How does bankruptcy affect a business lease?

The answer to this question depends on a number of factors. First, who filed bankruptcy: an individual or a business entity such as a limited liability company or corporation? Also, is the tenant listed in the lease a business entity or is the lease in the name of the individual who filed bankruptcy ("debtor")? Is there a personal guarantee signed by the debtor? Second, was the lease assumed or rejected in the bankruptcy case? If the individual or business debtor filing the bankruptcy was a tenant on the lease, it is required to state their intention whether to retain the lease space or vacate the lease in their bankruptcy case.

I recommend you speak to a bankruptcy or real estate lawyer before speaking to your landlord about the timing of vacating the lease space. Best of luck.