The Chapter X Rules

As a member of the Judicial Conference's Advisory Committee on Bankruptcy Rules, Judge Herzog offers a unique insight into the recently enacted chapter X rules. The author analyzes the rules in the order in which they would appear in an actual chapter X case. As each rule makes its appearance, the author gives his opinion as to how the courts should interpret it, while keeping in mind the overall framework and purposes of bankruptcy proceedings in general. In short, Judge Herzog's article serves as a practical guide to the practicing attorney.