- 11 U.S.C.
In re Aponte
Jan
25
2010
Ruling
Special personal injury counsel's fees denied due to failure to seek approval of representation or to consult with trustee and court on settlement.
Procedural posture
A bankruptcy debtor commenced a personal injury action represented by proposed special counsel, and the bankruptcy court compelled the debtor to turn over the proceeds of a settlement in the action. Proposed special counsel applied for compensation pursuant to 11 U.S.C.S. § 330 and the U.S. Trustee objected to the application.
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