confirmation date

[Oscarl1]

Is it common for a confirmation hearing to be moved?

[sophieanne]

During the 4 years I've been on this site, I've seen it happen a lot. It's nothing to worry about.

[Oscarl1]

Thank you

[justbroke]

It is common for a confirmation to be "continued". It is standard process to set an "Initial Confirmation Hearing" immediately upon the case being filed. This first hearing is required by law, but nothing really happens as it is, in 99% of the cases, continued to a "Continued Confirmation Hearing". In my District, the initial Confirmation Hearing is 60 days after the first 341 Meeting. However, this hearing is ALWAYS continued to (at least) 210 days from filing since our Districts like all the claims to be filed (including governmental) before confirming the plan.

If the debtor filed with an attorney, they are typically not required to attend the initial or any continued confirmation hearing (unless there is an evidentiary hearing). An evidentiary hearing may require attendance for things like lien strips or cram downs, but even then the necessity of the debtor will be gauged by the attorney representing the debtor. If you filed Pro Se, then you must attend every hearing.

I hope that helps!

[switch625]

Yes, it happens quite a bit. Mine was extended a few times.4 months elapsed time between petition date and 341 date and then a couple of continuations for nearly 8 months time between petition date and confirmation date.