Uk Insolvency Client Strategies: Leading Lawyers on Key Points of Contention, Advising Debtors and Creditors, and Best Practices for Insolvency and Bankruptcy Matters

by Hiestand, N. Lynn

• ISBN13: 9780314199096
• ISBN10: 0314199098
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-08-30
• Publisher: West Group

Summary

UK Insolvency Client Strategies is an authoritative, insider's perspective on best practices for representing and advising clients during insolvency and bankruptcy proceedings. Featuring partners from some of the nation's leading law firms, these experts guide the reader through obtaining key information during the initial client meeting, analyzing the client's financial position, and navigating the overall client-attorney relationship. From understanding the importance of outside expertise to making ethical considerations, these experts offer strategies for preventing pitfalls, counseling clients, and understanding the non-legal ramifications of a client's insolvency/bankruptcy matter. Additionally, these top lawyers give tips for assessing recent trends, dealing with international clients, and conducting preliminary research. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to navigating a rapidly-changing area of law. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

Exploring the Options in A Bankruptcy/Insolvency Scenario	p. 7
Impending Insolvency - How Legal Advice Can Help	p. 15
Maintaining Trust in the Client-Attorney Relationship	p. 37
Client/Attorney Relationships in Insolvency Negotiations	p. 53
A Matter of Trust: Working with Clients and Financiers in Insolvency Matters	p. 63
Developing Insolvency Client Strategies	p. 75
Acting for Insolvency Officeholders in Contentious Matters: An English Lawyer's Viewpoint	p. 85
Key Considerations for UK Bankruptcy Attorneys and Clients	p. 109
The Importance of Trust in the Client-Attorney Relationship	p. 121
Appendix	p. 139
Briefing Note
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