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Expert: Jason Barnette, Esq. - 1/5/2010


Question
I own a small corporation in TN.  I recently was notified that I was going to have a levy placed on my personal checking account for an outstanding personal debt.  The problem was they also placed a levy on my corporation's checking account which happened to be at the same financial institution.  Can they do this?

Answer

Barnette Law Offices
Bryan:

Typically, no, they cannot under Tennessee law insofar as the corporation is a distinct "person" from yourself.  You probably will need a consumer attorney to address this matter for you and we would be willing to help if you're so inclined.

Jason Barnette, Esq.
Barnette Law Offices, LLC
1800 Hayes Street; Suite 122
Nashville, TN 37203
615-585-2245
http://www.barnettelawoffices.com

Jason Barnette, Esq.

Expertise

I am the managing member of and a trial attorney at Barnette Law Offices, LLC, located in Nashville, Tennessee. Our firm focuses upon consumer protection cases arising under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act.

Experience

Attorney Licensed to practice before Tennessee state and federal courts

Education/Credentials
Juris Doctor

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