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Don’t Get "Whacked" by These § 365 Lease Issues: The Necessary Tools to Bring to Your Next "Sitdown"

This session will go beyond the black-letter law of § 365 with a "landlord mafia boss" to discuss practical and timely topics concerning how to best serve your client in post-petition lease negotiations during a post-petition § 363(b) sale process. This panelists will discuss cutting-edge issues and real-life experiences associated with real property and personal property leases from some of the most significant cases over the past several years, including Yellow, Red Lobster, GNC and Big Lots. Attendees can expect to be able to implement these lease strategies in cases of all sizes on behalf of debtors, landlords and other interested third parties.
2025 Central States Bankruptcy Workshop
Business

Chasing the Money: Unpacking Subsequent-Transfer Claims Under § 550(a)(2)

This panel will delve into the legal and practical issues surrounding subsequent-transfer claims under § 550(a)(2) of the Bankruptcy Code, and examine such key issues as the scope of liability for immediate and mediate transferees, the standards courts use to determine who qualifies as a subsequent transferee, and the statutory defenses available to those parties. The discussion will include recent case law developments, practical considerations in pleading and proving such claims, and common pitfalls in litigation.
2025 Central States Bankruptcy Workshop
Business

Health Care Bankruptcies

Health care bankruptcies present unique legal, operational and regulatory challenges that require specialized strategies and coordination. This session examines recent high-profile health care bankruptcy cases and will analyze the factors driving financial distress in hospitals, senior care facilities and other medical providers. The panelists explore such issues as patient care continuity, treatment of Medicare and Medicaid claims, the role of governmental regulators, and the impact of health care-specific rules on restructuring efforts. Whether representing debtors, creditors or other stakeholders, practitioners will gain insights into navigating the complexities of insolvency in the health care sector.
2025 Northeast Bankruptcy Conference & Northeast Consumer Forum
Business

Janet E. Bostwick

Ms. Cynthia Romano

Ms. Adrienne K. Walker

Aaron M. Williams

ABI-Live: Amending Bankruptcy Rule 9031: Recent Efforts to Expand Bankruptcy Judges’ Toolboxes

This webinar will discuss efforts currently underway to amend Bankruptcy Rule 9031 to expand judges’ toolboxes and allow for the appointment of special neutrals (a.k.a. special masters), and will focus on practical considerations in evaluating such an amendment.
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Generative AI and the Restructuring Professional: Practical Uses, Ethical Risks, and How Not to Get Sued by Skynet

As generative AI becomes part of the bankruptcy and restructuring toolbox, professionals face exciting opportunities — and serious obligations. This interactive panel will dive into real-world uses of AI tools, best practices for effective prompting, and the ethical rules you really don’t want to break. The panelists will include live demonstrations and audience Q&A, and discuss how courts and clients are responding to this fast-changing landscape.
2025 Central States Bankruptcy Workshop
Ethics

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Stern v. Marshall: One Year Later

Stern v. Marshall: One Year Later In June 2011, the Supreme Court issued its watershed decision in Stern v. Marshall, restricting the scope of bankruptcy court jurisdiction under Article III of the Constitution. Stern has confounded judges, litigants and commentators alike. Although characterized by the Supreme Court as a “narrow” decision, Stern is proving to have widespread implications, the full extent of which remain to be seen as cases work their way through the bankruptcy, district and appellate courts. This panel will survey the contexts in which Stern has posed issues, the decisions construing and applying Stern in the year since it was decided, and the possible legislative responses to the decision.
Mr. Robert J. Keach Hon. William C. Hillman Mr. Richard E. Mikels Mr. Adam J. Ruttenberg Mr. Andrew Z. Schwartz
Venue/Jurisdiction
2015 Northeast Bankruptcy Conference
2012
1 hour 27 minutes 18 seconds
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Recent Changes in Chapter 13 Practice

Recent Changes in Chapter 13 Practice

What post-BAPCPA issues continue to challenge chapter 13 practitioners, and what challenges lie ahead for debtors, creditors and trustees? This panel will discuss the most recent changes affecting chapter 13 practice: the claims process and Bankruptcy Rule 3002.1, as well as the national settlements involving the largest players in the home mortgage industry.
2012
1 hour 29 minutes 32 seconds
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The Intersection of Criminal Law & Bankruptcy

When issues such as criminal fraud and embezzlement raise their ugly heads and there are potential nondischargeability issues, how do you guide a debtor through bankruptcy while still protecting his right not to incriminate himself? It is a delicate balance that affects all consumer attorneys, trustees and creditors. In this panel, practitioners will discuss strategies to aid in navigating the bankruptcy process when criminal charges are looming. The panel will consist of bankruptcy practitioners, criminal defense counsel and a trustee and will discuss how to help such debtors safely navigate the bumpy legal waters.
Mark G. DeGiacomo Mr. J. Hilary Billings Ms. Lee Darst Hon. Edward A. Godoy Mr. John P. Kacavas Ms. Geraldine L. Karonis
2015 Northeast Consumer Forum
2012
1 hour 30 minutes 23 seconds
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The Right to Marry versus the Right to Bankruptcy Relief

