11 USC Rule 6009
Prosecution and Defense of Proceedings by Trustee or Debtor in Possession
July 4, 2020
USC

With or without court approval, the trustee or debtor in possession may prosecute or may enter an appearance and defend any pending action or proceeding by or against the debtor, or commence and prosecute any action or proceeding in behalf of the estate before any tribunal.

Notes of Advisory Committee on Rules—1983

This rule is derived from former Bankruptcy Rule 610.


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