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Chapter 13 Plan

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CHAPTER 13 PLAN

UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT

DISTRICT OF GEORGIA

DIVISION

IN RE   Case No:

Chapter 13

Debtor

Extension     Composition

You should read this Plan carefully and discuss it with your attorney. Confirmation of this Plan by the Bankruptcy Court may modify your rights by providing for payment of less than the full amount of your claim, by setting the value of the collateral securing your claim, and/or by setting the interest rate on your claim.

Debtor or Debtors (hereinafter called “Debtor”) proposes this Chapter 13 Plan:

1. Submission of Income. Debtor submits to the supervision and control of the Chapter 13 Trustee (“Trustee”) all or such portion of future earnings or other future income of Debtor as is necessary for the execution of this Plan.

2. Plan Payments and Length of Plan. Debtor will pay the sum of $ per to Trustee by Payroll Deduction(s) or by Direct Payment(s) for the applicable commitment period of months, unless all allowed claims in every class, other than long-term claims, are paid in full in a shorter period of time. The term of this Plan shall not exceed sixty (60) months.

The following alternative provision will apply if selected:

IF CHECKED, Plan payments will increase by $ on upon completion or termination of

3. Claims Generally. The amounts listed for claims in this Plan are based upon Debtor’s best estimate and belief. An allowed proof of claim will be controlling, unless the Court orders otherwise. Objections to claims may be filed before or after confirmation.

4. Administrative Claims. Trustee will pay in full allowed administrative claims and expenses pursuant to §507(a)(2) as set forth below, unless the holder of such claim or expense has agreed to a different treatment of its claim.

(A). Trustee’s Fees. Trustee shall receive a fee for each disbursement, the percentage of which is fixed by the United States Trustee.

(B). Debtor’s Attorney’s Fees. Debtor and Debtor’s attorney have agreed to a base attorney fee in the amount of $ for the services identified in the Rule 2016(b) disclosure statement filed in this case. The amount of $ was paid prior to the filing of the case.

The balance of the fee shall be disbursed by Trustee as follows:

(1) Upon the first disbursement following confirmation of a Plan, the Trustee shall disburse to Debtor’s attorney from the proceeds available and paid into the office of the Trustee by Debtor or on Debtor’s behalf, up to $ after the payment of adequate protection payments and administrative fees. The remaining balance of the fees shall be paid up to $ per month until the fees are paid in full;

(2) If the case is dismissed or converted prior to confirmation of the plan, the Trustee shall pay fees to Debtor’s attorney from the proceeds available and paid into the office of the Trustee by Debtor or on Debtor’s behalf, all funds remaining, not to exceed $ after payment of any unpaid filing fees, Trustee’s fees and expenses, and adequate protection payments, if applicable.

[INDICATE HERE HOW ADDITIONAL, NON-BASE FEES ARE TO BE PAID]

5. Priority Claims.

(A). Domestic Support Obligations.

None. If none, skip to Plan paragraph 5(B).

(i). Debtor is required to pay all post-petition domestic support obligations directly to the holder of the claim.

(ii). The name(s) and address(es) of the holder of any domestic support obligation are as follows.

(iii). Anticipated Domestic Support Obligation Arrearage Claims

(a). Unless otherwise specified in this Plan, priority claims under 11 U.S.C. § 507(a)(1) will be paid in full pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 1322(a)(2). These claims will be paid at the same time as claims secured by personal property, arrearage claims secured by real property, and arrearage claims for assumed leases or executory contracts.

None; or

Claimant and proposed treatment:

(b). Pursuant to §§ 507(a)(1)(B) and 1322(a)(4), the following domestic support obligation claims are assigned to, owed to, or recoverable by a governmental unit.

None; or

Claimant and proposed treatment:

(B). Other Priority Claims (e.g., tax claims). These priority claims will be paid in full, but will not be funded until after all secured claims, lease arrearage claims, and domestic support claims are paid in full.

6. Secured Claims.

(A). Claims Secured by Personal Property Which Debtor Intends to Retain.

(i). Pre-confirmation adequate protection payments. No later than 30 days after the date of the filing of this plan or the order for relief, whichever is earlier, the Debtor shall make the following adequate protection payments to creditors pursuant to § 1326(a)(1)(C).

Debtor shall make the following adequate protection payments:

directly to the creditor; or to the Trustee pending confirmation of the plan.

