How long does a Chapter 11 case last?
A Chapter 11 case must be broken down into two phases: the pre-confirmation phase and the post-confirmation phase. The first phase, which is the phase prior to the confirmation of a plan, normally lasts from six to twelve months, although the time may vary depending on the condition of the debtor, the type of plan proposed by the debtor, and the reaction of creditors to the plan. The second phase, which is the phase where the confirmed plan is implemented and carried out by the debtor, normally lasts from three to five years, although it, too, may vary in duration. See the answer to question 52 below.
