The Abridged Edition of Basic Bankruptcy Law for Paralegals , this concise text focuses on consumer bankruptcy and what your students need to know to become effective paralegals in practice. A step-by-step overview of the bankruptcy code and rules, David Buchbinder clearly describes the role of the paralegal at every stage of a bankruptcy proceeding. A wealth of examples, checklists, and summaries put bankruptcy law squarely within reach. Thoroughly updated, the Second Edition offers new case rulings interpreting bankruptcy law and reflects the most recent changes in the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. The Abridged Edition of this proven-effective text features: <ul>
<li> focused coverage of consumer bankruptcy issues, primarily from the debtor perspective </li> <li> an accessible and readable writing style designed to let students digest the basics of bankruptcy without having to learn an entirely new vocabulary </li> <li> in-depth coverage of means testing in a dedicated chapter, including a tutorial </li> <li> a useful overview of the bankruptcy code and rules that sheds light on the role of the paralegal at every stage of a bankruptcy proceeding </li> <li> practical information about how and when to complete bankruptcy documents </li> <li> a rich variety of learning and memory aids, such as examples, checklists of procedures, summaries of the law, and discussion questions </li> <li> a Forms Manual on CD-ROM </li> </ul>
Updated throughout, the Second Edition of Basic Bankruptcy Law for Paralegals includes: <ul>
<li> recent case rulings interpreting bankruptcy law </li> <li> updates and changes to the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure </li> </ul>

Basic Bankruptcy Law for Paralegals

Cooper, Robert J.

Buchbinder; David L

Business

Wolters Kluwer/Law & Business

The Fifth Abridged Edition of Basic Bankruptcy Law for Paralegals builds on previous editions and offers a concise integration of theory and practice as a basis for improved learning. It presents readable and succinct descriptions of the bankruptcy system, with an emphasis on the paralegal's role at every stage of a bankruptcy proceeding. Like its parent text, the Abridged Edition is written and formatted for paralegal students who need a practical introduction to the code and rules of bankruptcy law. It focuses on the nuts and bolts of a Chapter 7 consumer bankruptcy case to provide paralegals with a general understanding of other types of bankruptcy processes. New to the Fifth Edition: <ul>
<li>Coverage of the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019 throughout the book</li> <li>Updated Official Bankruptcy Forms</li> <li>Citations to recent and noteworthy case opinions</li> <li>The most recent statutory adjustment of dollar exemption amounts (and other provisions) in the Bankruptcy Code</li> </ul>
Professors and students will benefit from: <ul>
<li>Straightforward writing that explains basic consumer bankruptcy in ordinary English</li> <li>A helpful overview of the bankruptcy code and rules</li> <li>A comprehensive introduction to client interview skills and the client interview process</li> <li>An integrated narrative fact pattern allowing students to learn the topic of each chapter interactively</li> <li>Step-by-step guidance through the paralegal's role at every stage of the bankruptcy proceeding</li> <li>Simple instructions for completing and submitting documentation in a timely manner</li> <li>Content focused on consumer bankruptcy, primarily from the debtor's perspective</li> <li>Means testing concepts covered in a dedicated chapter</li> <li>A useful tutorial on means testing procedure</li> <li>Abundant learning aids, including: <ul>
<li>Examples, procedural checklists, summaries of the law, discussion questions, learning objectives, and a glossary of common bankruptcy terms</li> </ul>
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Basic Bankruptcy Law for Paralegals: Abridged (Aspen Paralegal Series)

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