Judge Court
Southern District of Texas
Judge Isgur Allows 401(k) Contributions in Chapter 13 Up to What the IRS Code Allows
Contributions to 401(k) plans are deducted from ‘projected disposable income,’ even though the debtor was not making contributions before filing
Judge Isgur Knocks Down a Special Counsel’s Fees for ‘Unprofessional’ Conduct
Incivility may be acceptable in matrimonial matters, but not when the lawyer represents a debtor.
Even ‘False’ Debts Are Discharged
Student loan lender’s argument was ‘preposterous,’ judge says.
No Statute of Limitations for Suing on a Trustee’s Surety Bond
Removing and discharging a trustee are not synonymous, Houston judge rules.
For Chapter 13 Eligibility, Lease Claims Aren’t Capped
Large judgment for future rent made debtors ineligible for chapter 13.
Courts Split on Bankruptcy Judge’s Ability to Invoke ‘Innocent Spouse’ Doctrine
After waiting six months, bankruptcy court may rule on a debtor’s ‘innocent spouse’ claim.
Debtor May Not Benefit from His Own Fraudulent Transfer
Exemption cannot be claimed in a home recovered as a fraudulent transfer.
Exemptions Are Not a Moving Target the Trustee Can Shoot Down at Any Time
Judge Isgur interprets Schwab v. Reilly to benefit debtors and disadvantage trustees.