The Best Manual for Bankruptcy Law
There is a consensus on the most authoritative manuals on the subject of bankruptcy law among legal scholars, lawyers and librarians. The best manual, however, might depend on whether a comprehensive or more general overview is needed.
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Collier: Since 1893
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The leading bankruptcy treatise "Collier on Bankruptcy," is as relevant to bankruptcy lawyers in the 21st century as it was 100 years ago. Lawyers have been consulting Collier's treatise on bankruptcy since its publication in 1898, the same year as the passage of the U.S. Bankruptcy Act. Included with this multi-set volume are forms, both commercial and consumer, a listing of state exemptions and bankruptcy rules. The volume is updated monthly through a subscription service.
Norton: In-depth Treatise
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In addition to Collier, Georgetown Law Library considered "Norton Bankruptcy Law and Practice 3rd." by William L. Norton, Jr. a preeminent treatise on bankruptcy as of September, 2010. The law library regularly lists works that are recognized by scholars and practitioners as a leading authority on a specific subject. Norton's has three parts, including the Bankruptcy Code, and includes some of the historical aspects of bankruptcy law. The treatise is updated quarterly.
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Shorter Guides
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According to Robert C. Richards, Jr., J.D., M.S.L.I.S., M.A., law librarian and legal information consultant in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, there were some excellent short treatises on bankruptcy law as of June, 2010. They include: "Elements of Bankruptcy" (4th ed. 2006) by Douglas G. Baird; "Bankruptcy and Related Law in a Nutshell " (7th ed. 2005) by David G. Epstein; and "Understanding Bankruptcy" (2d ed. 2007) by Jeff Ferriell and Edward J. Janger. Georgetown Law Library also recommended Epstein and Ferrell/Janger as good study guides.
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