Georgia election workers seek to dismiss Giuliani's bankruptcy case following $148M judgment

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy proceedings are facing opposition from creditors, notably two former Georgia election workers who secured a $148 million defamation judgment against him. These creditors are contesting Giuliani's move to convert his bankruptcy into a liquidation, citing his alleged disregard for bankruptcy laws. They claim that Giuliani's actions, stemming from his association with former President Donald Trump's false claims about the 2020 election, have resulted in death threats against them, prompting fears for their safety. Legal representatives for the creditors, including Philip Dublin and Rachel Strickland, have accused Giuliani of non-compliance with court orders, failure to provide financial documents, and employing delaying tactics in the bankruptcy process. They are expected to seek the dismissal of the bankruptcy case at an upcoming hearing. Giuliani's bankruptcy lawyer, Gary Fischoff, defended Giuliani's right to convert the case to a Chapter 7 liquidation, which would involve the appointment of a trustee to manage his assets and facilitate creditor payments. If the bankruptcy case is dismissed, the creditors, Freeman and Moss, could pursue their efforts to collect the $148 million judgment in a separate court, potentially avoiding additional legal fees associated with the bankruptcy proceedings. Meanwhile, Freeman and Moss have requested the court to affirm that the judgment cannot be discharged during Giuliani's bankruptcy. Giuliani, who was recently disbarred in New York for making false statements about the 2020 election, faces criminal charges in Georgia and Arizona related to his involvement in attempts to overturn the election results. In his bankruptcy filings, Giuliani disclosed debts totaling nearly $153 million, including tax liabilities, legal fees, and potential lawsuit judgments. His financial documents revealed limited cash reserves and a significant reduction in his retirement account balance over the past year. Despite these challenges, Giuliani maintains assets valued between $1 million to $10 million. The ongoing legal battles and financial struggles underscore the complex and contentious nature of Giuliani's bankruptcy proceedings.