Rhode Island MCLE - Bankruptcy and Creditors Rights Courses
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Small Business Reorganizations under New Subchapter V of Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code
The purpose of this CLE program will be to discuss the changes to the new Subchapter V of the bankruptcy code and its impact on small business reorganizations. President Trump signed into law the Small Business Reorganization Act (“SBRA”), Pub. L. No. 116-54. Congress increased the cap to $7,500,000 for the next year as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act from $2,725,625.00. These provisions are not a new chapter of the bankruptcy code, but a subchapter of c... More Info
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This Isn’t Rocket Science! All You Need to Know About Filing a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Petition
Due to the recent climate, many practitioners will most likely find themselves face to face with a client who needs help filing a bankruptcy petition. This CLE class will cover the basic fundamentals and give the practitioner valuable guidance needed to file their first Chapter 7 bankruptcy case. If you are looking to add Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings to your business, this Bankruptcy 101 class is exactly what you need. We will cover essential bankruptcy practices and provide documents... More Info
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Understanding Asset Protection
Learn what tools are available to more effectively shield yourself from the effects of any lawsuit by protecting your personal wealth. The panel will discuss the following Topics: History of asset protection in the United States and abroad Understanding which assets are/are not exempt under state and federal law Identifying and understanding different types of risk How to protect real estate and other physical assets How to protect securities and other liquid assets The differe... More Info
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What Every Family Law Attorney Needs To Know About Debt Collection And Bankruptcy
In the practice of family law there are many factors to consider, including the issues facing the family as one household becomes two. The issues regarding the debts the family has, how each member of the household will be impacted by the debt and what their options are during or after the dissolution of marriage, including bankruptcy are things every Family Law practitioner should know to help their client’s make informed decisions. More Info
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A Hands on Guide to Filing Your First Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case
This course will give you a non-hypothetical, entirely practical understanding of how to file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case. Bradley Bailyn will explain the legal prerequisites for getting authorized to file bankruptcy on behalf of clients, what makes a client eligible for a Chapter 7 (i.e. means test), what forms you'll need to file, where the financial information to fill out the forms is derived from, understanding what the forms are asking for, successfully electronically filing the bankruptcy... More Info
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Avoiding Liability Under The FDCPA
The material presented in this seminar is intended to provide the audience with an overview of some of the key areas of compliance regarding a third-party debt collector’s use of debt collection communications via the telephone and in writing. Recently, the collection industry has been confronted by increasing regulatory oversight and enforcement actions by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”), as well as an awaking of the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) and Federal Comm... More Info
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Basics of Personal Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy filings are rising across the country and expected to surge as a result of the economic damage caused by COVID-19. Be prepared to assist clients with overwhelming debt. Basics of Personal Bankruptcy explores the basics of personal bankruptcy law including determining client’s eligibility to file, an overview of the bankruptcy code chapters, exemptions, the liquidation process, and preparing the petition. Principles: I. Determine client’s eligibility to file II. Understand th... More Info
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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
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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
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Fundamentals of Student Loan Law
Student loan debt has surpassed $1.6 Trillion and more than 44 million borrowers are affected. It is critical for advocates to understand how to counsel student loan borrowers. Fundamentals of Student Loan Law explores various avenues for resolution of defaulted student loans, repayment options, loan forgiveness programs and administrative remedies available along with discharge of student loan debt in bankruptcy. This CLE course will help you discern the differences between federal a... More Info
$1002General Credits