Synopses & Reviews
For courses in bankruptcy law
Prepare paralegals for career success with a solid foundation in the practice of bankruptcy law.
To prepare bankruptcy paralegals to enter the workforce, Bankruptcy Law and Practice equips readers with solid knowledge of the aspects of substantive bankruptcy law and a firm grasp of its procedural components. Divided into two parts, Part 1 provides the paralegal student with a solid foundation in substantive bankruptcy law. To acquaint the student with the practical aspects of a busy bankruptcy practice, Part 2 addresses topics such as legal ethics, the role of the paralegal, client intake, drafting petitions and other forms, motion practice, and electronic resources. Practical exercises, vignettes, and in-depth case study familiarize the student with the procedures involved in processing a client's bankruptcy matter. The focus is on the paralegal's role throughout the life cycle of a bankruptcy from the initial client interview through the filing of the petition, schedules, and other forms and motions.
Review
“An excellent read that is not only easy to follow, but also fun and easy to understand! This text provides understandable, current information that fully explains the bankruptcy process.”
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-Amanda S., Paralegal Studies Student, Connecticut
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“I found this book really enjoyable. It taught me the essentials of bankruptcy law and practice in an enjoyable, easily understood way.”
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-Maria S., Paralegal Studies Student, Connecticut
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“This textbook follows a real life approach to teaching bankruptcy law and procedure for paralegals. It covers all the basic, underlying concepts of bankruptcy law and the procedural rules governing bankruptcy cases. Each topic is fully developed to the extent necessary for effective use by a beginning paralegal, yet the discussions are of sufficient sophistication to keep the attention of an experienced one. This text also includes assignment tasks that are typically performed by experienced paralegals and can be used in practice as a continuing reference source. This is not just an academic book, it is an intriguing one. “
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- Ashley J, Paralegal Studies Student, Connecticut
Synopsis
For courses in bankruptcy law
Prepare paralegals for career success with a solid foundation in the practice of bankruptcy law. To prepare bankruptcy paralegals to enter the workforce, Bankruptcy Law and Practice equips readers with solid knowledge of the aspects of substantive bankruptcy law and a firm grasp of its procedural components. Divided into two parts, Part 1 provides the paralegal student with a solid foundation in substantive bankruptcy law. To acquaint the student with the practical aspects of a busy bankruptcy practice, Part 2 addresses topics such as legal ethics, the role of the paralegal, client intake, drafting petitions and other forms, motion practice, and electronic resources. Practical exercises, vignettes, and in-depth case study familiarize the student with the procedures involved in processing a client's bankruptcy matter. The focus is on the paralegal's role throughout the life cycle of a bankruptcy from the initial client interview through the filing of the petition, schedules, and other forms and motions.
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About the Author
Grace A. Luppino graduated from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 1990 and received an A.S. in Paralegal Studies and B.S. in Business Administration from Sacred Heart University. Prior to becoming an attorney, she worked as a paralegal and court advocate for victims of domestic violence. She practiced child protection and family law and is co-author of Family Law and Practice, Fourth Edition, published by Pearson Education. Ms. Luppino has been a paralegal instructor for over twenty years and currently practices intellectual property law.
Robert A. Smith earned his B.A. from Central Connecticut State University and his J.D. from Quinnipiac University School of Law. He is a practicing attorney and currently maintains his own practice in Branford, Connecticut. In addition to representing a diverse group of clients, Attorney Smith is also a paralegal instructor. He teaches courses in Bankruptcy Law, Tort Law, Real Property Law, Civil Litigation, and Legal Research and Writing.
Table of Contents
PART ONE INTRODUCTION TO PART ONE: BANKRUPTCY LAW
1. Introduction to Bankruptcy
2. Sources of Bankruptcy Law
3. Introduction to the Bankruptcy System
4. The Automatic Stay
5. The Means Test
6. Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: Liquidation
7. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Debt Restructuring for Individuals
8. Chapter 11 Bankruptcy: Reorganization
9. Bankruptcy Creditors' Rights, Restrictions, and Responsibilities
10. The Bankruptcy Discharge
11. The Dismissal, Conversion, and Closing of a Bankruptcy Case/Proceeding
12. Voidable Preferences and Fraudulent Conveyances
13. Bankruptcy Intersections
PART TWO INTRODUCTION TO PART TWO: BANKRUPTCY PRACTICE
14. The Ethics of Bankruptcy Law and the Role of the Paralegal
15. The Bankruptcy Client: Initial Intake and Related Matters
16. Electronic Resources for Bankruptcy Practice
17. Petition, Schedules, and Other Forms
18. Motion Practice and Adversary Proceedings in Bankruptcy
Appendix
Glossary
Index