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Notice of Appointment of New Bankruptcy Judge

On September 20, 2024, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit appointed Paul R. Hage as a United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan.

From the Administrative Office of the Courts

  • In September 2024 the Judicial Conference approved the recommendation to make amendments to Official Form 410 (concerning the uniform claims identifier) effective December 1, 2024, instead of the original effective date of December 1, 2025. The new Official Form 410 Proof of Claim can be found here.
  • The following rules and form were published for comment in August: Bankruptcy Rules 1007, 3018, 5009, 9006, 9014, 9017, new Rule 7043, and Official Form 410S1. The comment period is open until February 17, 2025. Click here for the proposed amended rules and directions on how to submit comments. Comments are encouraged.

This Week's Featured Articles

Bronitsky
October 6, 2024
This week Trustee Bronitsky brings subscribers an excellent checklist on conducting 341’s – yes, we know, unless you are new to consumer bankruptcy practice you’ve been doing them for years but chances are you too need this reminder!!
Members
Copy of Hildebrand-2016
October 6, 2024
The district’s “no-look” fee is just a guideline for the court to assess what is reasonable for a debtor’s attorney to charge for filing a Chapter 13 case: the debtor’s attorney seeking something beyond it must prove that the fee is justified.
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hayes
October 6, 2024
“What, he [Gorsuch] explains, jumped out at me is that not only are there too many laws and administrative rules, but there are too many laws and rules created by agencies -- by individuals not chosen by we the people, and often in the far-away land we call Washington.”
boltz2
October 6, 2024
“The government is owed this debt through a welfare cost recovery system which requires custodial parents that file for welfare benefits to pursue child support from noncustodial parents and assign those rights to the government.”

Current Articles

Copy of Hildebrand-2016
September 29, 2024
Creditor with inadequate notice holds a fully nondischargeable obligation following a Chapter 7 discharge.
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johnhooge
September 29, 2024
In a Chapter 7 client surrendered her vehicle. Case was filed declaring such and no vehicle ownership expense was claimed. Subsequently, the lender offered a modified loan with a reduced monthly payment that was found acceptable. Accordingly, client now plans to reaffirm. This raises several procedural questions Attorney Hooge answers for us.
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Sensenich
September 29, 2024
Jan Sensenich is retiring today . . . . Bidding farewell to Jan is no easy task. He has been a well-respected Chapter 12 Trustee and Standing Chapter 13 Trustee for 33 years . . . We love and will miss you, Jan, but won’t miss you too much! Jan plans to continue writing for ConsiderChapter13.org!!
PamelaSimmonsBeasley
September 29, 2024
When you hear the words “gone too soon,” it is usually related to death. Fortunately, that is not the case here. Pamela Simmons Beasley, Chapter 13 Trustee for the District of South Carolina in Columbia, made an indelible impression on me and the NACTT. We will miss you, Pam!
BuzzyStubbs
September 29, 2024
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Trawick "Buzzy" Hamilton Stubbs Jr. on September 25th.
Copy of Hildebrand-2016
September 22, 2024
The debtor’s family expense for nonessential taekwondo training and gym memberships demonstrated an abuse of Chapter 7 and the case would be dismissed unless converted to a Chapter 13.
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More Articles

moran_cathy
September 22, 2024
As lawyers, words are our stock in trade. Here, Cathy and Ed Boltz look at an explanation of the difference between preemption and preclusion.
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headshots-1
September 22, 2024
Lilian G. Tsang was appointed as Chapter 13 Standing Trustee for the Eastern District of California on September 1, 2023. Then, on January 1, 2024, Lilian took on the Fresno and Bakersfield divisions.
fanniefaefreddiemac
September 22, 2024
We are pleased to provide a detailed guide to new guidelines for Flex Modifications effective both 11/1 and 12/1.
daryl smith
September 15, 2024
The statutes and case law surrounding bankruptcy and criminal debts involve nuanced distinctions and rigorous proof requirements. Trustee Smith brings ConsiderChapter13.org readers insight into what is and what is not dischargeable.
Members
Copy of Hildebrand-2016
September 15, 2024
Failure of a Chapter 13 debtor to disclose the existence of a cause of action which accrued prior to or shortly after the filing of the petition merits dismissal of the case with a one-year bar against a subsequent bankruptcy filing.
Members
barbfoley
September 15, 2024
“ . . . Barb quickly put my concerns to rest . . . . She was respectful but firm, of course, and I could also detect a nurturing side. We talked about, of all things, my relationship with my mother (let's not go there!) and I foresaw that Barb would be making her mark on our district.” We will miss you, Barb!!!

Current Webinars

August 17, 2024
Presenters: Jody Bledsoe and Thom Hopper This webinar is directed to everyone involved in consumer bankruptcy.  Chapter 13 Standing Trustees...
Members
June 20, 2024
As we learned in Part 1 (Income)**, the quirks and quagmire of the means test are deep and wide! We...
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June 20, 2024
Moderator Honorable Daniel P. Collins will lead Trustee Diana Daugherty and Nicole Novak, Esq. in a discussion on the specific...
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May 14, 2024
This webinar features three distinguished experts in the legal realm of mortgage servicing - Michael J. McCormick, a seasoned senior...
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March 28, 2024
Join experts* Cathy Moran and Jill Michaux for a 90-minute discussion on cutting through the quirks and quagmire of utilizing...
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September 21, 2023
Join Josh Cohen (The Student Loan Lawyer) and Scott Waterman in a FAST one hour look at the very first...
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ConsiderChapter13.org offers a forum to advance continuing education of consumer bankruptcy via access to insightful articles, informative webinars, and the latest industry news. Join now to benefit from expert resources and stay informed.

Webinars

These informative sessions are led by industry experts and cover a range of consumer bankruptcy topics.

Member Articles

Written by industry experts, these articles provide in-depth analysis and practical guidance on consumer bankruptcy topics.

Industry News

The Academy is the go-to source for the latest news and analysis in the Chapter 13 bankruptcy industry.

To get started, please let us know which of these best fits your current position: