The Law of Debtors And Creditors: Text, Cases, And Problems
by Elizabeth Warren
from Aspen Publishers
Bankruptcy And Debtor/creditor: Examples And Explanations (Examples & Explanations)
by Brian A. Blum
from Aspen Publishers
To keep pace with the recent major changes in bankruptcy law, noted author Brian Blum presents a completely revised edition of his popular study guide, "Bankruptcy and Debtor/Creditor: Examples & Explanations." This comprehensive text is well known for its effectiveness in helping students understand the many rules, principles, and policies of the area.
The New Bankruptcy: Will It Work for You? (2nd edition)
by Stephen Elias
from NOLO
A clear path through the bankruptcy maze!
Bankruptcy laws have changed, and figuring out how to use them effectively is harder than ever. For plain-English guidance you can trust, turn to The New Bankruptcy.
Here, you'll discover the clear-cut answers, information and strategies you need to figure out whether bankruptcy is the right solution for your debt problems. Find out:
The 2nd edition is completely updated to show how the courts have interpreted the new bankruptcy laws. It also provides worksheets to help you determine whether you can file for bankruptcy, and includes helpful checklists, sample forms and easy-to-use legal charts for all 50 states.
"Everything you need to know about filing for bankruptcy under the new laws. Bankruptcy law recently experienced a profound change that makes it harder to eliminate overwhelming debt. Yet many of the reasons for filing for bankruptcy (such as divorce, medical bills or job loss) remain. Fortunately, there's help. The New Bankruptcy can help you choose the best strategy to get back on your feet. Filled with clear-cut answers and practical suggestions, it covers all the issues you face, including: qualifying for Chapter 7 bankruptcy how Chapter 13 repayment plans work which debts are wiped out how bankruptcy affects homeowners keeping cars and other property how bankruptcy affects credit alternative ways to handle debt problems paperwork requirements and much more The New Bankruptcy also provides worksheets to help you determine whether you can file for bankruptcy under the new law. It also includes checklists, sample forms and easy-to-use legal charts for all 50 states. List of Forms Voluntary Petition Form 6: Summary of Schedules Form 6: Statistical Summary of Certain Liabilities Form 6: Schedule A-Real Property Form 6: Schedule B-Personal Property Form 6: Schedule C-Property Claimed as Exempt Form 6: Schedule D-Creditors Holding Secured Claims Form 6: Schedule E-Creditors Holding Unsecured Priority Claims Form 6: Schedule F-Creditors Holding Unsecured Nonpriority Claims Form 6: Schedule G-Executory Contracts and Unexpired Leases Form 6: Schedule H-Codebtors Form 6: Schedule I-Current Income of Individual Debtor(s) Form 6: Schedule J-Current Expenditures of Individual Debtor(s) Form 6: Declaration Concerning Debtor's Schedules Form 7: Statement of Financial Affairs Form 201: Notice to Individual Consumer Debtor Under § 342(b) Bankruptcy Code Form B22A: Statement of Current Monthly Income and Means Test Calculation Form 8: Chapter 7 Individual Debtor's Statement of Intention Form 21: Statement of Social Security Number Statement Pursuant to Rule 2016(B) Creditor Matrix Cover Sheet Creditor Mailing Matrix "
Personal Bankruptcy Laws For Dummies (For Dummies (Business & Personal Finance))
by James P. Caher
from For Dummies
With tips on understanding -- and surviving -- the new bankruptcy laws
If you're considering bankruptcy, you need straightforward answers and reliable advice. This handy guide covers it all -- so you can get your finances in line and your life back on track. This updated new edition covers everything you need to know about the new bankruptcy law and includes even better resources. Don't get desperate -- get out of debt instead!
