Ipso Facto Clause | Practical Law

Ipso Facto Clause | Practical Law

Ipso Facto Clause

Ipso Facto Clause

Practical Law Glossary Item 0-382-3561 (Approx. 2 pages)

Glossary

Ipso Facto Clause

Also known as an ipso facto provision or bankruptcy clause. A provision in an agreement which permits its termination due to the bankruptcy, insolvency, or financial condition of a party. The Bankruptcy Code prohibits enforcement of such provisions in executory contracts and unexpired leases of the debtor (§ 365(e)(1), Bankruptcy Code).