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10/10/2025
When: 8:00 AM
Where: Zoom Webinar
United States
Contact: NFPA
info@paralegals.org
317-454-8312


Online registration is available until: 1/1/2030
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NFPA Webinar: Overview / Bankruptcy Basics

Presented by: E. Haley Rohrbaugh, Attorney, CGA Law Firm

This session will cover a brief overview of bankruptcy law and importance of paralegal roles in bankruptcy cases.  The topics that will be discussed are:

I. Introduction to Bankruptcy Law and Litigation
    - Purpose of bankruptcy: debt relief and creditor fairness
    - Common bankruptcy chapters (7, 11, 13)
II. Understanding the Bankruptcy Players and Process 
What Paralegals Support:
    - Drafting, filing, tracking deadlines, preparing exhibits and case summaries
III. Contested Matters vs. Adversary Proceedings 
IV. Lifecycle of an Adversary Proceeding 
V. Important Rules and Deadlines – Critical Rules for Paralegals to Know
    - FRBP Rule 7004 – Service of process
    - FRBP Rule 7016 – Pretrial procedure
    - FRBP Rule 7033–7037 – Discovery rules
    - Local Rules – Always check the district’s local bankruptcy rules
VI. Document Management & E-Filing
    - Use of CM/ECF for electronic filing
    - Organizing pleadings, discovery, and exhibits
    - Maintaining a litigation timeline
VII. Ethical Considerations and Best Practices for Paralegals
VIII. Q&A 
IX. Wrap-Up and Resources 
Suggested Resources for Further Learning:
    - U.S. Courts websites
    - Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure
    - Local court CM/ECF training resources

 

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