Bankruptcy Section
A Welcome Message From the Chair
Dear Members of the Bankruptcy Section, I am excited to welcome you to a new bar year. Each new year gives us the chance to set priorities, strengthen our…
Your Voice Matters: Help Shape North Carolina’s Bankruptcy Exemptions
Dear NCBA Bankruptcy Section Member, I hope this email finds you well. As Chair of the NCBA Bankruptcy Section, I am reaching out to gather your valuable…
NC Bankruptcy Section Greeting
Dear Bankruptcy Section Members, I am excited to be your section Chair this year. As bankruptcy filings are picking up, the mission of the Bankruptcy Section…
NCBA Bankruptcy Section 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award Presented to Richard Sparkman
On November 11, 2022, during the 45th Annual Bankruptcy Institute in Greensboro, North Carolina, the NCBA Bankruptcy Section presented Richard Sparkman with…
Attend the 45th Annual Bankruptcy Institute!
As chair of this year’s planning committee, I invite you to attend the 45th Annual Bankruptcy Institute. The ABI is returning in person for the first time…
45th Annual Bankruptcy Institute: Registration Is Now Live!
NCBA Members, Registration for the 45th Annual Bankruptcy Institute is now live! Click here to view the agenda, speakers, and registration information. This…
Breaking Up Is Hard to Do, but It Doesn’t Have to Be: Ethics Opinion Outlines Procedures for Departing Attorney’s Email Account
On January 21, 2022, the North Carolina State Bar Council issued 2021 Formal Ethics Opinion 6, which contains guidance for firms regarding their ethical…
Developments in Case Law Concerning Debtor Qualifications Under the SBRA
The Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019 (“SBRA”) provides a new remedy for small businesses looking to use bankruptcy for a fresh start. The…
Technology Tips for CM/ECF
Greetings from the WDNC Bankruptcy Administrator’s Office. We are back to share some more helpful technology tips for using Case Management/Electronic Case…
Understanding the Purpose of the Subchapter V Trustee
The Small Business Reorganization Act (“SBRA”), which added Subchapter V to Chapter 11 of the bankruptcy code, has been in effect for about 20 months.…