An overview of bankruptcy law as it pertains to the unique needs of the divorce practitioner, this fourth edition offers practical guidance on how bankruptcy law affects divorcing spouses, updating developing caselaw under BAPCPA. Topics include types of bankruptcy cases, case commencement, automatic stay, property of the estate, lien avoidance, priority of alimony, maintenance and support debts, avoidability of transfers between married spouses, executory contracts, dismissal, and revocation of discharge.
Extensive appendices include forms, a glossary, bankruptcy court directory and other resources, as well as a state-by-state summary of divorce exemptions that will save the family lawyer hours of research time when handling a divorce or separation case where a bankruptcy is involved.
Shayna M. Steinfeld, a partner in Steinfeld & Steinfeld, P.C., is a lawyer practicing exclusively in the areas of bankruptcy and corporate reorganization in Atlanta, Georgia.
Bruce R. Steinfeld, partner in Steinfeld & Steinfeld, P.C., in Atlanta, Georgia, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and practices exclusively in the area of family law.