§548 Fraudulent Transfers in Louisiana

How 11 U.S.C. § 548 applies in Louisiana — federal bankruptcy law, Louisiana district data.

What §548 Fraudulent Transfers Does

Transfers made within 2 years of filing (10 years for self-settled trusts) with actual fraudulent intent — or made for less than reasonably equivalent value while insolvent — can be avoided by the trustee and the property recovered. Common triggers: deeding the house to a family member to "protect" it before filing.

Key points:

Louisiana Bankruptcy Data (FJC)

150,424
Total filings
55.9%
Dismiss rate
46,476
Prior filers
35.2%
Prior discharge rate

Districts covered: W.D. La., E.D. La., M.D. La..

Apply This to Your Case

The rules above are federal — they apply identically in every state. What varies by state is exemptions (§522), median income thresholds (means test), and case-law interpretations of ambiguous terms. For a Louisiana-specific answer, check the screener or consult a local attorney.

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Related Louisiana Statutes

§548 Fraudulent Transfers in Other States