Aggressive Bankruptcy Planning Didn’t Result in the Loss of Discharge
Sixth Circuit held that preferring one creditor with a nondischargeable claim before bankruptcy isn’t intent to hinder, delay or defraud.
Court:
Receipt of a Chapter 7 Discharge Doesn’t Preclude Conversion to Chapter 13
Small state exemptions mean that some low-income debtors can lose their homes in chapters 7 and 13 if there is equity.
On Conversion to ‘7,’ Admin Expenses in ‘13’ Must Be Paid, Harris Notwithstanding
When chapter 13 cases are converted to chapter 7 before confirmation, bankruptcy courts are split on whether the broad language in Harris v. Viegelahn bars chapter 13 trustees from paying administrative expenses incurred before conversion.
Court:
Judicial Round-and-Round
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Faculty Biographies (2024 Midwestern Bankruptcy Institute)
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Getting Comfortable with the Uncomfortable
Regional Best Practices for Consumer Professionals
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