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This Week's Featured Articles

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April 19, 2026
We are pleased to bring another article from a Tom Vaughan Intern. Ms. Johnson does not simply look at discharging student loans, but the much broader picture of how student loans are incurred in the first place – an original perspective.
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jen-lee
April 19, 2026
“Most bankruptcy clients do not want to talk on the phone. Not yet.”
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April 19, 2026
Although a Chapter 13 plan can override a writ of eviction, debtor must demonstrate they can perform under an assumed lease and default can be cured “promptly.”
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Other Recent Articles

Hayes Jury
April 12, 2026
“I’ll bet (up to five bucks) that Pepper is the most commonly quoted Supreme Court case in the bankruptcy world for this single proposition.”
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kevinanderson
April 12, 2026
Judge Anderson presents Academy subscribers with his analysis of Chapter 13 filing trends and broader economic conditions for the first quarter of 2026. Those already familiar with his work will appreciate his latest insights, while new readers will quickly recognize his exceptional ability to interpret and distill complex data into meaningful conclusions.
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Copy of Hildebrand-2016
April 12, 2026
Providing notice of a claim objection by sending it and the hearing notice to a designated email address does not satisfy the service requirements of FRBP 3007(a).
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Gardner
April 5, 2026
A very special letter from Max himself, “To all my Boot Camp Grads and fellow bankruptcy attorneys.” And we adore you, Max.
Scott Waterman
April 5, 2026
“This article offers both a summary of the decision and some practical observations from the perspective of a standing trustee.” We believe this article will be of interest to non-trustees as it provides a framework for establishing the record early when dealing with the Department of Education.
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Copy of Hildebrand-2016
April 5, 2026
A bankruptcy filing by a guarantor of a note secured by property titled in the debtor’s LLC is not protected by the automatic stay.
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Sensenich
April 5, 2026
The tenacity of a community and the resilience of generational family farmers equals a successful Chapter 12.
joseph 12-2024
March 29, 2026
When the math does not work, sometimes creative consumer attorneys try to make the balloon fly.
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Copy of Hildebrand-2016
March 29, 2026
Pro se Chapter 13 debtor’s case would be dismissed with a bar on refiling even though debtor was current on her confirmed plan payments due to her abuse of the bankruptcy process, including litigious but pointless pleadings, and continuing effort to relitigate matters already decided by the court.
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March 29, 2026
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Larry Ahern. He was a frequent contributor to ConsiderChapter13.org for many years but more importantly he was our friend. We already miss you, Larry.
moran_cathy
March 29, 2026
Tired of eating fees at the end of a Chapter 13 when the debtor/client gets a discharge and you get to write off the time you spent in excess of the approved fee? Meet the Bingham Provision!
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Consumer Bankruptcy Education
March 29, 2026
Special congratulations to Michael B. Baker*, Edward C. Boltz*, Hon. D. Sims Crawford, Melissa J. Davey, Kara K. Gendron*, and Hon. Michael E. Romero*.

Current Webinars

April 6, 2026
Three months into the new procedures dictated by Rule 3002.1 F.R.B.P., our stellar panelists Hilary Bonial, Managing Director of Bonial...
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February 21, 2026
The Means Test is certainly more than just a math problem. Twenty plus years of use and the Means Test...
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December 15, 2025
The biggest enhancement to Bankruptcy Rule 3002.1 in over a decade took effect 12/1 bringing new requirements for home mortgage...
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December 3, 2025
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September 27, 2025
Join experts Chapter 13 Trustee Scott Waterman and Igor Roitburg (Senior Managing Director for Stretto) for a 1 hour discussion...
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Looking to Become a Member?

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: