California Judge Splits with his BAP; Subpoenas Require Court Approval Under Barton
Someone seeking to issue a subpoena to a trustee is the proper party to seek leave under the Barton doctrine, Judge Clarkson says.
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Counsel Can’t Disclaim Responsibilities Imposed by the Code and Rules, Judge Says
Judge Clarkson laid down guidelines for a lawyer who copies pleadings written by another lawyer in a different case.
Removing a Beneficiary of a Revocable Trust Isn’t a Fraudulent Transfer
An expectancy interest in a trust isn’t “property” to underlay a fraudulent transfer suit.
First Opinion on the SBRA Permits Conversion of an Existing Chapter 11 Case
Bankruptcy Judge Scott Clarkson of Santa Ana, Calif., issued the first reported decision on the new small business reorganization law that became effective on February 19.