In this episode, Jody Bledsoe sits down with Mike McCormick, a seasoned creditor bankruptcy attorney, to explore the intricacies of bankruptcy law and the personal journey that led Mike from Toronto to the heart of the American South. They delve into the challenges and nuances of bankruptcy practice, the importance of understanding both debtor and creditor perspectives, and the evolving landscape of multi-state legal representation. With engaging anecdotes and expert insights, this conversation offers a unique glimpse into the world of bankruptcy law and the personal stories behind the professionals who navigate it.

In this episode, former Chapter 13 trustee and longtime bankruptcy attorney Jody Bledsoe sits down with licensed clinical social worker and addiction specialist Karen Walters to discuss mental health—not just in the legal field, but for anyone dealing with stress, emotional issues and being overwhelmed.

In this episode, our host Jody Bledsoe sits down with Keith Rucinski, a Chapter 13 trustee, shares his insights on the challenges of managing bankruptcy cases, focusing on late-filed claims and the responsibilities of debtors and trustees. Alongside Molly Simons, a senior attorney at MDK, they discuss the impact of rule changes and the importance of timely claim filings in the bankruptcy process.

In this, our SIXTH episode, Host Jody Bledsoe does an outstanding job of expertly interviewing bankruptcy “rock” star Ed Boltz on Rule 3002.1. They cover the parenthetical alphabet (b) through (h) and then some! Cases of note include: In re Saeed, No. 10-10303, 2010 WL 3745641; In re Howard, 563 B.R. 308, 315 (Bankr. N.D. Cal. 2016); Specialized Loan Servicing, LLC v. Devita (In re Devita), 610 B.R. 513 (E.D.N.C. 2019); In re Greene, Case No. 18-04747-5-PWM (Bankr. E.D.N.C. May 24, 2024); and Hot Off the Press In re Peach, Case No. 21-30390 (Bankr. W.D.N.C.).

Get the inside scoop on doing Chicago right! Podcast host Jody Bledsoe teams up with Chapter 13 Trustee Thom Hooper, David Kolen from Actors’ Equity, and Lawrence Gibson (aka claims analyst by day, Chicago expert by night) to spill all on the Windy City. From airport hacks to hidden gem eats, epic live music, and even wild food challenges—you’ll want to take notes.

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Part 2 of Do Not Engage begins with a quick recitation of a typical hearing with a sovereign citizen after which, podcasters Jody Bledsoe, Ed Maney, and Ross Mumme continue the saga of the Cestui Que Vie of Arizona. If you're in the consumer bankruptcy business, you'll enjoy this one — but trustees? This one's a must-listen as you will pick up strategies for dealing these particularly difficult cases.

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More from the Consumer Bankruptcy Nerd Department! As a trustee, do you think you’ve had difficult debtors? Have you had one that refers to themself as Cestui Que Vie (“he who lives”)? Podcast host Jody Bledsoe interviews Arizona Chapter 13 Trustee Ed Maney and Attorney Ross Mumme. Maney and Mumme have quite the story to tell! If you're in the consumer bankruptcy business, you'll enjoy this one — but trustees? This one's a must-listen.

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A deep dive into the October 2024 In re Del Rocio Cruz decision, with essential practice tips for debtor and creditor attorneys navigating Bankruptcy Rule 3002.1. Podcasters are veteran bankruptcy nerds Chapter 13 Trustee Jody Bledsoe and Hilary Bonial, an attorney representing various creditors.

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