (subscription required)