In ABI’s returning series on best drafting practices, we turn to plans and
disclosure statements. Our panel will explore cutting-edge issues in drafting
plans and disclosure statements, as well as current trends and best practices. This
program will be geared toward small, mid-sized and large bankruptcy cases.
As the elderly population continues to grow, the intersection between bankruptcy and elder law will continue to grow with it. This session will focus on issues unique to elder law and the various considerations every consumer practitioner should know when these two very unique areas of law intersect.
This panel explores DIP issues in a chapter 11 case and is intended to provide both fundamental information and an overview of emerging issues, including: What is the primary analysis that needs to be undertaken? How do you assess a 13-week cash flow? Who are your potential lenders, and what are the potential terms? What are the pitfalls and areas of concern for other parties in interest, the U.S. Trustee and the court?
This session, which is based on real case examples, addresses issues such as capital structure (debtor’s actual vs. industry average), cost of debt (debtor’s actual vs. industry average), and modifications to the CAPM (e.g., size premium).
Do the rules of civility ensure that lawyers play nicely in the sandbox? This panel will focus on the growth of civility obligations for lawyers, as well as other developments in legal ethics.