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Today’s #NACBASF Session Spotlight

Friday, May 20th, 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Whitman Holt, co-author of Bankruptcy and the Supreme Court, will review recent Supreme Court decisions that may affect your bankruptcy practice.

Whitman Holt

Mr. Holt is the co-author (with Kenneth N. Klee) of Bankruptcy and the Supreme Court: 1801-2014 (West Academic 2015), which is a comprehensive desk reference for lawyers, judges, law students, and scholars examining the Supreme Court’s bankruptcy decisions from 1801 through 2014 from six different perspectives. Mr. Holt also is a contributing author to Collier on Bankruptcy, the nation’s leading bankruptcy treatise.

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/25

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It’s a New Week with New Headlines…

Credit Education Coalition Will Work to Change Federal Law

CFPB Sets Date for Revised Plan to Rein In Arbitration Agreements

New Study Indicates Medicaid Expansion Helps Consumers With Medical Debt

Congressional Leaders, Federal Regulators Discuss Critical Debt Collection Issues at Washington Insights Conference

CFPB Official Previews Final Mortgage Servicing Rule

Summary Judgment Granted Against Debt Collector In FTC Action

Man harassed by debt collector wins $10M award

3 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER FOR OUR FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR
Building a 7-Figure Lifestyle Law Firm:
Upscaling from a Job, to a Practice, to a Business
Thursday, April 28, 2016
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Stephen Fairley, CEO of The Rainmaker Institute

FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE.

There are 3 stages every law firm goes through to break the 7-figure barrier. At each stage there are challenges that must be faced and changes that must be made. The Rainmaker Institute has trained over 18,000 attorneys and helped hundreds of their clients break 7-figures. This 60 minute webinar will show you strategies specifically for attorneys looking to build a lifestyle law firm.

What are the 5 key challenges you must face to grow to the next level?
The 10 major components of every successful law firm.
Specific steps you must take to build a lifestyle law firm that provides the income you want.

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBASF ONLY 23 DAYS REMAIN!

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EARN CLE BY THE BAY!

The City by the Bay and NACBA’s Convention come together to create the perfect opportunity to learn, experience San Francisco & network with colleagues at the only national CLE program designed for consumer bankruptcy attorneys. Depending on state, you may earn up to 15 credits or more (including an Ethics credit in most states).

REGISTER FOR NACBASF TODAY!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

NACBA wants you to take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Fall Workshop or our Webinars that are on the horizon, but for you to do this your membership has to be current. Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/22

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Headlines Leading Into the Weekend…

Judge Rules Against CFPB in College Accreditor Case

Home Sellers Experience Highest Price Gains in More Than Eight Years

CFPB Sues Co-Founders of Lead Aggregator

CFPB Readies a Proposal to Let Consumers Sue Banks

Bank Overdraft Fees Hit Younger Adults Hardest, Pew Says

HAVE YOU READ THE NEWEST EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL ?

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

26 DAYS UNTIL #NACBASF!

Experience the NACBA Convention! Don’t take our word for it, watch bankruptcy attorneys from across the country describe the NACBA Convention

UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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Thursday, April 28, 2016
NACBA WEBINAR

Building a 7-Figure Lifestyle Law Firm:
Upscaling from a Job, to a Practice, to a Business
3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Stephen Fairley, CEO of The Rainmaker Institute
FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA

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October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

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Register HERE

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon don’t forget to renew your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/21

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Today’s Headlines…

Overall Credit Card Debt Accumulation, Delinquency Rates Increase in 2015

Online Payday Loans Carry ‘Steep Hidden Costs’

Appellate Courts Hold Typical Collection Letters Violate FDCPA

Online Lenders’ Use of ACH Can Lead to Cascading Fees, Account Closures for Consumers, CFPB Report Finds

CFPB’s Constitutionality and Director’s Interpretation Challenged

Colleges Continue to Return Tuition Money in Bankruptcy Fights

Sale to Vulture Fails Business Judgment Test

READ THE SPRING EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL (CBJ)

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

27 DAYS UNTIL #NACBASF!

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The 24th Annual NACBA Convention is just around the corner! We are looking forward to all of the exciting sessions, speakers, networking, and of course being in the beautiful city of San Francisco. We hope you are getting ready to embark on this one of a kind experience as well! Take a minute to look over this 3 point checklist to make sure you’re ready for #NACBASF:

Have you Registered? Registering is simple and only takes a few moments. Register today!
Make your Airline Reservation. NACBA has arranged the following discounts flying into San Francisco on two different airlines, United Airlines and Delta Airlines.
- United– To book travel online, enter ZVNS928278 in the Offer Code box when searching for flights.
- Delta-When booking online, select Book A Trip, click on Advanced Search and enter the meeting code, NMMCK, in the box provided on the Search Flights page. Reservations may also be made by calling our Delta Meeting reservations at 800-328-1111 Mon-Fri 7 am-7 pm CDT.
Place your Hotel Reservations: NACBASF will be taking place at the Marriott Marquis San Francisco. Attendees will receive a special rate of $245 per night. If you are calling in your reservation, be sure to ask to stay in the NACBA block. The special rate is available through April 27, 2016 or until the block sold out. Click HERE to make your reservations with the hotel.

Now, once you’ve checked everything off your list, kick and back and get ready for an awesome Convention!

UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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Thursday, April 28, 2016
NACBA WEBINAR

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA

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Register HERE

October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

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Register HERE

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon don’t forget to renew your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

Not a member of NACBA? Take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive and Join NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically

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Your Professional Development Matters! Register for NACBA’s Upcoming Events

UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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An integral part of NACBA’s mission is enhancing the ability of its members to represent their clients effectively by holding educational programs that provide learning opportunities and collegial forums. NACBA offers timely and relevant webinars, a Fall Workshop and our much anticipated Annual Convention. Your professional development matters to us! Take a look at the upcoming events and register today.

Thursday, April 28, 2016
NACBA WEBINAR

What are the 5 key challenges you must face to grow to the next level?
The 10 major components of every successful law firm.
Specific steps you must take to build a lifestyle law firm that provides the income you want.

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA

sanfran NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention is designed to help grow your practice while also increasing service to existing clients. Not only will attendees be treated to an overview and analysis of the current economic, business and political climate but various panels of experts will help you think inside and outside the bankruptcy box in order to increase revenue. From the seasoned practitioner to the bankruptcy newbie, #NACBASF will deliver professional development designed to educate, advocate and litigate!

Register HERE

October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1) The location might be unexpected, but the education provided aboard will be what NACBA members have come to expect from our educational programs. The Summit at Sea is offering education on a variety of topics that you will not want to miss. Check out the terrific sessions and speakers NACBA has lined up for our first-ever cruise!

Register HERE

Not a NACBA Member? Join Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/20

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Mid Week Headlines…

Appeals Court Rejects Firm’s Attempt to End TCPA Class Action

Card Default Rates Jump; Overall Numbers Remain Flat

Florida Governor Signs Legislation Aimed at Curbing Unexpected Medical Bills

Senators Request GAO Review of Fintech Marketplace Regulations

CFPB Sheds Light on Coming Payday-Loans Rule

Purely “Compensatory” Debts Owed by Attorneys to Clients (Which Are Not Disciplinary or Punitive Fees Imposed by the State Bar) Are Dischargeable In Bankruptcy

Hinshaw Thwarts Consumer’s Attempt to Expand the Definition “Debt Collector” under FDCPA

NACBASF IS LESS THAN A MONTH AWAY! HAVE YOU REGISTERED?

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San Francisco is a breathtaking city and the perfect backdrop to #NACBASF, but that’s not the only reason to attend this year’s convention! Here are 5 Reasons you should register for NACBASF today!

Dynamic Keynote Speakers: You won’t want to miss famed political consultant, Bob Shrum, Nomi Prins, Renowned Author & Commentator from Wall Street to Washingtonand Adam Carroll, 2x Tedx Speaker, author, and Founder of National Financial Educators.
Not one but TWO pre-convention sessions: On Thursday, May 19th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM you have the option to attend either the Evidence & Procedure for the Bankruptcy Litigator or Bankruptcy 101.
Earn CLE: NACBA has created the perfect opportunity to learn, experience San Francisco & network with colleagues while earning CLE Credits. (Depending on state, you may earn up to 15 credits or more including an Ethics credit in most states).
Relevant and Timely Sessions: NACBA’s sessions are timely, relevant and presented by a distinguished panel of expert speakers. #NACBASF delivers professional development designed to educate, advocate and litigate!
Free Access to Video Stream Convention Presentations. Convention registration will once again include three months access to replay many presentations in the comfort of your own home or office.

Sounds great right? Register today

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon don’t forget to renew your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

Not a member of NACBA? Take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive and Join NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically

Subscribe Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/19

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Tuesday’s News…

Defendant in FTC Cramming Case Settles Charges

9th Circuit: Defendant Can’t Avoid TCPA Class Action Lawsuit by Depositing Funds Into Court-Controlled Account

TCPA, FDCPA and FCRA Monthly Case Filings Increase in March

South Carolina Consumers Targeted by ‘Imposter’ Scams in 2015

CFPB’s Constitutionality and Director’s Interpretation Challenged

Obligations Under Condo Declaration Run with the Land

UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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Thursday, April 28, 2016
NACBA WEBINAR

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA

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Register HERE

October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

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Register HERE

NACBASF IS LESS THAN A MONTH AWAY! HAVE YOU REGISTERED?

