South Carolina State Approved Sessions

Sponsored by SC&H CapitalJoin us for the second session of a three-part webinar series, hosted by ABI Capital Partner SC&H Capital. This second session will discuss private credit loan refinancing, including considerations for borrowers and new lenders. With a focus on the use of private credit and traditional and alternative financing vehicles, industry leaders will discuss how the strategies for and structures of merger-and-acquisition transactions have changed, and what is expected in the current, future and volatile markets. The third session, taking place in November, will address how officers and directors must focus on complex issues and elevated responsibilities in the context of these types of transactions. Attendees will gain valuable insights — from investment bankers, attorneys and financial advisors who are on the front lines of these kinds of transactions — that will inform them now and in the future.

This webinar will focus on several hot topics pertaining mediation and ADR, such as the duty of disclosures for mediators and other neutrals, recent issues that have arisen regarding the scope of mediation confidentiality, and the pros and cons of having judicial mediators vs. private mediators.

Hear the latest on what's happening on Capitol Hill involving the bankruptcy system. Proposed legislation to amend the bankruptcy code, needed changes to Subchapter V, what the rumor mill might be saying about laws in the pipeline - these panelists are involved in the discussions with legislators and will report on what's happening now and what's coming down the road ahead.

Securing plan confirmation is rarely straightforward. From feasibility disputes to contested classifications and objections over good faith, bankruptcy professionals must navigate a range of legal and strategic hurdles. This panel will delve into the most pressing issues impacting plan confirmation today, including judicial interpretations of key confirmation requirements, creditor pushback on cramdown provisions, and the growing influence of subchapter V in small business reorganizations. Panelists also will highlight practical pitfalls that can derail confirmation, and will share approaches to overcoming objections and achieving consensual resolutions. 

This panel will address the most recent developments in preference case law, including with respect to the new value and ordinary course of business defenses, due diligence, evidence, the sale of and liens on preference actions, recent cases at the U.S. Supreme Court, and preference actions in recent mass tort- and crypto-driven bankruptcy cases.

This panel will address a variety of post-confirmation topics, starting with the pre-effective date planning and issues, and post-effective date pitfalls and deadlines. Attendees will also learn about other important topics particular to Subchapter V, post-confirmation jurisdiction, and useful tips for creditors.

Discovery in bankruptcy contested matters can be just as complex and consequential as in traditional litigation, but with its own unique rules, limitations and strategic considerations. This panel will address recent case law, jurisdictional nuances, and the practical challenges of balancing efficiency with due process. Whether you’re initiating discovery or responding to it, this session will provide valuable insights into managing discovery effectively within the procedural framework of the Bankruptcy Code. 

The Supreme Court’s decision in Purdue Pharma has significant implications for cross-border insolvency practice under chapter 15. This panel will examine how the ruling is reshaping the legal landscape for foreign main proceedings, recognition standards, and especially the use of nonconsensual third-party releases. The panelists also will explore emerging questions around comity, enforcement of foreign judgments, and the limits of U.S. bankruptcy courts’ authority in cross-border cases. 

This panel will provide a focused look at critical developments in subchapter V practice, including fair and equitable treatment in plan confirmation, eligibility to file, and the expanding role of subchapter V trustees. The panelists will also address post-confirmation issues such as asset sales, plan defaults, vesting and drafting strategies to manage risks and improve outcomes. Attendees will gain practical insights for navigating subchapter V cases more effectively from start to finish. 

This panel will delve into the legal and strategic complexities surrounding the RMS Titanic chapter 11 case, exploring how different approaches might have altered its course. The panelists will unpack the jurisdictional tensions between the district court overseeing recovered artifacts and the bankruptcy court managing estate assets, and discuss pathways for resolving these conflicts. The conversation also will examine the role of foreign investors and buyers, highlighting the dynamic they introduce into the sale process and the competing interests at play.