LAW 752 - Consumer Bankruptcy

Credits, 2 sem. hrs.

This course will concentrate on Chapters 7 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code, and focus on the unique issues which arise when an individual with primarily consumer debts files for bankruptcy, including consideration of such topics as the conflicting principles of fresh start vs. maximum return to creditors; good faith and substantial abuse; the automatic stay; property of the estate; exemptions and the discharge of debts; Chapter 13 plans; serial Chapter 13 filings, and conversion of cases from one chapter of the Bankruptcy Code to another. Grades are based upon a final examination.

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