April 17, 2019
Judge Hunt in Chicago tells debtors’ counsel to oppose inclusion of unjustifiable provisions in chapter 13 plans, even if it means contested confirmation hearings.
Judge Hunt in Chicago tells debtors’ counsel to oppose inclusion of unjustifiable provisions in chapter 13 plans, even if it means contested confirmation hearings.
January 28, 2019
Bankruptcy judge reluctantly follows precedent where the Seventh Circuit is in the minority on the new value defense.
Bankruptcy judge reluctantly follows precedent where the Seventh Circuit is in the minority on the new value defense.
December 21, 2018
Local rules may not impose confirmation requirements beyond those contained in the statute.
Local rules may not impose confirmation requirements beyond those contained in the statute.
October 30, 2018
A motion extending the dischargeability deadline does not require personal service on the debtor, Chicago judge rules.
A motion extending the dischargeability deadline does not require personal service on the debtor, Chicago judge rules.
September 21, 2018
Judge Barnes won’t allow a chapter 13 debtor’s counsel to be paid at the expense of secured creditors.
Judge Barnes won’t allow a chapter 13 debtor’s counsel to be paid at the expense of secured creditors.