Map Out Your Future in Consumer Bankruptcy. Consumer Bankruptcy Association. Starting DECEMBER 2011

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1 BANKRUPTCY CORE CONCEPTS TRAINING LEVEL: BASIC CLE: 15 Map Out Your Future in Consumer Bankruptcy Starting DECEMBER 2011 AVAILABLE Cosponsored By: Consumer Bankruptcy Association REGISTER TODAY!

2 ICLE s BANKRUPTCY CORE CONCEPTS TRAINING DECEMBER 13, 2011 FEBRUARY 7, 2012 Map Out Your Future in Consumer Bankruptcy Cosponsored by the Consumer Bankruptcy Association Register for Parts 1, 2, and 3! Map out your future in consumer bankruptcy and be prepared to answer your clients bankruptcy questions with ease! Whether you re new to the practice of law or a seasoned practitioner, navigating a procedurally complex area like bankruptcy can be daunting. Gain a basic understanding of the issues to determine if bankruptcy practice is right for you by attending ICLE s Bankruptcy Core Concepts Training. Attend and Learn to: Comprehend the core concepts of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 and determine which is right for your client Ask the right questions, analyze client needs, and review clients financial documentation Advise your client about tax planning and dischargeability of taxes Improve your negotiation skills and establish a positive reputation with trustees Master the nuances and particulars of bankruptcy court litigation Register for this three-part program and explore the fundamentals of Chapter 7 (liquidation), Chapter 13 (reorganization), and bankruptcy litigation. Get to know other practitioners, trustees, and bankruptcy judges. Featured Speakers Hon. Scott W. Dales Court Western District Grand Rapids Hon. Jeffrey R. Hughes Court Western District Grand Rapids Hon. Daniel S. Opperman Court Eastern District Bay City Hon. Steven W. Rhodes Court Eastern District Detroit special FEATURES! Lunch with Judge Steven W. Rhodes Attend Part 2 The Basics of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and get tips to succeed in our luncheon keynote address by bankruptcy court judge Hon. Steven W. Rhodes. Hon. Steven W. Rhodes, Court Eastern District of Michigan, Detroit Case Study Bankruptcy Core Concepts Training guides you through this complicated area with a practical, understandable, and step-by-step approach. Our faculty will illustrate some of the opportunities and pitfalls of practicing in this area with a real life fact scenario case study. Exclusive Webcast A Conversation with the Trustees Register for Bankruptcy Core Concepts Training (Parts 1, 2 and 3) and receive access to an exclusive webcast session! Experienced Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 trustees share best practices and advice that help you confidently navigate consumer bankruptcy cases. Hon. Phillip J. Shefferly Court Eastern District Detroit

3 REGISTER TODAY! Part 1 The Basics of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy DECEMBER 13, 2011 Plymouth WebCAST 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am Getting Started in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Cases Gain a basic understanding of how to succeed in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy practice. Ask the right questions, analyze client needs, and review clients financial documentation. Determine if Chapter 7 is the best option for your clients with expert guidance. Kevin C. Calhoun, Calhoun & Di Ponio PLC, Bingham Farms 10:00am Filling Out Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Forms and Submitting Proper Paperwork Correctly completing the required bankruptcy forms and schedules requires critical and thoughtful analysis in addition to computer software. Learn how to complete the paperwork properly the first time including how to list creditors, complete schedules, and prepare reaffirmation agreements. Caralyce M. Lassner, Caralyce M. Lassner JD PC, Bingham Farms 10:45am 10:55am Representing Clients in Chapter 7 Proceedings Get advice on how to handle the ins and outs of Chapter 7 cases. Learn to apply the means test, and confidently advise clients about their disclosure requirements, exemptions, preferences, taxes, and duties. Represent clients in Section 341 hearings and prepare clients for a Rule 2004 discovery deposition, if one is requested. Steven L. Rayman, Rayman & Stone, Kalamazoo 11:50am Dealing With Non-Dischargeable Debts and the Role of the Trustee Effectively representing clients in a Chapter 7 case requires an understanding of which debts are non-dischargeable. Know the exceptions to gaining a clean start for your clients, including domestic support obligations, taxes, and student loans. Understand the trustee s perspective and how to work with their office. Timothy R. Graves, Allard & Fish PC, Detroit 12:45pm LEVEL: BASIC CLE: 3.75 MODERATOR: Caralyce M. Lassner, Caralyce M. Lassner JD PC, Bingham Farms Part 2 The Basics of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy JANUARY 10, 2012 Plymouth WebCAST 9:00am 5:00pm MODERATOR: Brian Joel Small, Thav Gross Steinway & Bennett PC, Bingham Farms 9:00am Getting Started in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Proceedings Determine whether Chapter 13 is the appropriate avenue for your clients, what exemptions exist, and which qualifications must be met. Help your clients make informed decisions, and advise them on alternatives if they don t qualify. Learn the role of the means test and what questions to ask in gathering the information you need. Brian Joel Small, Thav Gross Steinway & Bennett PC, Bingham Farms 10:00am Initiating Chapter 13 Proceedings Learn to prepare Chapter 13 petitions, schedules, and your client s debt adjustment plan. Calculate current monthly income, understand available exemptions, and handle administrative expenses and attorney fees. Christopher W. Jones, Acclaim Legal Services PLLC, Southfield 11:00am 11:15am Representing Clients in Chapter 13 Proceedings Pre-Confirmation: Part One Demystify the nuts and bolts of managing your Chapter 13 case in bankruptcy court. Deal with the trustee, meet with creditors, overcome plan objections, and analyze proofs of claim with ease. Advise your client effectively about tax planning and dischargeability of taxes. Scott A. Gies, Lieberman Gies & Cohen PLLC, Farmington Hills 12:15pm LEVEL: BASIC CLE: :30pm Lunch on Premises: Succeeding in Bankruptcy Practice Join your colleagues for a networking lunch with a keynote address from Hon. Steven W. Rhodes. Get insight on being an active part of the bankruptcy bar and what it takes to succeed. Hon. Steven W. Rhodes, Court Eastern District, Detroit

