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Judicial and Legislative Responses to Puerto Rico’s Struggle to Allocate Scarce Financial Resources Between Bond Debt and Governmental Services

Puerto Rico is burdened by over $70 billion in debt, as well as approximately $35 billion in pension underfunding. Once the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 5278, the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA), in early June and the Senate passed it on June 29, 2016, President Obama signed the bill immediately — and just in time to address a $1.9 billion payment that was due on July 1, 2016. PROMESA offers relief to Puerto Rico, its municipalities and municipal agencies following a 10-year economic recession. This panel describes the circumstances that led to the financial crisis, the failed effort of the Puerto Rican government to offer relief through a "state" statute that was found to be unconstitutional by the Supreme Court, and the details of how PROMESA is designed to work. The session provides an opportunity to discuss these issues in a casual setting, including the way forward for Puerto Rico, and features a panelist who served as Hon. Steven Rhodes' expert on feasibility issues in the City of Detroit chapter 9 case.
1 hour 4 minutes 53 seconds
NO CLE

“All I Really Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten: Practicing with Ethics and Civility.”

In his popular poem, All I Really Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten, writer Robert Fulghum proclaimed: “Most of what I really need To know about how to live And what to do and how to be I learned in kindergarten.” Attorneys and others in the legal profession are often required to address challenging questions about ethics and unprofessional behavior. When faced with these issues, would you make the “right” call? You be the judge with interactive voting when faced with real issues from actual scenarios attorneys have had to address.
NO CLE

Real Estate Values Are Climbing (Again): Debtor, Watch Your Back!

This panel will explore legal trends relating to rising real estate values in consumer bankruptcy cases, including issues related to stay relief, lien-stripping, reaffirmation agreements, and what could happen post-discharge if a debtor fails to act in conformity with his Statement of Intention. This panel will also address the current state of mortgage modification mediation programs and the latest happenings with the CFPB.

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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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