Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy Strategies: Leading Lawyers on Preparing a Chapter 7 Filing, Establishing Effective Client Strategies, and Understanding Recent Trends (2010 ed.)

Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy Strategies provides an authoritative, insiders perspective on best practices for effectively handling the surge of Chapter 7 filings in todays economic climate.

Featuring partners and founders of consumer bankruptcy firms around the nation, these experts guide the reader through the Chapter 7 process, providing practical tips for everything from the initial interview to the meeting of creditors.

With proven advice for creating a client strategy, these top lawyers discuss qualifying for Chapter 7, working with trustees, completing the means test, knowing when to file, and navigating state and federal property exemptions.

Additionally, these leaders explore recent consumer bankruptcy trends and cases, the challenges created by BAPCPA, and what it takes to be a successful bankruptcy attorney.

The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to success within this ever-changing field.