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What’s Wrong with Chapter 11?

This panel will visit controlling the time and expense of bankruptcy litigation; how bankruptcy’s Code, Rules and process affect the relationship between the parties’ incentives and duties to their constituencies; the continuing viability of unsecured creditors’ committees; claims trading and the increased role of hedge funds in chapter 11 cases; and other topics covered in the Final Report of the ABI Commission to Study the Reform of Chapter 11.
1 hour 14 minutes 12 seconds

Current Issues in the Energy Sector

This panel will discuss current trends in energy, from gas production to the coal market to alternative forms. What will the industry look like 10 years from now? Do we need coal? Updates of current markets, as well as recent bankruptcy cases and issues, will be addressed, including the rejection of gathering agreements and the upward trend in requests for equity committees in commodity cases (Breitburn, Penn Virginia, Energy XXI, Horsehead, SandRidge, C&J, Peabody).
1 hour 6 minutes 57 seconds

Equitable Mootness

This session will focus on the current state of the doctrine and recent criticisms, especially from the Third Circuit (Philadelphia Newspapers, SemCrude, One2One Communications), and its applications (City of Detroit (invoking the doctrine to reject the attempted restoration of pension benefits in the city’s bankruptcy)).
1 hour 10 minutes 30 seconds

Liquidating In and Out of Chapter 11

This session will discuss (1) selecting a trust, LLC, plan administrator or other vehicle; (2) ensuring that affirmative claims are preserved post-confirmation; (c) establishing a value/tax basis in litigation claims and other assets transferred to a trust or LLC; (d) key plan provisions such as preserving 2004 discovery rights, creditor oversight, continuing court oversight, required reporting and the retention/transfer of the attorney/client privilege; (e) the trading of interests; (f) provisions for closing the case; and (g) structured dismissals following asset sales as an alternative to a liquidating plan (Jevic). Is it preferable to liquidate outside of chapter 11?
1 hour 13 minutes 25 seconds

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Administrative Expense Claims

Reviews processes and requirements for post-petition claims that get priority payment, including professional fees, utilities, and goods received within 20 days of filing.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Examines mediation, arbitration, and other non-litigation approaches to resolve bankruptcy disputes efficiently and cost-effectively.

Asset Sales

Analyzes issues practitioners may face when completing asset sales in and out of bankruptcy, and best practices for successful outcomes.

Automatic Stay

Explores scope and application of automatic stay protection, including exceptions, violations, and procedures for obtaining stay relief.

Claims

Discusses the evaluation, trading, and resolution of bankruptcy claims. Covers creditor rights and their impact on restructuring.

Bankruptcy Litigation

Studies recent case law and rules of practice, evidence and procedure, connecting professionals engaged in bankruptcy-related litigation.

Certification

Covers professional certification requirements and processes for bankruptcy practitioners, including specialized credentials and continuing education.

Corporate Governance

Analyzes fiduciary duties, management responsibilities, and board oversight during bankruptcy proceedings and restructuring.

Court Administration

Reviews court procedures, filing requirements, and administrative processes in bankruptcy cases.

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