Basic Bankruptcy Law for Paralegals

By David L. Buchbinder and Robert J. Cooper

Book Overview

The Eleventh 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. With thorough coverage of the practical aspects of representing debtors or creditors, this popular text prepares students to succeed as paralegals in all areas of bankruptcy. It focuses on the nuts and bolts of commercial bankruptcies, including the Chapter 11 process. New to the Eleventh Edition: Coverage of the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019 throughout the book Updates to the Official Bankruptcy Forms Citations to recent and noteworthy case opinions The most recent statutory adjustment of dollar exemption amounts (and other provisions) in the Bankruptcy Code Professors and students will benefit from: Straightforward writing that explains basic consumer bankruptcy in ordinary English Thorough coverage of bankruptcy including both consumer and creditor representation A helpful overview of the bankruptcy code and rules A comprehensive introduction to client interview skills and the client interview process An integrated narrative fact pattern allowing students to learn the topic of each chapter interactively Step-by-step guidance through the paralegal's role at every stage of the bankruptcy proceeding Simple instructions for completing and submitting documentation in a timely manner Detailed treatment of means testing, including a tutorial A wealth of helpful teaching aids within the book, including: Examples, procedural checklists, summaries of the law, discussion questions, learning objectives, and a glossary of common bankruptcy terms

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1543813747
• ISBN13: 9781543813746
• Release Date: February 2020
• Publisher: Aspen Publishing
• Length: 640 Pages
• Weight: 2.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 7.0" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Best Way to Go!

I found this book to be extremely helpful for my paralegal course. It is easy to read and the information is current which is what one looks for in a textbook.

Good Book -

This is a good book for paralegals. If you will be dealing with business bankrupties also read: Chapter 11 Business Reorganizations: For Business Leaders, Accountants And Lawyers

Excellent as a textbook

I use this book in teaching a Bankruptcy class to California paralegal students. It is an excellent introduction to the bankruptcy system, and includes discussions of both consumer and business bankruptcies (with a definite emphasis on the consumer side). I expecially appreciate the thorough treatment of the BAPA (laws that changed in October 2005).