Consumer Bankruptcy Law: Essential Insights from My Video Series

Explore Consumer Bankruptcy Law with My Latest Video Series.

By Alexander Hernandez, J.D., Professor, and Author of Consumer Bankruptcy Law (Routledge).

Updated on October 10, 2025.

Dive into my comprehensive video series detailing “Consumer Bankruptcy Law: A Practical Guide for Professionals.” Each video simplifies bankruptcy concepts through engaging PowerPoint presentations straight from the textbook. Each link will take you to the YouTube video. This series of videos is perfect for paralegal and legal studies students, legal professionals, paralegals, and anyone needing to learn about bankruptcy law. Watch, learn, and enhance your expertise with visual aids and insights centered on the textbook.

Note that there are separate PowerPoints from the one you will be able to access when you purchase the textbook. It’s recommended to use both sets of PowerPoint and videos to better understand the material. Of course, Bankruptcy.blog and the other videos posted on my YouTube channel will help you get deeper into the subject matter.

• Chapter 1: The History of Bankruptcy Law
• Chapter 2: Overview of the Bankruptcy Code
  • Domestic Support Obligations (blog post)
• Chapter 3: Summary of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
• Chapter 4 The Bankruptcy Court System, Policy, Rules of Procedure
  • Using Pacer.gov
  • Understanding Bankruptcy Law, Local Rules, Judge’s Policies
• Chapter 6: Office Protocols and Dealing with Bankruptcy Clients
• Chapter 7: The Bankruptcy Intake
• Chapter 8: The Bankruptcy Intake Continued
• Chapter 9: Employment, Income, & Expenses
• Chapter 10: Debts and Liabilities.
• Chapter 11: Trustee Documents
• Chapter 12: The Bankruptcy Petition
• Chapter 13: Assets & Liabilities
• Chapter 14: Assets and Exemptions (Schedules A/B, and C)
• Chapter 15: Secured and Unsecured Creditors.
• Chapter 16: Schedule I (Income).
• Chapter 17: Schedule J (Expenses).
• Chapter 18: Statement of Financial Affairs (SOFA).
• Chapter 19: Statement of Intention
• Chapter 20: Statement of Current Monthly Income.
• Chapter 21: Means Test
• Chapter 22: Chapter 13 Basics
• Chapter 23: Chapter 13 Plan Issues
• Chapter 24: Debt Strategies, Filing for Chapter 20, and Financial Purgatory
• Chapter 25: Reviewing the Bankruptcy Petition
• Chapter 26: Post-Petition Issues
• Chapter 27: The 341 Meeting of Creditors: Before, During, and After

Educational Resources

• For Institutions: Colleges and universities can purchase or request examination copies of my textbook directly from Routledge Publishing.
• For Students & Practitioners: Single print and digital copies are available via Amazon Books.
• Video Lectures: Stream comprehensive legal breakdowns and video explanations on the Prof. Hernandez YouTube Channel.

Bankruptcy Court & Consumer Resources

Explore a deep dive for consumer guides and court directories to navigate your legal options:

• A step-by-step master guide on Filing for Bankruptcy and Navigating the Petition.
• Access full directories for the Federal Bankruptcy Court System and Trustee Contact Information.
• Protect your assets by reviewing your specific State Bankruptcy Exemptions or compare them against the Federal Bankruptcy Exemptions.
• Prepare for your court date with the updated brief on the 341 Meeting of Creditors Rules and Procedures.

Please note that the information on this site does not constitute legal advice and should be considered for informational purposes only.

Colleges and universities can purchase my bankruptcy law textbook directly from Routledge Publishing. For paralegals and students buying single copies, you can do so via Amazon Books. To access my YouTube channel, click this link.

Additional blog content is available below:

• Bankruptcy
• Consumer Bankruptcy Law
• Insights & Analysis

Please note that the information on this site does not constitute legal advice and should be considered for informational purposes only.