4 The Institute of Continuing Legal Education Part 2 The Basics of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy continued JANUARY 10, 2012 Plymouth WebCAST 9:00am 5:00pm MODERATOR: Brian Joel Small, Thav Gross Steinway & Bennett PC, Bingham Farms 1:30pm Representing Clients in Chapter 13 Proceedings Pre-Confirmation: Part Two Get even more expert advice to represent your Chapter 13 clients. Avoid common pitfalls caused by lien stripping, cram downs and second mortgages. Prepare adversary complaints when necessary and effect proper service. Erik K. Buckstad, Buckstad & Associates, Troy 2:15pm Post-Confirmation Plan Modification Almost all Chapter 13 plans require modification due to changing circumstances or to correct errors. Gain techniques to address the most common issues including loss of income, defaults, delinquencies, or plan extensions. Establish effective office procedures to monitor plans and build relationships with trustees that will make modifications smooth. Christopher M. Carey, Boren & Carey PC, Dearborn 3:00pm 3:15pm View From the Trustee s Office Gain practical advice on building a successful Chapter 13 practice from seasoned Chapter 13 Bankruptcy trustees. Improve your negotiation skills and establish a positive reputation with a better understanding of the trustee s perspective. Barbara Pietila Foley, Chapter 13 Trustee, Kalamazoo; David Wm. Ruskin, Chapter 13 Standing Trustee, Southfield; Tammy L. Terry, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee Office, Detroit 4:00pm Best Practices in Bankruptcy Court A panel of bankruptcy judges shares their best practice tips, strategies, recommendations, and pet peeves. Become the best bankruptcy practitioner you can be, earn judicial respect, and get all of your bankruptcy questions answered. Hon. Jeffrey R. Hughes, Court Western District, Grand Rapids; Hon. Steven W. Rhodes, United States Bankruptcy Court Eastern District, Detroit 4:45pm Part 3 Basic Litigation in Bankruptcy Court FEBRUARY 7, 2012 Plymouth WebCAST 9:00am 1:00pm LEVEL: BASIC CLE: 7.5 LEVEL: BASIC CLE: 3.75 MODERATOR: Mark H. Shapiro, Steinberg Shapiro & Clark, Southfield 9:00am Bankruptcy Court Procedure and Practice Master the nuances and particulars of bankruptcy court litigation. Explore jurisdiction and venue in bankruptcy court, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and local rules in the Eastern and Western District courts. Understand how bankruptcy rules differ from the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Compare and contrast adversary proceedings and contested matters. Hon. Daniel S. Opperman, Court Eastern District, Bay City; Paul J. Randel, Office of the United States Trustee, Detroit; Mark H. Shapiro, Steinberg Shapiro & Clark, Southfield 10:00am Litigating Claims, Withdrawal, and Abstention Comprehend what types of claims and disputes are litigated in bankruptcy court and how the process works. Prepare effectively for evidentiary hearings. Learn how and when the reference to bankruptcy is withdrawn and when the court abstains, permitting litigation in federal or state court. Paul R. Hage, Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss PC, Southfield 10:45am 11:00am Motion Practice and Discovery Explore how discovery in bankruptcy court is unique and how to successfully navigate the process, even on a tight budget. Learn what matters merit seeking discovery. Get practical advice on what the key motions are and when to bring them. Charles D. Bullock, Stevenson & Bullock PLC, Southfield 11:45am Making a Success of Litigating in Bankruptcy Court A panel of judges shares their favorite tips for success. Determine which claims are worth pursuing, improve your negotiation skills, and avoid common mistakes. Hon. Phillip J. Shefferly, Chief Judge, Court Eastern District, Detroit; Hon. Scott W. Dales, Court Western District, Grand Rapids; Hon. Daniel S. Opperman, Court Eastern District, Bay City 12:30pm

