Some judges have used mediation in Chapter 9 cases to help the parties reach a consensus, or at least narrow the issues, regarding the plan of adjustment.
This page includes the chart included in Appendix A to the manual, Navigating Chapter 9 of the Bankruptcy Code, that compares Chapter 9 and Chapter 11 provisions; a set of PowerPoint slides developed by
This page includes documents from several cases related to the debtor’s eligibility to file a Chapter 9 case, including documents from one case that was dismissed based on the debtor’s ineligibility.
This page includes an annotated list of resources and cases related to the pension and labor issues found in many Chapter 9 cases. Also included are some illustrative pleadings and briefs that help elucidate the issues and competing interests that may be involved.
This page includes an Internet-linked list of the law review articles cited in the manual, Navigating Chapter 9 of the Bankruptcy Code. Also included are PDF versions of select publications that may be of interest.
This page includes local rules and court procedures related to Chapter 9 bankruptcy, as well as information about related state law, including law regarding eligibility to file Chapter 9 bankruptcy.
This page contains an administrative order governing conduct, courtroom procedure, and decorum of the media and the public in connection with the Detroit case.