How long does it usually take for a Chapter 13 case to be processed?
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How long does it usually take for a Chapter 13 case to be processed?
We made our last payment (fee) to another bankruptcy provider in July, and we also met with an attorney for the last consultation before filing. We were told that it would take about 15-20 days for processing. The problem is its almost 3 months now and all we’ve been getting was a run around. We constantly call now, almost everyday, the receptionist always gives excuses such as, computer problems (“Can’t pull up any info”; “Let me get your info and we will call you as soon the pc is available; or “They’re busy with another client”).
Asked on October 7, 2010 under Bankruptcy Law, California
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
If you contacted a bankruptcy law firm to help you, Chapter 13 filings may not take too long if you have all of your debts organized and have the plan ready to be filed. However, if you contacted some sort of debt adjustment company who advertises it has lawyers working for you, make sure that entity requires a license by your state to conduct such activity and make sure it is licensed. If it is a law firm and you have checked that the lawyer or lawyers working on your case have the law license needed to practice law and are able to practice, you may wish to file a complaint with the California state bar. California may have a fund to refund any fees you paid these attorneys if it finds you are not being zealously advocated (zealous advocacy is a legal ethics requirement for attorneys).
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