U.S. Bankruptcy Court issues new order on Chapter 13 attorney’s fees

Hon. Mary E. Lopinot, Chief Judge
Hon. Mary E. Lopinot, Chief Judge
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General Order 26-1 concerning attorney’s fees in Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases has been released. The order provides updated guidance on how attorneys are to be compensated in these cases.

Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows individuals with regular income to develop a plan to repay all or part of their debts over time, and attorney’s fees are a significant component of the process for both clients and legal professionals. This new order aims to clarify procedures and expectations regarding those fees.

For more details, the full text of General Order 26-1 can be accessed on the court’s official website.



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