WOL-301: Bankruptcy

Credits: 3 Credits (126 Clock Hours)
Self-paced: 4-month completion deadline.
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Description

Step into the intricate world of bankruptcy law with WOL-301. This course meticulously guides students through the complexities of various bankruptcy filings, ensuring a firm grasp on each step of the process. From the historical underpinnings of bankruptcy law to the cutting-edge nuances of electronic filing, learners are poised to understand the breadth and depth of the topic. Supplementing this are case studies that illustrate real-world applications of bankruptcy procedures, ensuring students are equipped for tangible legal scenarios.

Subjects covered include:

Tracing the evolution of bankruptcy law through history.
Differentiating between the myriad bankruptcy filing types.
Comprehending the distinct roles of key players in the bankruptcy process.
Skillfully navigating the layers of data collection, analysis, and counseling throughout a bankruptcy filing.

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Students can enroll at Washington Technical Institute any time of the year. Open enrollment allows students the ability to start straining for a new career without waiting for a traditional semester to begin.

Self-Paced Courses

Every course at WTI is self-paced, allowing students to spend the time they need to master each lesson. Students have the flexibility to plan and adjust lessons to fit their schedule.

Accredited by MSA-CESS

Washington Technical Institute is regionally accredited as a postsecondary institution by the Middle States Association Colleges & Schools.

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Courses are self-paced and supported by qualified faculty. Students work on their reading, assignments, and quizzes on their own time. This flexibility allows students to study while navigating the rest of their busy lives. Our courses and programs have completion deadlines, but beyond that, students can complete the work on their own schedule. Instructors are always available for questions and support. Students are not required to attend any scheduled class meetings.

Features

Interactive Online Learning that Fits Your Schedule

Washington Technical Institute understands that you have a busy schedule and that you are looking for a school that will fit into your lifestyle. Our virtual classroom helps you fit your education into your life. Our synchronous sessions are designed to help provide additional instructor-led activities and interactions to help with some of the more complex topics. No need to worry, though…if you miss a session, they are all recorded! You can connect with your instructor on questions you have at any time.

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Program Starts

This program starts every day which means you do not have to wait to get started on your education!

Technology Requirements

Students will need to have access to the internet as well as a computer or Chromebook to complete this class. Using a tablet, or phone will not be possible for this program given the nature of the material.

Tuition

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Tuition Includes:

24/7 Access to WTI Interactive Online Classroom
Hands-on Instruction by qualified attorney professors
Audio Lectures (downloadable)
Westlaw or Lois Law Training
Lifetime Career Development Guidance
No Interest Installment Plans

Total Tuition: $599

Available Payment Options & Financing

Full Payment: $599
Payment Plan: $299.50 over 2 payments

Certain restrictions apply for students who pay for tuition via a third party, such as WIA, Vocational Rehabilitation, MyCAA and other funding sources. Please see the Financial Assistance page for details and other information

Curriculum

This course uses a step-by-step approach and presents a clear and understandable explanation of each type of bankruptcy filing. Course features include a brief history of bankruptcy law, research aids, alternatives to bankruptcy, a discussion of the role of the various parties involved in the bankruptcy process, and an overview concerning eligibility and the selection of the appropriate bankruptcy chapter under which the case should be filed. The textbook includes updated cases to detail bankruptcy legal procedures from initiation of the attorney/client relationship through the closing of the case. With its discussion of electronic filing, and updated changes in the Bankruptcy Code and the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, WOL-301, is a complete resource for any paralegal bankruptcy law course.

Course Objectives:

Throughout the course, you will meet the following goals:

Explain the history of bankruptcy law.
Understand the different types of filings and their applications.
Explain the roles of the different individuals involved in the bankruptcy process.
Describe the data gathering, analysis and available counseling during a bankruptcy filing.

Ch 1: The Evolution of Bankruptcy Law
Ch 2: Bankruptcy Law and Where to Find It
Ch 3: The Cast of Characters and Their Roles in the Bankruptcy Process
Ch 4: Information Gathering, Analysis, Counseling, and Drafting
Ch 5: The Voluntary Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (Liquidation)
Ch 6: The Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Ch 7: The Chapter 12 Bankruptcy
Ch 8: The Voluntary Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Ch 9: Selecting the Appropriate Type of Bankruptcy Filing
Ch 10: The Involuntary Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 or Chapter 11

Grading Scale

A = 95-100%
B = 88-94.9%
C = 80-87.9%
D = 70-79.9%
F = Below 70%

Grade Weighting

Chapter Quizzes.................70%
Final Exam..........................30%

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Washington Technical Institute is Regionally accredited by the Middle States Association CESS, and licensed by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education as an institution of higher learning.

WOL-301: Bankruptcy