Andrew R. Schwartz is the managing member of Schwartz Law Group, LLC in Chicago.
B. Lane Hasler handles commercial bankruptcy matters primarily representing creditors and bankruptcy trustees complex.
Live Video-Broadcast: December 12, 2024
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Join us for an insightful course on "Fraudulent Transfers Uncovered," where we will explore the intricacies of fraudulent transfers in the context of both state and bankruptcy law. This course will provide a comprehensive analysis of what constitutes a fraudulent transfer, the typical defenses and developing issues. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the benefits and risks to creditors of fraudulent transfer litigation, as well as the potential liability for attorneys involved in such cases. We will also delve into the interplay between federal bankruptcy statutes and state laws, examine how fraudulent transfers can impact bankruptcy discharge, and discuss unique issues related to preferences and asset recovery. Enhance your legal knowledge and equip yourself with the tools necessary to navigate the complexities of fraudulent transfer cases effectively.
This course is co-sponsored with myLawCLE.
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Date / Time: December 12, 2024
Closed-captioning available
Andrew R. Schwartz | B. Lane Hasler PC
Andrew R. Schwartz is the managing member of Schwartz Law Group, LLC in Chicago. A commercial and business litigator since 1988, Mr. Schwartz’ practice focuses heavily on post-judgment remedies, including complex collections and fraudulent transfer litigation. He is the lead author of Litigating the Suit to Set Aside a Fraudulent Transfer, which currently appears as Chapter 13 in the IICLE Chancery and Special Remedies treatise. He also has multiple publications in the Illinois Bar Journal, including articles on fraudulent transfer and collection litigation, contract litigation and the recovery of costs in civil cases.
Mr. Schwartz holds a B.A. in English literature from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, and a J.D. from Loyola University of Chicago Law School. He lives in Deerfield, Illinois.
B. Lane Hasler | B. Lane Hasler PC
B. Lane Hasler handles commercial bankruptcy matters primarily representing creditors and bankruptcy trustees complex. He also represents creditors in collections cases specializing in judgments that are initially considered impossible to collect. Mr. Hasler’s practice is nationwide with offices in Chicago and New York City.
Mr. Hasler has an A.B from Wabash College, summa cum laude, and a J.D. from New York University. After practicing with international law firms in New York City and Chicago, he established his own practice in 2000.
I. What Exactly is a “Fraudulent Transfer”? | 2:00pm – 2:15pm
II. Lookback Periods in Different Parts of the World | 2:15pm – 2:30pm
III. Are Trusts Also Subject to Fraudulent Transfer Lawsuits? | 2:30pm – 2:45pm
IV. Roles and Responsibilities: Bankruptcy Trustee and Creditor | 2:45pm – 3:00pm
Break | 3:00pm – 3:10pm
V. Potential Attorney Liability in Fraudulent Transfer Cases | 3:10pm – 3:22pm
VI. Bankruptcy Statutes versus State Statutes | 3:22pm – 3:34pm
VII. Fraudulent Transfer as Basis for Denial of Bankruptcy Discharge | 3:34pm – 3:46pm
VIII. Unique Bankruptcy Issues in Fraudulent Transfer Cases | 3:46pm – 3:58pm
IX. Unique Bankruptcy Preference Issues | 3:58pm – 4:10pm