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High Court extends Sean Dunne's bankruptcy

Summary

In a brief hearing at the High Court, Justice Caroline Costello granted a temporary order extending the bankruptcy of developer Sean Dunne. The extension was sought by Official Assignee Chris Lehane on the grounds of alleged non‑cooperation by Dunne, who was due to exit bankruptcy at the end of the month. The judge, hearing only the assignee's side, ordered the extension to last until a further court order. The application will be considered again in October when the courts resume after the summer recess. The extension is part of the maximum five‑year period that an official assignee may seek under Irish bankruptcy law. Dunne's bankruptcy, originally adjudicated in July 2013 following a default on loans of about €164 million, remains in force pending the next court hearing. The case is still pending and no further outcome has been announced.

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What: Report matter: High Court extends Sean Dunne's bankruptcy. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• July 2013 Hearing Or Sentence
• February 2013 Hearing Or Sentence
• December 2013 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2016-07-11 Publication

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