LAW 3700 - Bankruptcy Law

Credit Hours: 3

The main focus of this course will be on bankruptcy law and procedure. It will cover commencement of a case, preparing of schedules, operating and liquidating procedures, adversary matters and litigation in bankruptcy court, debtors’ and creditors’ rights and obligations, technical terminology, and practical hints for paralegals. Forms utilized in bankruptcy court will be stressed as well as proceedings under Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and, to a lesser extent, Chapter 11. Also, proceedings under Chapters 9 and 12 will be reviewed. Additionally, the rights of creditors will be explored. This includes secured transactions, consensual and non-consensual liens, UCC transactions, and the unique position of real estate. An introduction to garnishments and other judicial attachments of property will be taught.