Best Practices for Filing Chapter 13 is an authoritative, insider's perspective on key strategies for representing and advising clients filing for Chapter 13 in the current bankruptcy environment. Featuring partners from law firms across the nation, these experts discuss the unique aspects of today s Chapter 13 filings, including the impact of mortgage modifications, recent state and federal decisions, current criticisms of BAPCPA, and the state of the economy on the bankruptcy arena. From conducting the means test and meeting filing deadlines to ensuring your client completes a Chapter 13 repayment plan, these authors guide the reader through the different stages of a Chapter 13 proceeding. Additionally, these lawyers discuss the role of key players involved in the bankruptcy process and offer tips on communicating with these individuals. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to success within this ever-evolving area of law.
Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business intelligence from C-Level executives and lawyers (Chairman, CEO, CFO, CMO, Partner) from the world's most respected companies and firms nationwide. Each chapter is comparable to an essay/thought leadership piece and is a future-oriented look at where an industry, profession, or topic is heading and the most important issues for the future. Each author has been selected based upon their experience and C-level standing within the professional community.
Chapters Include:
1. Bud Stephen Tayman, Principal, Bud Stephen Tayman PA - "After BAPCPA: Challenges for Chapter 13 Filers and Their Attorneys"
2. Allen P. Turnage, Owner and Sole Practitioner, Law Office of Allen Turnage - "Living with BAPCPA"
3. Julianne R. Frank, Senior Shareholder, Frank, White-Boyd PA - "Key Strategies and Considerations in Chapter 13"
4. Patricia Beary, Sole Practitioner, Beary Law Offices - "Challenges in Chapter 13 Filings"
5. David P. Leibowitz, Managing Member, Lakelaw - "BAPCPA and Its Effects on Chapter 13 Filings"
Appendices Include:
Appendix A: Exemption Analysis
Appendix B: Consultation Agreement and Acknowledgment of Receipt of Disclosures and Instructions
Appendix C: Statement Required by Section 527
Appendix D: Contract for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Services
Appendix E: Contract for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Services
Appendix F: Chapter 13 Plan
Appendix G: Wage Deduction Order
Appendix H: Chapter 13 Retainer Agreement
Appendix I: Rights and Responsibilities Agreement between Chapter 13 Debtor(s) and Chapter 13 Debtor(s) Attorney for Cases Filed in the United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida
Appendix J: Client Financial Education Course Reminder Letter
Appendix K: Firm Chapter 13 Operations Manual
Appendix L: Amended Complaint to Set Aside Trustee s Sale
Appendix M: Objection to Motion for Relief from Stay
Appendix N: Objection to Claim
