Georgia CLE - Bankruptcy and Creditors Rights Courses

This is a listing of Bankruptcy and Creditors Rights CLE Courses for Georgia. Please make your selection below of Georgia CLE courses. Click "Add To Cart" to purchase Individual CLE Courses. For more information about a particular CLE course, click on the "More Info" link. Click the "Preview" button to view a short preview of the course.

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  • Constitutional Challenges to the Foreclosure Abuse Prevention Act

    The Foreclosure Abuse Prevention Act (FAPA) was enacted by the New York State Legislature to correct perceived manipulations of the statute of limitations in foreclosure actions pending in New York State. In this course, FAPA is discussed in relation to how it affects various provisions of the CPLR, the RPAPL and GOL. In addition, FAPA has been challenged as unconstitutional on various grounds: including substantive due process, contracts clause and separation of powers. These constitutio... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit
  • Consumer Bankruptcy Exemptions in Chapter 7: Exempt it or Lose it

    No one wants to file bankruptcy. It's scary. The biggest problem is that consults are afraid of losing their property if they file. If you can show a consult that he won't lose much, if anything, by filing, you are seen as a hero, and are a major step closer to having them retain your services. The key is in clearly explaining to consults how exemptions work, and in your having enough skill to navigate various exemption problems. It's more than just knowing the statutes, and exemption analysi... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits
  • Credit Where Credit Is Due: Understanding the Rights and Responsibilities of Creditors in Bankruptcy

    Creditors often have a tendency to think that if a bankruptcy is filed they’re out of luck. While this may be true in some cases, there are many scenarios in which a creditor will be able to either gain some recovery on their debt, or at least preserve their right to pursue the debt either through a modification of an automatic stay or an adversary proceeding. The other side of this equation though is creditors who are overly aggressive. Many creditors - in particular when personal rela... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit
  • Defending Motions to Dismiss and Objections to Discharge Under Chapter 7 United States Bankruptcy Code

    Chapter 7 of the United States Bankruptcy Code provides a fresh start for most debtors. A bankruptcy discharge under this Chapter relieves Debtors of any legal obligation to repay any and all debts listed in the schedules. However, not everyone qualifies for a Chapter 7 discharge and not all debts are subject to discharge. This CLE lecture will review each statutory exception to discharge and discuss strategies for defending objections filed by creditors and the US Trustee. More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits
  • Discharging Student Loan Debt in Bankruptcy

    More than 44 million Americans are burdened with over $1.5 trillion of student loan debt. Although student loan debt is difficult to discharge in bankruptcy, it is not impossible. More and more debtors are seeking bankruptcy relief for student loan debt. Are you prepared to assist your clients with this process? This CLE course, presented by bankruptcy attorney Natalie Jean-Baptiste, will give you a clear understanding of student loan litigation from case evaluation and intake to trial.... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit
  • Do I Stay or Do I Go: Figuring out the Bankruptcy Means Test

    Do you want to know if your client really 'passes' the Chapter 7 means test or not? Are you concerned that you might be crossing the line into a 13? Do you have questions about the deductions or income allowed in the means test? This CLE course will review the means test, go over allowed deductions and the Trustee's past opinion on the listed means test deductions. The means test is the gateway to bankruptcy for most debtors - let's get it right! More Info

    $125
    2.5General Credits
  • Enforcement of Judgments in New Jersey and New York during the COVID Pandemic

    Success in every case ultimately comes down to a collection. Obtaining a Judgment is only half the battle. A client who obtains a Judgment in his/her favor whether by default, motion or trial will not be made whole unless steps are taken to ensure the Judgment is paid. Join attorney Jeffrey H. Ward as he discusses mechanisms for collecting Judgments that are entered in the Courts of New Jersey and New York during the COVID pandemic. Mr. Ward begins with a review of how Judgments can be... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit
  • Ethics in Debt Collection Law

    The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) can subject lawyers to ethical and liability traps for those collecting and prosecuting consumer debts. This CLE course will break down the particular and common rules of professional responsibility that also cause liability under the FDCPA. The seminar will provide insight on avoiding these pitfalls from defense counsel with 30 years of experience defending law firms against FDCPA allegations. More Info

    $50
    1Ethics Credit
  • Following the Money: A Primer on Fraudulent Transfer Litigation for the Uninitiated

    Collecting debts can become extremely difficult and complicated if the debtor decides to play dirty. Debtors facing large lawsuits may try to make themselves judgment-proof by giving away assets to friends, family and other insiders, leaving little or nothing for the creditor to take. This CLE course examines how to combat and unwind such “fraudulent transfers” under the Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act (“UFTA”). Additionally, this course will cover the nuts and bolts of avoidance... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit
  • Foreclosure: Mastering After The Sale Challenges

    The purpose of this course is to prepare real estate attorneys for managing ‘normal’ post foreclosure sale processes, managing client expectations and managing the expectations of the other players involved in the foreclosure sale process, help attorneys identify potential post-foreclosure sale challenges, and help attorneys solve post-foreclosure sale challenges proactively. This CLE course will also address Several Challenges faced in the Foreclosure process: Post-Judgment Costs,... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

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