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High Court temporarily extends O'Donnells bankruptcy

Summary

In a High Court hearing on 18 July 2016, Mr Justice Raymond Fullam temporarily extended the bankruptcy of retired solicitor Brian O'Donnell and his wife Mary Patricia, which was due to end later that month. The extension was sought by Official Assignee Mr Chris Lehane on grounds of alleged non‑cooperation, including the couple's failure to file a statement of affairs until two‑and‑a‑half years after their 2013 adjudication. O'Donnell and his wife, who is seriously ill, denied the allegations and opposed the extension. They argued that the bankruptcy had already lasted about six years and that an extension would be unfair. The court noted that the maximum extension could be five years and that the matter would be heard as soon as possible, with the next hearing expected in October.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: High Court temporarily extends O'Donnells bankruptcy. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• February 2015 Hearing Or Sentence
• December 2011 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2016-07-18 Publication

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Stage Hearing Or Decision

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