Local Rule RULE 4008-1: Reaffirmation Agreements
Bankr. E.D. La. — Civil rule
RULE 4008-1 Reaffirmation Agreements A. Reaffirmation agreements must be scheduled and noticed for hearing pursuant to Local Rule 9013-1 in the following instances:
1. The debtor is pro se;
2. The debtor is represented by counsel but counsel has not signed the reaffirmation agreement; or 3. A presumption of hardship exists.
B. Hearings on reaffirmation agreements must be attended by the debtor, the creditor's representative, and the debtor's counsel of record in the case. All counsel retained to represent debtors in chapter 7, 12, or 13 cases must include in their representation, advice with regard to reaffirmation of debt.