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Illinois Southern Bankruptcy Court

The Illinois Southern Bankruptcy Court is a federal court that handles bankruptcy cases in southern Illinois. It helps individuals and businesses that cannot pay their debts by providing legal processes to either eliminate debts or create a repayment plan. The court ensures fair treatment of creditors and debtors while following federal bankruptcy laws. Cases can vary from personal bankruptcies under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 to corporate bankruptcies under Chapter 11. The court aims to help people regain financial stability while adhering to legal standards.