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Dynamic Keynote Speakers: You won’t want to miss famed political consultant, Bob Shrum, Nomi Prins, Renowned Author & Commentator from Wall Street to Washingtonand Adam Carroll, 2x Tedx Speaker, author, and Founder of National Financial Educators.
Not one but TWO pre-convention sessions: On Thursday, May 19th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM you have the option to attend either the Evidence & Procedure for the Bankruptcy Litigator or Bankruptcy 101.
Earn CLE: NACBA has created the perfect opportunity to learn, experience San Francisco & network with colleagues while earning CLE Credits. (Depending on state, you may earn up to 15 credits or more including an Ethics credit in most states).
Relevant and Timely Sessions: NACBA’s sessions are timely, relevant and presented by a distinguished panel of expert speakers. #NACBASF delivers professional development designed to educate, advocate and litigate!
Free Access to Video Stream Convention Presentations. Convention registration will once again include three months access to replay many presentations in the comfort of your own home or office.

Sounds great right? Register today

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon don’t forget to renew your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

Not a member of NACBA? Take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive and Join NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically

Subscribe Today!

#NACBASF Session Spotlight

Thursday, May 19th, 5:00pm – 6:00pm

BUILD A THRIVING BANKRUPTCY PRACTICE EVEN WHEN FILINGS ARE DOWN

Presented by: Richard James
Automated Business Results

Discover three keys that allow you to create the law firm of your dreams. Generate leads at will, convert those leads into paying clients and finally, live life on your terms. In spite of a decrease in bankruptcy filings, Automated Business Results clients have become leaders in their market, breaking personal filing records every month. They do it by using the three keys, revealed in this session.

Biography

Richard James, Founder and President of Automated Business Results, has earned a reputation as a national “Legal Systems Expert.” He built a consumer law firm in Arizona from zero to over $3.5 million in annual sales in just over two years. His legacy also includes a career of building businesses in five different industries bringing his proven formula to each to achieve success. His success ingredient is simple: systems. Richard believes that systems should run your law firm and people should run your systems.

Author of two books for attorneys, The DNA of the Autonomous Attorney and Discover The Acres Of Diamonds In Your Law Firm, Richard has devised a process for helping attorneys build a practice that supports their lifestyle, not undermines it. Richard passion is to work with like-minded Entrepreneurial Attorneys, who want to take action to build the systems they create together to obtain, real, measurable results. Grab a free copy of the DNA of the Autonomous Attorney by going to www.TheRichardJames.com/DNAFreeBook

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/18

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Headlines Kicking Off the New Week…

Lawsuits Surge After Nonprofit Health System Outsources ER Services

Collection Agency Pitches Services in Mississippi

Foreclosure Filings at Lowest Mark in Nearly a Decade

BBB Issues Alert Over Fraudulent Debt Collection Operation

White House Makes a ‘Moral Case’ for Stopping Payday Abuse

Florida Better Business Bureau Issues Alert on Fraudulent Debt Collection Calls

Eleventh Circuit Adds its Voice to Late-Filed Return Issue

Ninth Circuit: Conditional Tender Does Not Moot Putative Class Action

UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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Thursday, April 28, 2016
NACBA WEBINAR
Building a 7-Figure Lifestyle Law Firm:
Upscaling from a Job, to a Practice, to a Business
3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Stephen Fairley, CEO of The Rainmaker Institute
FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA
Register HERE

October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event
Register HERE

30 DAYS REMAIN UNTIL NACBASF! HAVE YOU REGISTERED?

There are so many perks when you attend NACBASF! One of those is you will have access to the Exclusive Screening of the Student Loan Documentary, Broke, Busted and Disgusted. This film examines the higher education system and the way it is funded. Created by a group of passionate filmmakers and storytellers with accurate accounts that could change the course of history. Director Adam Carroll will do a post-screening Q&A with attendees.

Join your colleagues and Register Today!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon don’t forget to renew your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

Not a member of NACBA? Take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive and Join NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically

Subscribe Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/15

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Friday’s Headlines…

Debt Buyer Sued for Allegedly Freezing ID Theft Victim’s Account

Healthcare Affordability Issues Continue for Consumers with Marketplace Plans

Summary Judgment Granted Against Dallas Debt Collector for Bad Behavior

An Extreme Case of Debt Collection

Second Circuit Says Debt Collectors Must Disclose Potential Interest And Fees

UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA
Register HERE

October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event
Register HERE

CONNECT WITH YOUR PEERS THROUGH NACBA CONNECT

NACBA membership affords our members the chance to connect with their colleagues through NACBA Connect. Do you have a question or a hot topic that you want to discuss? Then make sure you visit NACBA Connect. In NACBA Connect you can start a community, join a community, and begin a discussion thread to connect with your peers!

CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL HIGHLIGHT

Spring 2016 CBJ

Check out the NCBRC Report in the Consumer Bankruptcy Journal and get updated on what’s new!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon don’t forget to renew your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

Not a member of NACBA? Take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive and Join NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically

Subscribe Today!

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