Right of the Trustee or Debtor in Possession to Prosecute and Defend Proceedings

U.S Code last checked for updates: Jan 30, 2025

Rule 6009.

With or without court approval, the trustee or debtor in possession may:

(a)

prosecute—or appear in and defend—any pending action or proceeding by or against the debtor; or

(b)

commence and prosecute in any tribunal an action or proceeding on the estate’s behalf.

(As amended Apr. 2, 2024, eff. Dec. 1, 2024.)