How Do You Stop Dismissal Of Chapter 13?
If you meet the qualifications to file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the bankruptcy court in your district will review your income and assets in order to structure a repayment plan for your debts. The repayment plan, and thus the bankruptcy itself, lasts three to five years. If, during the three- to five-year period, you fail to adhere to any of the guidelines set forth by the bankruptcy court, your Chapter 13 petition may be dismissed. You may be able to stop the dismissal and have the bankruptcy reinstated. Evaluate the amount of time that has passed since the court ordered the dismissal. You have a limited amount of time to contest the ruling. This time period varies by district. Find out why the bankruptcy was dismissed. You may have neglected to pay a fee or file paperwork necessary to your case. Remedy the problem. Your bankruptcy was dismissed for a reason. If you forgot to make a payment, pay it. If important court documents are missing your signature, sign them. It is vital that yo
