Chapter 11 for UK Lawyers - Part 1
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- Part of:
- US Law for UK Lawyers CPD Training Bundle
Cross Border Insolvency CPD Training Bundle - Categories:
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Company Law
Insolvency & Restructuring
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- Length:
- 30 minutes of audio
(+ optional 5 minute online quiz) - Plays on Computer:
- Yes Downloadable as MP3: Yes
- Contributor(s):
- Course Aims:
This podcast gives an overview of the Chapter 11 regime in the US and looks at the differences between the US and UK approaches to restructuring a company. It explains the terms that are used in relation to a Chapter 11 administration. It also looks at when a company must file a Chapter 11 and the obligations and restrictions on a company during Chapter 11.
- Outcomes:
- After completing the course you will:
- Be aware of the US Chapter 11 procedure;
- Understand the difference between the US and UK approaches to restructuring a company;
- Know the jargon associated with a Chapter 11 filing;
- Know when a Chapter 11 would be appropriate;
- Appreciate the restrictions and obligations on a company during the Chapter 11 process.
- Level:
- Specialist
- Classification:
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Legal Principles
Practical Guide
- Sources and References:
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- Title 11, Chapter 11 - (US Bankruptcy Code);
- Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. Chapter 11 Proceedings;
- Texaco Inc. Chapter 11 Proceedings;
- Nortel Networks Chapter 11 Proceedings;
- Parmalat USA Corp. Chapter 11 Proceedings;
- Yukos Oil Company Chapter 11 Proceedings.
This two part CPDcast series provides an overview of the Chapter 11 procedure in the US and its relevance to UK lawyers.
Podcast last reviewed: 2011-03-28
