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Advanced Bankruptcy Law: Top Challenges

Mastering the Art of Navigating Complex Bankruptcy Law Challenges

Created bySandy Carpenter
AdvancedUpdated Nov 14, 2023
Advanced Bankruptcy Law: Top Challenges

What You'll Learn

check_circleHandle domestic support obligations (DSOs) in bankruptcy and understand their non-dischargeable nature.
check_circleDifferentiate between Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, recognizing their suitability for various scenarios.
check_circleExplore the advantages and disadvantages of Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy for businesses.
check_circleComprehend Subchapter V bankruptcy as a beneficial option for small businesses.
check_circleRecognize the ethical considerations and client protection in bankruptcy practice, including full disclosure and handling of hidden assets.
check_circleUnderstand the impact of The Haven Act on veteran benefits in bankruptcy cases.

About This Course

This advanced course in bankruptcy law is designed for attorneys seeking a comprehensive understanding of the intricate means test calculations and the complexities surrounding various income sources, asset evaluations, and debtor categories. It delves into the nuances of bankruptcy chapters, ethical considerations, and strategies for handling diverse debt scenarios.

Attorneys will gain the knowledge and skills needed to confidently navigate means test complications, handle high-income debtors, address medical debt challenges, and understand the implications of divorce on unsecured debt. The course also covers critical topics such as tax debt discharge, preferential transfers, ethical considerations, and client support during bankruptcy proceedings. Through real-world case studies and practical insights, attendees will enhance their expertise in bankruptcy law.

Key topics discussed:

  • Understanding the Means Test in Bankruptcy
  • Complications in Means Testing: Income Sources and Deductions
  • Addressing Means Test Challenges for High-Income Debtors
  • Handling Medical Debt Challenges in Bankruptcy
  • Navigating Consumer vs. Non-Consumer Bankruptcy Debts
  • The Impact of Divorce on Unsecured Debt in Bankruptcy
  • Overview of Bankruptcy Chapters: 7, 11, and 13
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy for Businesses
  • Non-Dischargeable Debts in Bankruptcy
  • Preferential and Fraudulent Transfers in Bankruptcy
  • Ethical Considerations and Client Protection in Bankruptcy Practice
  • Importance of Full Disclosure: Uncovering Hidden Assets in Modern Transactions
  • Navigating Ethical Considerations in Bankruptcy Law: A Paralegal's Perspective
  • Pre-Bankruptcy Planning for Debtors: Essential Steps
  • Providing Compassion and Guidance to Clients in Bankruptcy

Your Instructors

Sandy Carpenter
Sandy Carpenter
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Sandy Carpenter began her career in Alabama in 2007 working different types of law, including bankruptcy, involuntary commitment, real estate, homeowners associations, wills, trusts, and estates, personal injury, and family law. However, her focus since arriving in Utah in 2014 has been bankruptcy, and she feels helping people find their financial freedom is the most rewarding part of her career.

Carl Braun
Carl Braun

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Business Solutions Manager from October 2019 to present Area Manager - Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area from May 2019 to October 2019. Responsible for directing the efforts of an 8 person Business Consulting Team for the nine-county Rural Capital Area (the 9 counties that surround Austin (Travis). Deliver business services to more than 10,000 employers annually including access to grants, pandemic funding, training, recruitment and retention strategies and more. Work closely with other Workforce Boards, Texas Veterans Commission and Texas Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Established the Rural Capital Neurodiversity Project with VR partners. As a USAF veteran I closely support TVC intiatives and have two TVC Business Reps working with my team to serve our veterans and their families. Directing the efforts of the WSRCA Hiring Red, White and You Career Event both online and in Round Rock and San Marcos. After 10 years of growing Cross-Post LLC from zero to more than 250 clients we sold the company to Recruitology (Aftercollege Inc), Previously as CEO and co-founder of Cross-Post LLC, I was responsible for assisting 250+ newspaper clients like The Washington Post, The Seattle Times and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel in offering recruitment products that grow revenue while helping their employer/advertisers fill distinct needs. These are unique upsell or add-on products that employers want and need. In all we had fifteen niche recruitment networks from Trucking to Healthcare, partnering with the leading job boards in the space. Recruitology continue's serving our former clients. Developed some of the first internet job boards in 1996 focusing on recruiting women, minorities and veterans. Sold that company to DiversityInc Magazine in 2001 and remained as their President of the Careers Division until 2003 growing it to more than 4,000 clients. Formerly, SVP of Strategic Recruitment for The Inclusiv Group, a retained executive search firm. 30 year history in recruiting and business development working for companies like Emerson Electric, The St. Paul Travelers and Borden.

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