Product Description

This program features a panel of experienced practitioners, who offer the debtor and Chapter 13 Trustee perspectives on how to achieve a successful case and obtain a discharge for your client.

Learn the fundamentals of Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy cases and the most current procedural and substantive law, as well as what must be done to satisfy the Trustee, the Bankruptcy Court, and secured creditors. This program is a must for those who practice in the Bankruptcy Court and handle Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 cases.

Agenda & Materials

• 2:00 - 2:05 pm

  Welcome and Introduction

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  John F. Sommerstein, Esq., Law Office of John Sommerstein , Gloucester
  
• 2:05-3:00 pm

  Representing Debtors in Chapter 7:

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  Initial Intake and subsequent interviews and meetings, Eligibility and filing requirements; Fee agreements, Credit counseling; Navigating the means test; Preparing schedules and statements properly; Exemptions and avoiding trustee challenges to exemptions; Preparing for the 341 meeting and get a debtor's discharge and a successful outcome

  John F. Sommerstein, Esq., Law Office of John Sommerstein , Gloucester
  Thomas C. Benner, Esq., Benner & Weinkauf, PC , Plymouth
  
• 3:00-3:40 pm

  Representing Debtors in Chapter 13 Cases:

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  Preparing for a chapter 13 filing; How to prepare for a successful § 341 meeting of creditors; Types of plans; Real estate valuation; Cramdowns and lien stripping of secured claims; dealing with clients with tax issues; Representing clients in need of mortgage modifications

  John F. Sommerstein, Esq., Law Office of John Sommerstein , Gloucester
  Thomas C. Benner, Esq., Benner & Weinkauf, PC , Plymouth
  
• 3:40- 5:00 pm

  Chapter 13 Plans

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  Significant changes to Chapter 13 stemming from a new national Chapter 13 plan; What the Chapter 13 trustee is looking for and how to avoid trustee objection to plan; Navigating the confirmation process

  Carolyn A. Bankowski, Esq., Office of the Chapter 13 Trustee , Boston
  

Special Program Materials:

• A Practical Guide to Consumer Bankruptcy

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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