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Bankruptcy News Briefs- 3/22

The weekend is almost here! Before you start your plans, read the following…

Trump exec order to hold colleges accountable for student loan debt, free speech

Student loan debt: The government broke it, and must fix it

CFPB FDCPA Report Shows Market Trends, Frowns Upon Creditors Responding Directly to Verification Requests

The college admissions scandal isn’t just about rich, entitled people

District Court: 1099-C Language May State Claim for FDCPA Violation

Staffing shortage at Education Department’s loan default units frustrates struggling borrowers

CFPB’s Kraninger reverses Mulvaney changes to advisory board

Ex-CFPB Chief Cordray Attacks Trump Administration For Retreating On Consumer Financial Protection

Many consumers cite medical expenses as drivers of bankruptcy

President Donald J. Trump is Improving Transparency and Promoting Free Speech in Higher Education

DON’T MISS NACBA’S UPCOMING WEBINARS!

Ditech Chapter 11 Filing: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly, and the Really Ugly
Date: March 28, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: FREE for NACBA Members / $45 Non Member
Presenters: Tara Twomey, Esq., O. Max Gardner, Esq. and James Haller Esq.
Register HERE

Why You Should Attend:

Any consumer lawyer with any type of claim or issue involving mortgage servicing by Ditech or any Ditech Entities must learn the new signs along the Chapter 11 highway. This webinar is geared to attorneys of all levels who file bankruptcy and mortgage servicing cases.

What You Will Learn:

When and where Ditech filed Chapter 11, and what entities were included in filing
How to address automatic stay and claims against Ditech
What is allowed and not allowed regarding partial relief from stay
Who must file proof of claim, where these claims should be filed, and the bar date for filing
Whether you can object to Proof of Claim by Ditech in your bankruptcy case
Whether Ditech can foreclose post-filing of the Chapter 11 and file a Motion for Relief from stay post filing
Whether you can send requests for information (RFIs) and notices of error (NOEs) NOEs to Ditech under RESPA and Reg X, file counter-claims, complaints, or adversary proceedings re Ditech, and claim right of set-off or recoupment in client’s Proof of Claim

Expand Your Practice with Chapter 12: A Chapter 12 Primer
Date: April 4, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Presenters: Rebecca R. Garcia Esq., Chapter 13 Trustee (WI), Jan M. Sensenich Esq., Chapter 13 Trustee (VT) and James Haller Esq.
Register HERE

Chapter 12 is a powerful tool to assist debtors who qualify as farmers or fishermen. There has been an increase in chapter 12 cases filed across the country and there is a need for experienced debtors’ counsel to represent them. However many consumer attorneys are uncomfortable with chapter 12 cases because they are not aware of the different requirements and deadlines. This panel will bring you up to speed and give a primer on chapter 12 practice.

Why You Should Attend: You need to make more money and expanding your practice to include chapter 12 cases is a great opportunity.

Practice Pitfall Jeopardy: Practice Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Date: April 18, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Presenters: Mary Beth Ausbrooks Esq., Jenny Doling Esq., Gene Melchionne & James Haller, Esq.
Register HERE

Don’t have a blooper reel for this year’s cases. This session will review common bloopers and how to avoid them in a game show format. Join our contestants who will be answering jeopardy type questions to win big prizes.

Why You Should Attend: Enjoy an actually fun way to learn how to deal with problem situations. Who will win the big candy bar?

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS TODAY FOR #NACBATheLand!

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 3/19

This Tuesday’s consumer and bankruptcy news is…

Trump administration cites student loans, decreasing birthrates as major economic risks

CFPB and NYAG File Opening Briefs with Second Circuit in RD Legal Funding Case

CFPB Seeks to Enforce CID Against Law Firm

Fifth Circuit hears oral argument in All American Check Cashing

What Is in a Name? The Third Circuit Holds That Debt Buyers Can Be Debt Collectors under the FDCPA

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3002.1 A Mortgage Odyssey Workshop
Date: Thursday, March 21 AND Friday March 22, 2019
Time: 3:00 PM EST to 6:00 PM EST – BOTH DAYS
Cost: $99 Member / $149 Non Member
Presenters: Marc Dann, Esq., John Rao, Esq., Tara Twomey, Esq. & James Haller, Esq.
Register HERE

The Panel will discuss:

1) Introduction to 3002.1
a. Requirements for lenders
b. Forms that must be used
c. Information that must be disclosed
d. Changes to 3002.1 effective December 1, 2018

2) Use of 3002.1 in bankruptcy court to challenge fees and payment changes
a. Example cases and briefs
b. Results for clients and
c. Attorneys fees for debtor’s counsel

3) Use of 3002.1 along with other rules (e.g. Reg X) to bring suits against mortgage companies outside of bankruptcy court.
a. FDCPA
b. FCRA
c. TILA
d. RESPA

Why You Should Attend: You want to earn additional attorneys fees reviewing all of those mortgage payment changes. Join our panel to find out how.