5 REGISTER TODAY! PAST ATTENDEES RAVE Excellent chance to learn & network. I feel well informed and trained to begin a bankruptcy practice. Tish Vincent Tish Vincent MSW JD, East Lansing The practitioners and judges emphasis on civility and courtesy in bankruptcy bar is most welcome and reassuring. Vincent P. Schumacher Vincent P. Schumacher Attorney, Grand Rapids Seminar Registration (Please photocopy this form for additional registrants.) Name MI Bar # ICLE P Ship # Firm Address City State Zip Phone Fax Register me for all 3 Parts of Bankruptcy Core Concepts Training* SEMINAR TITLE and NUMBER PART 1 The Basics of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 11CR-0830 PART 2 The Basics of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 12CR-0831 PART 3 Basic Litigation in Bankruptcy Court 12CR-0832 DATES 12/13/11 01/10/12 02/07/12 PLYMOUTH (includes printed handbk) (includes materials online) FEES $495 GENERAL $425 PARTNERS $425 Cosponsor association members Register me for the following individual parts of Bankruptcy Core Concepts Training* SEMINAR title and number PART 1 The Basics of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 11CR-0830 PART 2 The Basics of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 12CR-0831 PART 3 Basic Litigation in Bankruptcy Court 12CR-0832 DATES 12/13/11 01/10/12 02/07/12 PLYMOUTH (includes printed handbk) (includes materials online) FEES FEES $165 GENERAL $195 GENERAL $165 GENERAL $145 PARTNERS $165 PARTNERS $145 PARTNERS $145 COSPONSOR $165 COSPONSOR $145 COSPONSOR Can t attend? Order the materials SEMINAR TITLE and NUMBER PART 1 The Basics of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 11CR-0830 PART 2 The Basics of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 12CR-0831 PART 3 Basic Litigation in Bankruptcy Court 12CR-0832 Printed handbook $85 $85 $85 Audio CD MP3 download Webcast Policy: Webcast users can access the video and materials online for 90 days after the webcast is available. On-demand webcast and MP3s available three weeks after live date. No refunds will be issued for webcasts or MP3s after the live event. Webcasts, handbooks, audio CDs, and MP3s will only be available for purchase through June 30, Payment information Seminar registration subtotal Seminar materials subtotal Partnership discount (-30% handbk, CD, & MP3 only) Books Subtotal Add 6% mi sales tax (handbk, CD, & MP3 only) Add shipping & Handling** ( handbk, & CD only) 9.54 Check # payable to: icle Charge my: visa Mastercard Discover Am ex CREDIT CARD # EXP. DATE *Cancellation Policy: In order to receive a full refund for any session in the Bankruptcy Core Concepts Training, you must notify ICLE at least two weeks prior to the session you wish to cancel. After that, a $45 handling fee will be assessed for the cancellation of that session. No refunds will be given for cancellations received less than one week before the session. **Cost of shipping includes sales tax on shipping. Total due SIGNATURE FOR CREDIT CARD REGISTER TODAY! Save a stamp with ICLE s secure online registration. It s convenient, easy, and fast you can even sign up multiple people. 2BE Online (with credit card) Call (with credit card) Fax (with credit card) Mail (form with payment) ICLE, 1020 Greene St., Ann Arbor, MI

6 BANKRUPTCY CORE CONCEPTS TRAINING LEVEL: BASIC CLE: 15 Starting DECEMBER 2011 AVAILABLE Cosponsored By: Consumer Bankruptcy Association REGISTER TODAY!