Navigating Legal and Ethical Complexities in Bankruptcy Proceedings
Susan Freeman, (partner at Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP, Phoenix, AZ) and her panel will review important decisions reported over the past year highlighting ethical issues that commonly occur in bankruptcy cases. Participating on the panel will be Ed Bernatavicius (U.S. Trustee’s Office in Phoenix, AZ) and Jeff Hellman (Law Offices of Jeffrey Hellman, LLC in New Haven, CT.).
This course offers an in-depth examination of ethical considerations and legal standards governing bankruptcy proceedings. Through detailed case studies, it explores the intricacies of disinterestedness, disclosure, sanctions, and the roles of legal professionals in bankruptcy cases. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how ethical dilemmas arise and are addressed within the framework of bankruptcy law, enhancing their ability to navigate these challenges effectively.
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Attorney, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings
I have devoted my entire career to bankruptcy law as an attorney representing clients. I handle all aspects of business bankruptcy cases, including representing debtors, secured creditors, unsecured creditors, official committees and trustees. I also represent parties in commercial disputes, including loan workouts and forclosures. In addition to my law practice, I am a writer and author of bankruptcy publications and a teacher of bankruptcy law at seminars and Vanderbilt Law School . I am also a mediator and arbitrator. Specialties: Business Bankruptcy and Mediation
Business Bankruptcy and Civil Appellate Lawyer at Lewis Roca
Susan Freeman is a partner who concentrates her practice on business bankruptcy and on appeals of all kinds. She is the first lawyer (and now only one of two) invited to membership in both the American College of Bankruptcy and the American Academy of Appellate Lawyers. Susan has briefed and argued before the U.S. Supreme Court, and she is frequently invited to present materials and speak at seminars in Arizona and nationally. Specialties: Appellate law; Business bankruptcy law (debtors, creditors, committees and trustees; expert testimony, especially in business bankruptcy ethics)
Bankruptcy & Debt Attorney at Phoenix, AZ
Edward "Ed" Bernatavicius is a seasoned bankruptcy practitioner with seventeen years of dedicated experience in the field. He is currently employed at the Office of the United States Trustee located in Phoenix, Arizona. In his role, Ed manages a diverse array of debtor, creditor, and trustee issues across both consumer and commercial bankruptcy cases.
Member at Law Offices of Jeffrey Hellman, LLC
Jeffrey Hellman is an attorney providing legal services covering Business Litigation and Bankruptcy: Business and Securities Litigation. Jeffrey Hellman, who practices law in New Haven, Connecticut, was selected to Super Lawyers for 2011 - 2023. This peer designation is awarded only to a select number of accomplished attorneys in each state. The Super Lawyers selection process takes into account peer recognition, professional achievement in legal practice, and other cogent factors. Prior to becoming an attorney, he studied at Harvard Law School. He graduated in 1986. After passing the bar exam, he was admitted to legal practice in 1986.
