Reorganizations Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code is the most complete and up-to-date one-volume treatment of this important business-planning tool. It contains a thorough discussion of Chapter 11 law and practice, including significant changes in: exclusivity; key employee retention plans; pre-petition severance pay; the debtor's ability to retain turnaround specialists; conversion and dismissal of cases; the obligation of creditors' committees to share information with members of the constituencies; and the way in which small business and single-asset real estate cases are conducted. This authoritative volume also brings you legal analysis and practical guidance on such subjects as: bankruptcy court jurisdiction; voluntary and involuntary petitions; creditors' committees; managing and operating the debtor and its business, including obtaining post-petition financing; treatment of secured creditors; dealing with executory contracts and unexpired leases; filing and allowance of proofs of claims and interests; the content, modification and confirmation of plans of reorganization, including a discussion of how claims may be classified; the effect of plan confirmation; and post-confirmation appeals and plan consummation. Reorganizations Under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code will keep you current on the latest statutory and regulatory developments while briefing you on the often conflicting decisions handed down by the courts

More than 10,000 copies of this book have been sold nationwide. Ideal for attorneys who are not familiar with the Chapter 11 process.

Please note this book has been updated. The new 2014 version (10th Edition) can be purchased here: http: //amzn.com/1880730685. This handbook contains everything an attorney needs to know to successfully prosecute a Chapter 11 bankruptcy case. It contains commentary and instructions on the preparation, filing and handling of small business cases under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. It covers the filing and handling of Chapter 11 cases for small businesses and individuals in any state or district. Ideal for attorneys with all levels of familiarity with Chapter 11, from attorneys who may not be familiar with Chapter 11 practice, to experienced attorneys. This handbook has helped more than 10,000 attorneys expand and perfect their Chapter 11 practice nationwide. This handbook contains: Instructions on handling every aspect of a Chapter 11 case, from the initial interview to the closing of the case; The complete text of the Federal Bankruptcy Rules and all applicable chapters of the Bankruptcy Code; Samples of the petitions, schedules, statements, motions and other documents used in Chapter 11 cases; Informative questions and answers about Chapter 11; Workouts and other nonbankruptcy alternatives; An explanation of the employment and compensation of the debtor's attorney in a Chapter 11 case; An explanation of when Chapter 11 is preferable to Chapter 7 or 13; An explanation of how to prepare and obtain approval of a Plan of Reorganization and a Disclosure Statement; An explanation of the confirmation process in Chapter 11 cases; And much more!