CPE - 123 Paralegal: Bankruptcy & Collection Law

The ‘Paralegal: Bankruptcy and Collection Law’ micro-credential confirms that the learner has the skills to understand and apply bankruptcy law, and prepare documents related to bankruptcy cases.

Earning Criteria:
To earn this micro-credential, learners must:

Successfully complete the certificate course with a passing grade
Distinguish between debtor-creditor law and bankruptcy law
Identify the 3 primary types of debts
Explain the steps in the consumer debt collection process from default to judgment
Identify and distinguish the 3 basic types of liens
Differentiate between secured and unsecured loans
Explain the legal structure of Georgia mortgage loans
List common reasons why individuals and businesses may seek bankruptcy relief
Describe the information required to prepare a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 petition
Explain the difference between a conversion, dismissal, and discharge of a bankruptcy case
Summarize the purpose of a Chapter 13 proceeding

Skill(s):

Unsecured Debt
Consumer Debt
File Organization
Legal Document Revision
Liens
Legal Systems
Legal Support
Bankruptcy
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Certified Professional Paralegal

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