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Student Loan Discharge Lawsuit (Adversary Proceeding)

Inside an open bankruptcy case, an adversary proceeding asks the court to discharge student loans for undue hardship. The Department of Justice's 2022 guidance made the process more predictable for federal loans. Attorney service, in California.

Eligibility requirements

  • An open bankruptcy case in California in which to file the lawsuit
  • Financial hardship expected to continue, with good-faith efforts to repay
  • NSLDS report, household budget, medical records, and payment history

Timing and considerations

Faster administrative routes such as TPD and PSLF are always reviewed first. Uncontested cases resolve faster than contested ones.

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