Economic security is essential for maintaining basic needs. The consumer bankruptcy process can serve as a valuable tool for individuals to address debt and overcome credit-related barriers to employment, housing, and more. Join us to learn how to advise low-modest means individuals whether to file bankruptcy and if they do, how to navigate the bankruptcy court system on their own, including the risks of filing a bankruptcy without a lawyer. Guidance will be provided to attorneys who are assisting with virtual legal aid clinics such as ABA Free Legal Answers or advising in person. This project is co-sponsored by the American College of Bankruptcy Foundation and the ABA Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service.

Panelists include:

• Edward C. Boltz, Partner, The Law Offices of John T. Orcutt, P.C., Durham, North Carolina
• William Z. Kransdorf, Director, NYC Bankruptcy Assistance Project, Legal Services NYC, New York
• Ramona Morel, Project Director, Consumer Bankruptcy Project, City Bar Justice Center, New York
• David S. Yen, Pro Bono Counsel, Consumer Practice Group, Legal Aid Chicago

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