By Ryan C. Wood It is possible to voluntarily dismiss a chapter 7 case, but rarely successful and it is never a good look or good position to be in.  Chapter 13 cases have procedures for a debtor to file a motion to voluntarily dismiss the case and most chapter 13 trustee’s will seek

By Ryan C. Wood The short answer is yes.  A recent Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel case discussed the conversion of a chapter 13 reorganization to a chapter 7 liquidation case.  That means if there are assets that cannot be exempted or protected, like your home, the