An Introduction to Bankruptcy Law

An Introduction to Bankruptcy Law
Author: Martin A. Frey
Publisher:
Total Pages: 654
Release: 1990
Genre: Law
ISBN:

The authors of this publication have taken a practical approach to teaching the intricacies of bankruptcy. To promote reader comprehension, they employ step-by-step explanations and flow charts of each type of filing, supporting case examples, challenging problems to address, and the definition of new terms as they are introduced. To further enhance learning, the roles of the various parties involved in the process are described in detail, particularly the role of the paralegal. From fact gathering and interfacing with clients, to the preparation of various official forms, paralegals will come to understand their role and those of others in handling bankruptcy cases. The most up-to-date official bankruptcy forms with detailed explanations for completing them are contained within the publication, as are debtor and creditor client questionnaires. Book jacket.

Reorganizations Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code

Reorganizations Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code
Author: Richard F. Broude
Publisher: Law Journal Press
Total Pages: 1314
Release: 2024-06-28
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781588520340

Reorganizations Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code is the most complete and up-to-date one-volume treatment of this important business-planning tool. It contains a thorough discussion of Chapter 11 law and practice, including significant changes in: exclusivity; key employee retention plans; pre-petition severance pay; the debtor's ability to retain turnaround specialists; conversion and dismissal of cases; the obligation of creditors' committees to share information with members of the constituencies; and the way in which small business and single-asset real estate cases are conducted. This authoritative volume also brings you legal analysis and practical guidance on such subjects as: bankruptcy court jurisdiction; voluntary and involuntary petitions; creditors' committees; managing and operating the debtor and its business, including obtaining post-petition financing; treatment of secured creditors; dealing with executory contracts and unexpired leases; filing and allowance of proofs of claims and interests; the content, modification and confirmation of plans of reorganization, including a discussion of how claims may be classified; the effect of plan confirmation; and post-confirmation appeals and plan consummation. Reorganizations Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code will keep you current on the latest statutory and regulatory developments while briefing you on the often conflicting decisions handed down by the courts

Model Rules of Professional Conduct

Model Rules of Professional Conduct
Author: American Bar Association. House of Delegates
Publisher: American Bar Association
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2007
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781590318737

The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.

Bankruptcy Code, Rules, and Official Forms, 2021 Law School Edition

Bankruptcy Code, Rules, and Official Forms, 2021 Law School Edition
Author: CHARLES JORDAN. TABB
Publisher: West Academic Publishing
Total Pages: 1132
Release: 2021-02-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9781647088903

Receive complimentary lifetime digital access to the eBook with new print purchase. This statutory supplement can be used with any law school bankruptcy casebook. This edition includes the current Bankruptcy Code and related provisions of titles 18 and 28 of the United States Code, including court rules and the current bankruptcy court fee schedule, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and Interim Amendments, the Official Forms, related uniform laws, and federal tax lien statutes--Internal Revenue Code.

Bankruptcy Deadline Checklist

Bankruptcy Deadline Checklist
Author: Norman L. Pernick
Publisher: American Bar Association
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2006
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781590317051

The Third Edition of the Bankruptcy Deadline Checklist is a very practical tool intended to be a quick reference guide to assist bankruptcy judges, attorneys, paralegals, credit managers, collection agents, professors, law students and others participating in bankruptcy cases or study. The Checklist is organized by chapter of the Bankruptcy Code (i.e. 1, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13 and 15), and, within each chapter by Code section, with additional sections covering those items typically needed upon the filing of a case, rules on adversary proceedings, appeals, and notices. This checklist is meant to be a list of all of the potential deadlines in a case.