The Massachusetts Decree and Order of Insolvency is a court order issued by the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts, which declares that an individual or business is insolvent and unable to pay its debts. It is issued upon the application of a creditor or other interested party, and the court makes a determination based on the evidence presented. The order prohibits creditors from taking any action against the debtor, such as seizing assets or initiating legal proceedings. It also gives the debtor time to reorganize or liquidate his or her assets in order to pay off creditors. The Massachusetts Decree and Order of Insolvency may be issued in one of two forms: a voluntary insolvency or an involuntary insolvency. A voluntary insolvency is initiated by the debtor, who seeks the protection of the court from creditors. An involuntary insolvency is initiated by creditors, who seek to have the debtor declared insolvent by the court. The order also appoints a trustee to oversee the insolvency process. The trustee is responsible for collecting assets, liquidating assets, and distributing any funds to creditors in accordance with the order. The trustee also has the authority to negotiate settlements with creditors and to pursue legal action against the debtor, if necessary. Once the debtor has paid all of his or her debt, the trustee will file a final report with the court, and the Massachusetts Decree and Order of Insolvency will be discharged.