Bankruptcy Litigation

Two lawyers who regularly handle bankruptcy appeals, along with a district court judge who hears bankruptcy appeals, will lead this panel focused on key bankruptcy appeal topics.

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.

Responding to complaints in federal court is a critical aspect of the U.S. legal system. This session will explore the various elements involved in crafting a comprehensive response to a complaint filed in federal court. The panelists will provide an in-depth analysis of the process, strategies and considerations for defendants when addressing allegations brought against them.

This session will discuss the broader policy debate on the usefulness, functionality and policy issues of examiners and trustees in chapter 11.

➤ Bankruptcy examiners drive up the cost of the bankruptcy process and generally do not deliver benefits that justify their expense and distraction.
➤ Bankruptcy examiners play an important role in ensuring the integrity of the bankruptcy process and should be appointed more regularly.