PLS-270: Bankruptcy Law

Course Description

This course will introduce students to bankruptcy law and the application of legal procedures in bankruptcy. Students will learn about jurisdiction; the cast of characters and their roles in bankruptcy; key terminology; sources of bankruptcy law; the various bankruptcy chapters under U.S. Code: Title 11; the different types of bankruptcy case filings, including: Chapter 7, Chapter 9, Chapter 11, Chapter 12, and Chapter 13; how to conduct a client interview; how to evaluate bankruptcy options for clients; the initial case filing documentation; the automatic stay; discharge; conversion; dismissal; voidable transfers; and how to diagram a Chapter 7 case from beginning to end. Students will learn to draft a complete Chapter 7 petition under the supervision of an attorney. Students will also learn about the paralegal?s role in bankruptcy practice and how to formulate a Chapter 13 plan.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of PLS 260- Introduction to Paralegal Studies and PLS 266- Legal Research and Writing, or permission of program director.

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PLS-270 Sections for Spring 2025

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1 Section Offered

PLS-270, Section CC1

CRN #36050
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

Jennifer Vigneri

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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureDowntown Campus
Room 406
Jan 21st, 2025 – Apr 5th, 2025Saturday
9:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Lecture
Location Downtown Campus
Room 406
Date(s) Jan 21st, 2025 – Apr 5th, 2025
Day / Time Saturday
9:00 am - 11:50 am