Key divorce practice pointers for consumer bankruptcy practitioners
Product Number: 2100442P01
Date(s): Tuesday, 6/15/2010, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Location: MCLE Conference Center, Upper Level Seminar Room, Boston (directions)
CLE Credits: 4 substantive credits, 0 ethics credits
Other Locations: MCLE Webcast: 06/15/2010

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Divorce can be complicated and messy. Bankruptcy can also be complicated and messy. When the two life events and areas of law intersect, the results can be catastrophic unless you know how to address the issues. The panel of experts explains the basics of divorce law, pre-bankruptcy planning, issues relating to the timing of each of the proceedings, jurisdiction, the effect of bankruptcy and discharge on Probate Court orders, alimony, support and property settlements, and domestic support obligations and their effect on the means test and homestead issues. The panel also presents you with the latest case law deciding these complex issues. This program is a must for lawyers who practice in the Bankruptcy Court in Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 cases.

Agenda
Divorce Law 101: Fundamentals of divorce law every bankruptcy practitioner should know
When Divorce and Bankruptcy Laws Collide: What pre-bankruptcy planning issues do you need to consider when a divorce is pending or planned? What timing issues arise in filing the proceedings? Are Probate Court Orders final or does the Bankruptcy Court share jurisdiction? What is the effect of discharge on domestic support orders? What effect do domestic support orders have on the means test, plan confirmation, and discharge? What homestead issues should you think about? What transfers may be avoidable? Do the answers to any of these questions differ if the debtors are a married same-sex couple?
The Latest Case Law on Bankruptcy and Divorce Issues
"Ask the Experts" Q&A Session