Discover how to
* Weigh the consequences of bankruptcy
* Manage your spending
* Find professional help you can trust
* Decide on the right type of bankruptcy
* Pass the means test
* Keep more of your stuff
An updated edition of the successful guide with coverage of the new bankruptcy laws The Second Edition of Personal Bankruptcy For Dummies is fully updated with new resources and features full coverage of the new corporate-sponsored bankruptcy bill, which makes it harder than ever for people to seek relief through bankruptcy. Personal Bankruptcy For Dummies helps readers decide whether filing for bankruptcy is the right choice for them and, if it is, which type of bankruptcy suits their personal situation. Written by seasoned experts on bankruptcy law, this simple guide walks readers through the bankruptcy process and explains how to rebuild credit afterwards. Plus, the book also helps people deal with creditors and the IRS before they find themselves facing bankruptcy. James P. Caher (Eugene, OR) is an expert on consumer bankruptcy and a practicing bankruptcy lawyer with 25 years of experience. John M. Caher (Albany, NY) is a legal journalist who has written about law and the courts for most of his 20-year career.
How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
by Stephen Elias
from NOLO
In these times of massive credit card debt and stagnating incomes, filing for bankruptcy has become the only relief for thousands of people. The information in How to File for Bankruptcy is so complete that a person can file virtually on his own, without needing to hire a lawyer. By no means does the book encourage filing for bankruptcy, but it will help anyone in serious financial trouble determine if bankruptcy might be a sensible course to take, and examines what kind is appropriate for different individuals. All of the necessary forms are included, complete with explicit directions. Like all Nolo Press titles, this is a straightforward, no-nonsense book of useful advice and specific guidance, written in clear, easy-to-understand language.
This all-in-one book can help you find relief from overwhelming debt!
If you have more debt than you can possibly pay off, the bankruptcy system is there to help -- and with How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, you'll find the clear and user-friendly information, advice and forms you need to get through the entire process.
First, the book will help you determine whether you qualify for Chapter 7 --and whether it is the best way to deal with your debts. Then you'll find out how to:
The 14th edition is updated and revised to reflect the latest laws and legal forms, plus the line-by-line instructions you need to fill them out. Easy-to-use charts make looking up the laws of your state a snap.
Please note: This book does not cover business bankruptcies, farm reorganizations or individual repayment plans (Chapter 13). For Chapter 13 bankruptcy, see Nolo's Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Repay Your Debts.
Bankruptcy, Seventh Edition (University Casebook Series)
by William D. Warren
from Foundation Press
This law school casebook provides detailed information on bankruptcy law. The casebook provides the tools for on-point study of the fundamentals of all types of bankruptcy issues. Part of the University Casebook Series®, it includes selected cases designed to illustrate the development of a body of law on a particular subject. Text and explanatory materials designed for law study accompany the cases. The Seventh Edition treats in detail the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005, coming to grips with the policy issues that have been before Congress for the past several years. It also features important new cases and other recent developments.
Credit After Bankruptcy: A Step-By-Step Action Plan to Quick and Lasting Recovery after Personal Bankruptcy
by Stephen Snyder
from Bellwether Publications
A step-by-step action plan to quick and lasting recovery after personal bankruptcy. Indexed.
2008 U.S. Bankruptcy Code & Rules Booklet
by Staff
from LegalPub.com, Inc.
Complete U.S. Code, Title 11 (Bankruptcy) and related provisions in Title 18 (Crimes and Criminal Procedure), Title 26 (Internal Revenue Code) & Title 28 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure), plus the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and the Interim Bankruptcy Rules, as amended through Dec. 1, 2007. The Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure includes the full text of the F.R.Civ.P. that are incorporated therein.
Handy paperback size. Comprehensive index. Full citations to source legislation and amendments. Cross-references between the Bankruptcy Code and Rules. Published in January of each year just weeks after new rule changes take effect.
This book is perfect size for courtroom use.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Keep Your Property & Repay Debts Over Time
by Stephen Elias
from NOLO
Reduce your debts, save your property -- and start over!
Are you behind on your mortgage, taxes or other bills? Are creditors threatening foreclosure or repossession? This book will show you how to save your house, car and other assets with Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. It lets you cancel your debts and pay off the rest with an affordable repayment plan.
