Best Practices for Filing Chapter 13 provides an authoritative, insider"s perspective on best practices for representing clients during a Chapter 13 case. Featuring experienced consumer bankruptcy lawyers, this book guides the reader through the issues and challenges faced by attorneys working with Chapter 13 debtors during this uncertain economic climate. From the initial client meeting to finalizing the Chapter 13 plan, these top lawyers examine the filing process step-by-step and analyze how to tailor a strategy to fit a client"s unique situation and goals. These authors reveal proven advice for determining a debtor"s eligibility, understanding home loans, and negotiating with Chapter 13 trustees. Additionally, these leaders discuss the lasting effects of BAPCPA, the slow economic recovery, and recent cases like Hamilton v. Lanning on debtors, attorneys, and the consumer bankruptcy practice as a whole. 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 on the keys to success within this complex field. Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities. Chapters Include: 1. Gloria Z. Nagler and William F. Malaier Jr., Nagler & Malaier PS - "A Comprehensive Overview of Chapter 13 Proceedings" 2. D. Rodney Kight Jr., Kight Law Office PC - "Saving The House: When Chapter 13 Will, And Will Not, Work For Your Client" 3. Bret Nason, Bret Nason, Attorney at Law - "Filing Your First Chapter 13 Case" 4. Chris M. Troppito, Troppito + Miller LLC - "Chapter 13 And The Path To A Better Life" 5. Nicholas Zingarelli, Zingarelli Law Office LLC - "The Debtor"s Attorney"s Field Guide To Chapter 13 Bankruptcy" 6. Mary Beth Ausbrooks, Rothschild & Ausbrooks PLLC - "Successful Strategies And Processes For Chapter 13 Filings" Appendices include: Appendix A: Documents Needed to Prepare a Bankruptcy Petition Appendix B: Chapter 13 Fee Agreement Appendix C: Chapter 13 Instructions Appendix D: Chapter 13 Collection Proof Letter Appendix E: Sample Schedule: Current Income of Individual Debtors Appendix F: Sample Schedule: Current Expenditures of Individual Debtors Appendix G: Chapter 13 Proof of Claim Appendix H: Chapter 13 Household Inventory Checklist Appendix I: Chapter 13 Creditor Sheet Appendix J: Rules for New Chapter 13 Cases Appendix K: Rights and Responsibilities Chapter 13 Debtors and Their Attorneys Appendix L: Client Information about Chapter 13