This program is designed for attorneys who are new to low-asset, low-income Chapter 7 Bankruptcies. Topics will include: Overview of Steps in a Consumer Bankruptcy; General Principles of Consumer Bankruptcy; Changes under BAPCPA 2005 and Petition and Form Preparation.

With special remarks by
Hon. Elizabeth S. Stong
US Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of New York

Presentations by
John McManus, Esq., Director, Consumer Bankruptcy Project, City Bar Justice Center

Bruce Weiner, Esq., Partner
Rosenberg, Musso & Weiner

The cost of this course is $150 or is FREE to those who accept at least one pro bono referral for a Bankruptcy or other matter from the VLP before August 9, 2010. Experienced attorneys receive additional MCLE credit for every 6 hours of eligible pro bono service.