This panel covers the essentials any lawyer must be aware of when facing a troubled financing post-closing. They explain transactional tools utilized in the early stages of a distressed situation including: rights and remedies of bond holders and how financing structure, bond insurance, bond mechanics, and elements of state law can dictate or limit enforcement of remedies. The discussion also covers the relevant mechanics of bankruptcy law when early remedial efforts are unsuccessful. 

Panelists
Rod Kanter, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP, Birmingham, AL
John Hobson Presley, Jr., Maynard Cooper & Gale P.C., Birmingham, AL

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Ethics for Bond Attorneys 101

This session addresses some of the ethical and practical issues related to legal representations in municipal finance, including: engagement letters, delivery of opinions and conflicts of interest, and a discussion of applicable ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct. This session qualifies for CLE ethics credit. 

Panelists 
Jaimee L. Boyd, Foley & Judell, L.L.P, New Orleans, LA
Timothy A. Stratton, Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C., Phoenix, AZ

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