(ii). Post confirmation payments. Post-confirmation payments to creditors holding claims secured by personal property shall be paid as set forth in subparagraphs (a) and (b). If Debtor elects to propose a different method of payment, such provision is set forth in subparagraph (c).

(a). Claims to Which § 506 Valuation is NOT Applicable.

None; or

(b). Claims to Which § 506 Valuation is Applicable.

(c). Other provisions.

(B). Claims Secured by Real Property Which Debtor Intends to Retain. Debtor will make all post-petition mortgage payments directly to each mortgage creditor as those payments ordinarily come due.

(C). Surrender of Collateral. Debtor will surrender the following collateral no later than thirty (30) days from the filing of the petition unless specified otherwise in the Plan.

7. Unsecured Claims. Debtor estimates that the total of general unsecured debt not separately classified in Plan paragraph 10 is $ . After all other classes have been paid, Trustee will pay to the creditors with allowed general unsecured claims a pro rata share of $ or %, whichever is greater.

8. Executory Contracts and Unexpired Leases. The following executory contracts and unexpired leases are assumed, and payments due after the filing of the case will be paid directly by Debtor, not through Trustee, as set forth below.

None; or

9. Property of the Estate. Property of the estate shall not vest in Debtor until the earlier of Debtor’s discharge or dismissal of this case, unless the Court orders otherwise.

10. Other Provisions:

(A). Special classes of unsecured claims.

(B). Other direct payments to creditors.

Date:

Debtor

Debtor’s Attorney

Debtor

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What the Chapter 13 Plan Is and when it’s used

A Chapter 13 Plan is a debtor’s written proposal to repay creditors under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code as part of a Chapter 13 case. The plan itemizes monthly payments, treatment of secured and priority claims, and the length of the plan term. Courts and trustees review the plan for feasibility and compliance with statutory requirements before confirmation. The document must be served on the trustee and creditors according to local bankruptcy rules and may be amended before confirmation.

Why a clear, compliant Chapter 13 Plan matters

A professionally prepared plan clarifies payment structure, reduces objections at confirmation, and helps ensure administrative acceptance by the trustee and bankruptcy court. Electronic signatures and structured templates can improve accuracy and auditing while preserving legal enforceability under U.S. e-signature law.

Why a clear, compliant Chapter 13 Plan matters

Who prepares and who signs a Chapter 13 Plan

Typical preparers include debtors, debtor counsel, and trustees working with creditor lists and schedules.

  • Debtor or debtor counsel — Prepares payment schedule and signs to attest accuracy and intent.
  • Bankruptcy trustee — Reviews feasibility and may object or propose modifications before confirmation.
  • Creditor representatives — Receive served copies and may file objections or accept the treatment proposed.

After preparation, signatures commonly include the debtor and debtor’s counsel; creditors and the trustee receive copies for review.

Step-by-step: preparing and submitting the plan

Follow a clear sequence to prepare, sign, serve, and file the Chapter 13 Plan to meet court and trustee expectations.

  • 01
    Draft plan: Detail payments, claim treatments, and the plan term; align with schedules.
  • 02
    Attach schedules: Include creditor matrix, schedules, and means test as required.
  • 03
    Sign and date: Debtor (and counsel if required) must sign; include dates.
  • 04
    Serve and file: Serve trustee/creditors and file per local bankruptcy rules.

Configuring an online workflow for the Chapter 13 Plan

Set up a review, signature, and filing workflow that mirrors court and trustee requirements before sending documents for signature.

Field Configuration
Authentication Email link with optional SMS code for signer verification
Signature Type Allow drawn signature or typed name with audit trail
Attachments Require schedules and creditor matrix as mandatory attachments
Notifications Notify trustee and counsel automatically after signing

Digital submission and technical requirements

Ensure your e-signature platform and file formats meet court, trustee, and local rule expectations before e-filing.

  • File formats: PDF or PDF/A preferred for court filings
  • Integrations: Support for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, NetSuite, Salesforce
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or advanced verification options

From upload to filing: the typical e-submission flow

A consistent digital workflow improves traceability and reduces serving errors when preparing the plan for court.

  • Upload plan: Add plan PDF and required supporting schedules
  • Place fields: Insert signature, date, and required checkbox fields
  • Collect signatures: Send to debtor and counsel for execution with audit trail
  • Serve and file: Serve trustee/creditors and file with the court as required

Timing considerations and filing windows

The plan must be prepared and served according to local rules; some deadlines are set by court scheduling and trustee timelines.