The Right to Marry versus the Right to Bankruptcy Relief

As same-sex marriage continues to be sanctioned in states across the county, issues about the treatment of same-sex couples in bankruptcy have emerged. Does the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) limit a joint same-sex couple’s right to seek bankruptcy protection? How do same-sex divorces and support obligations impact the rights and obligations of debtors? And in states where only civil unions are available to same-sex couples, does that distinction lead to a meaningful difference for those seeking bankruptcy protection? This panel will discuss and debate the effect of DOMA on bankruptcy cases, the unique issues facing same-sex debtors and their families, and strategies to get debtors in same-sex relationships the debt relief they need.
Ms. Stacie D. McHale Hon. Frank J. Bailey Mr. Justin H. Dion Prof. Jackie A. Gardina Ms. Jennifer G. Hayden
2012
1 hour 18 minutes 49 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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Adversary Proceedings and Evidence

This panel will cover procedural and evidentiary issues that can arise in the context of adversary proceedings and contested matters related to expert witnesses and expert reports, witness examination, and the introduction of electronic content into evidence.
2024 Alexander L. Paskey Memorial Bankruptcy Seminar
2024
1 hour 7 minutes 59 seconds
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ABI-Live: Predicting Distress and Opportunities in the Health Care Sector

Hosted by ABI's Health Care Committee Are you eager to delve into how analysts use data to understand opportunities and risks in the health care sector, and why some players might be winning or losing in this dynamic environment? Look no further! This webinar will educate you on the essential key indicators, metrics and information required to comprehensively evaluate risk and uncover opportunities across the health care sector. You will learn how data-driven insights empower decision-making, and how this can help you when advising clients. The panelists also will explore the outlooks for key health care subsectors over the next approximately 18 months, providing you with the latest trends and predictions to help you stay ahead in this rapidly evolving landscape. Lastly, this webinar will provide valuable insights into which players or categories of players are poised to succeed or face challenges in this environment. Understand the "why" behind their successes or distresses with real-life examples and case studies.
abiLIVE Webinars
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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Credit Cards (but Were Afraid to Ask) - Free

A history of credit, including terminology, methodology, with stats on use (and misuse), growing market sectors, including a discussion on credit reporting, and impact on credit scores.
2014 CARE Financial Literacy Conference
2014
1 hour 24 minutes 18 seconds
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13 or V? Putting Your Debtor in the Right Case

Subchapter V arrived in 2020, offering qualifying individuals a restructuring alternative to standard chapter 11 and chapter 13. So what are consumer bankruptcy lawyers so afraid of?! This panel will review the differences between chapter 13 and subchapter V by looking at eligibility and reporting requirements, estate administration, and the nuanced differences of plan confirmation and discharge in each chapter. The panelists also will compare and contrast chapter 13 and subchapter V trustees, and will use several hypotheticals to highlight how a debtor’s particular circumstances will ultimately determine the choice between a 13 or a V.
2023 Consumer Practice Extravaganza
2023
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ABI-Live: Directors' Duties Across Borders in the Insolvency Zone: Episode 2

Hosted by ABI's International Committee This is the second in a series of webinars that will cover key jurisdictions around the globe, focusing on developments you and your clients need to consider when thinking about bankruptcy-type proceedings in foreign jurisdictions. What you don’t know may hurt your clients, and you can’t just assume that the same rules apply as in the U.S. For this second webinar, the panelists will be examining the situation in Brazil, Canada, the Caymans and Mexico.
abiLIVE Webinars
2024
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Bankruptcy and Divorce

What is a DSO, and what does that bankruptcy provision in every Property Settlement Agreement mean, anyway? What debts are dischargeable, and if it is called “support,” is it truly support? Does the stay need to be modified post-petition in a chapter 13, and what do you do when a current chapter 13 client ends up in divorce court? This panel will address these questions and more, including the differences between chapters 7 and 13, and what actions are stayed.
2023 Annual Spring Meeting
2023
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The Open-Pit Copper Mine: Bringing Value to the Surface—Effectively Trying Contested Matters

The key elements to trying contested matters are planning, writing effective pleadings, knowing rules of evidence, knowing when to use expert testimony and having a strong oral argument. The techniques, among others, are discussed in this panel.
2015 Rocky Mountain Bankruptcy Conference
2013
1 hour 26 minutes 25 seconds
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