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What type of Legal help do I need?

Small Business owner (Wholesale flowers) our business has been losing money and I have a past due with a vendor. They are suing us for the amount due and interest....I have no assets, except for 2 cars. I am not sure what type of attorney I need to help with the suit, what options do I have in this case?
Bankruptcy?
Negotiate?
Or other?

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A business litigator can defend the lawsuit, if that's what you choose to do. And yes, your other options are filing for bankruptcy (which is only something you should do if you have significant debt), or negotiating a resolution, such as installment payments.

Disclaimer: Please note that this answer does not constitute legal advice, and should not be relied on, since each state has different laws, each situation is fact specific, and it is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the facts and documents at issue. This answer does not create an attorney-client relationship.

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