i got a voluntary dismissal on a chapter 13 bankruptcy, do I still have 10 days to convert to a chapter 7 bankruptcy
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i got a voluntary dismissal on a chapter 13 bankruptcy, do I still have 10 days to convert to a chapter 7 bankruptcy
I file received a dismissal for my chapter 13 bankruptcy and i understand the law is or was you have 10 days to reopen or convert to chapter 7 bankruptcy, Does this law still apply and for the state of ny
Asked on May 27, 2009 under Bankruptcy Law, New York
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
It depends on a number of factors. It is usually 10 days -- and remember the conversion is to help not serve as your ability to abuse the system.
Your best bet, in terms of what you have, etc., consult with a bankruptcy attorney. You should never go at this alone. Try www.attorneypages.com and then check his or her record at the New York State State Bar. Also, read the following:
https://bankruptcy-law.freeadvice.com/consumer_bankruptcy/switch_chapters.htm
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