NO CLE
Norman N. Kinel, Moderator
Squire Patton Boggs; New York
Resolved: The Bankruptcy Code impliedly repeals the Federal Arbitration Act with respect to disputes regarding the allowance of claims against a bankruptcy estate.
Pro: Hon. Ashely M. Chan
U.S. Bankruptcy Court (E.D. Pa.); Philadelphia
Con: Hon. Eric L. Frank
U.S. Bankruptcy Court (E.D. Pa.); Philadelphia
Resolved: A chapter 11 plan of reorganization may lawfully release the liability of a third party for its own tortious conduct without the consent of the creditor whose claim is being released.