And now you can avoid attorney fees and do it yourself -- let Chapter 13 Bankruptcyyou how to:
The 9th edition is completely rewritten to reflect the recent (and massive) changes to federal bankruptcy law, as well as the latest bankruptcy exemption laws of your state. It also includes the most current legal documents and instructions on filling them out.
Whether you work with a lawyer or file on your own, you'll find everything you need to take charge of your debts in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy.
Please note: This book does not cover business bankruptcies, farm reorganizations or individual repayment plans (Chapter 13). For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, see Nolo's How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.
State and Federal Exemption Charts
Doubling
Residency Requirements for Claiming State Exemptions
Exemptions for Retirement Accounts
Individual State and Federal Charts
Tear-Out Forms
Voluntary Petition
Exhibit C to Voluntary Petition
Exhibit D to Voluntary Petition
Schedule A -- Real Property
Schedule B -- Personal Property
Schedule C -- Property Claimed as Exempt
Schedule D -- Creditors Holding Secured Claims
Schedule E -- Creditors Holding Unsecured Priority Claims
Schedule F -- Creditors Holding Unsecured Nonpriority Claims
Schedule G -- Executory Contracts and Unexpired Leases
Schedule H -- Codebtors
Schedule I -- Current Income of Individual Debtor(s)
Schedule J -- Current Expenditures of Individual Debtor(s)
Declaration Concerning Debtor's Schedules
Summary of Schedules and Statistical Summary of Certain Liabilities and Related Data
Form 3A -- Application and Order to Pay Filing Fee in Installments
Form 7 -- Statement of Financial Affairs
Form 10 -- Proof of Claim
Form 20A -- Notice of Motion or Objection
Form 21 -- Statement of Social Security Number(s)
Form 22A -- Statement of Current Monthly Income and Means-Test Calculation
Form 22C -- ChaStatement of Current Monthly Income and Calculation of Commitment Period and Disposable Income
Form 23 -- Debtor's Certification of Completion of Postpetition Instructional Course Concerning Personal Financial Management
Form 201 -- Notice to Individual Consumer Debtor Under § 342(b) of the Bankruptcy Code Amendment Cover Sheet
Daily Expenses
Notice of Plan Amendment and Confirmation Hearing Date
Proof of Service by Mail
Chapter 13 Repayment Plan
Appendix C: Charts
Scared to answer the phone (or even open the mail) because you're behind on your mortgage, taxes or other bills? Are creditors threatening foreclosure or repossession? Here's the answer! Get Out of Debt Without Losing Your Property Stop mounting fees and interest Design an affordable repayment plan Stop garnishments, attachments and foreclosure Make a new start If you're at risk of losing property, or if you have overwhelming debts that can't be eliminated in Chapter 7 bankruptcy, Chapter 13 can offer a solution. It enables you to reorganize your debts into a repayment plan you can afford, without losing any property. In this compassionate and comprehensive guide, personal finance expert Attorney Robin Leonard takes you through the entire Chapter 13 process, step by step, and shows you how to: determine if you qualify for Chapter 13 bankruptcy calculate the total amount of your debts and income complete the official bankruptcy forms devise a Chapter 13 repayment plan file your forms with the bankruptcy court stop a house foreclosure, make up missed mortgage payments and get back on track pay off your tax debt pay off your student loan, child support or alimony arrears modify your plan when problems come up represent yourself in bankruptcy court deal with unexpected changes such as new debt, missed payments, loss of income Whether you decide to work with a lawyer or file on you own, get the information you need to take charge of your debts and get back on your feet. This book covers bankruptcies that seek repayment of personal debt under Chapter 13 of the U.S. Bankruptcy code. It does not cover cancellation of debt (Chapter 7) or business or farm bankruptcies. For Individual Chapter 7 bankruptcy, see Nolo's How to file for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.
Basic Bankruptcy Law for Paralegals
by David L. Buchbinder
from Aspen Publishers
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