Plan Filing:

File the plan with the petition or as permitted shortly after filing

Service to Creditors:

Serve trustee and creditors within the timeframe required by local rules

341 Meeting:

Attend the creditors’ meeting scheduled by the U.S. Trustee or court

Confirmation Hearing:

Confirmation is scheduled by the court; notice periods vary locally

Commencement of Payments:

Payments begin as ordered in the confirmation or interim order

Key milestones from filing to confirmed plan

Track these sequential milestones to maintain compliance and reduce the risk of delay during Chapter 13 case processing.

01

File Petition and Plan

Initiates the case; petition and plan are submitted to the court clerk.

02

Attend 341 Meeting

The trustee conducts a meeting of creditors to review schedules and plan feasibility.

03

Resolve Objections

Address creditor or trustee objections before the confirmation hearing to avoid denial.

04

Confirmation and Payments

Court confirms plan; debtor commences payments as ordered by the confirmation.

Essential sections every professional Chapter 13 Plan contains

A complete plan organizes payments, claim treatments, and procedural provisions so trustees and courts can assess feasibility quickly.

Payment Schedule

Detailed month-by-month or periodic payment amounts, sources of funds, and how payments are applied to different classes of claims.

Secured Claims

Identification of secured creditors, proposed interest, valuation, and whether cramdown or retention of lien is requested.

Priority Claims

Treatment of priority tax and administrative claims, including estimated amounts and payment timelines required by statute.

Unsecured Claims

Treatment approach for general unsecured creditors, dividend percentage, and any projected discharge provisions.

Executory Contracts

Assumption or rejection of leases and contracts with proposed cure amounts and treatment instructions.

Administrative Provisions

Notices, modification procedures, applicable law, and any debtor certification or verification clauses.

Security, compliance, and document safeguards

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit; AES-256 at rest
Audit Trail: Detailed timestamps, IP, and action logs
Regulatory: ESIGN and UETA compliant
HIPAA Support: BAA available where required
21 CFR Compliance: Supports 21 CFR Part 11 workflows
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001

Consequences of an incorrect or incomplete plan

Denial of Confirmation: Plan not confirmed
Case Dismissal: Court may dismiss case
Creditor Remedies: Relief from stay motions
Payment Default: Trustee may file motion to dismiss
Sanctions: Court sanctions for fraud or misstatement
Extended Costs: Additional fees and attorney expense

Common preparation errors that delay confirmation

  • Incorrect creditor information or missing addresses leading to improper service and delayed notice.
  • Understated payments or inaccurate budget figures that create feasibility objections from the trustee.
  • Improper classification of claims (secured versus unsecured) resulting in creditor objections and requirement to amend.
  • Unsigned or undated signatures, or signatures lacking clear attribution of intent, which can invalidate the document.

Representative eSignature pricing and features relevant to Chapter 13 workflows

Compare cost and core capabilities across common vendors for signing and distributing legal forms. Confirm vendor plan details before purchase.

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Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No envelope cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Real-world perspectives on using digital signatures for legal workflows

Organizations across sectors report practical benefits from secure e-signature and digital workflows when managing signed legal documents.

Brian Fitzgibbons

The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team; more importantly, it is just as easy for our customers.

  • Ease of use shortens turnaround and improves signer completion.
  • That usability applies to structured legal documents where consistent execution and customer acceptance are required.

Tim Martin

I can process and execute all of these documents online with 100% compliance and built-in security.

  • Mobile and offline signing support is important.
  • For organizations that must collect many signatures efficiently, maintaining audit trails and secure storage reduces administrative burden.

Practical tips to prepare an accurate Chapter 13 Plan

Adopt standardized templates, confirm creditor details, and validate all numeric entries before serving and filing to reduce objections.

Verify creditor matrix
Cross-check names and addresses against schedules and proof of claim filings to avoid improper service or missed creditors.
Use standardized payment tables
Include clear amortization or payment allocation tables so trustees and creditors can quickly confirm feasibility calculations.
Preserve signed audit trails
Keep a certified completion report with timestamps, IP addresses, and signer authentication details for court or trustee review.
Coordinate with counsel
Discuss local practice and confirmation preferences with the trustee’s office and the bankruptcy clerk before finalizing the plan.

Frequently asked questions about Chapter 13 Plans and electronic signing

Answers to common questions about signature validity, serving, and correcting Chapter 13 Plans in electronic workflows.


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