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Be Aware: Maryland Bankruptcy Court Rules That Lender Attorney Fees Related to Routine Notices in Chapter 13 Are Allowable

Kevin R. Feig | March 2025

In a Maryland Chapter 13 bankruptcy case, In re Cruz, the debtor became concerned about nearly $3,000 in attorney fees accumulated due to mandated Payment Change Notices and Fee Notices related to her home equity line of credit. The Bankruptcy Court ultimately found the fees reasonable but excused the creditor from further notice requirements to prevent additional charges. Full Article