Why You Should Attend: You need to make more money and expanding your practice to include chapter 12 cases is a great opportunity.

Why You Should Attend: Enjoy an actually fun way to learn how to deal with problem situations. Who will win the big candy bar?

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU IN CLEVELAND!

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 3/14

Take some time to read today’s consumer and bankruptcy headlines …

Consumer protection wanes under Trump, reports find

CFPB Supervisory Highlights looks at auto loan ancillary product refunds

Three Lessons for Debt Collectors from the CFPB’s Latest Supervisory Highlights: Amount Owed Accuracy, Disclosures, And Payment Dates

Fifth Circuit Judges Question CFPB Constitutional Worries

Passive Debt Buyers Beware: Third Circuit Broadens FDCPA Liability Under the ‘Principal Purpose’ Definition

Millennials are so buried in debt they can’t buy into American Dream of owning a home

Second Circuit Opinion Repeats Its Prior Ruling on Interest Disclosures Because of Continued Litigation on Already-Decided Issues

First Amendment Day At The Ninth Circuit: Court Hears Constitutional Challenge To The TCPA

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The Panel will discuss:

1) Introduction to 3002.1
a. Requirements for lenders
b. Forms that must be used
c. Information that must be disclosed
d. Changes to 3002.1 effective December 1, 2018

2) Use of 3002.1 in bankruptcy court to challenge fees and payment changes
a. Example cases and briefs
b. Results for clients and
c. Attorneys fees for debtor’s counsel

3) Use of 3002.1 along with other rules (e.g. Reg X) to bring suits against mortgage companies outside of bankruptcy court.
a. FDCPA
b. FCRA
c. TILA
d. RESPA

Why You Should Attend: You want to earn additional attorneys fees reviewing all of those mortgage payment changes. Join our panel to find out how.

Why You Should Attend: You need to make more money and expanding your practice to include chapter 12 cases is a great opportunity.

Why You Should Attend: Enjoy an actually fun way to learn how to deal with problem situations. Who will win the big candy bar?

Emerging Bankruptcy Technologies to Assist your Bankruptcy Practice
Date: June 6, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Presenters: Rachel Foley Esq., Reed Almand, Esq. & James Haller Esq.
Register HERE

Busy bankruptcy attorneys are bombarded with technology choices – all promising great rewards but many coming at great expense. Learn about different technologies that can make your practice more efficient in time and cost.

Why You Should Attend: What faster way is there to improve your bottom line than being more efficient while increasing accuracy!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs- 3/13

Dive into today’s midweek news briefs…

11th Circuit Affirms that a Final Discharge Order Moots Creditor’s Appeal of Dismissed Dischargeability Complaint

Trump’s Budget Proposal Could Increase College Student Debt, Raise Costs

How to take action on a debt you do not owe

Trump wants colleges to have ‘skin’ in student loan debt game

Here’s The Real Difference Between Good Debt And Bad Debt

Trio of New York Bills Would Extinguish Debt, Require Licensing and Impose Additional Requirements in Collection Litigation

Kraninger Testimony Before Senate Banking Committee Focuses on Data Privacy, CFPB Structure, Student Loans, Military Lending Act, and Payday Lending Rule

Student Loans Change Lives

Imposter Scams Top FTC’s List of 2018 Consumer Complaints

2nd Circuit rules for N.Y. debt collector in lawsuit over disclosures

Democrats attack Trump’s CFPB director for reopening payday lending rule

Lawmakers blast Wells Fargo chief over response to scandals

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The Panel will discuss:

1) Introduction to 3002.1
a. Requirements for lenders
b. Forms that must be used
c. Information that must be disclosed
d. Changes to 3002.1 effective December 1, 2018

2) Use of 3002.1 in bankruptcy court to challenge fees and payment changes
a. Example cases and briefs
b. Results for clients and
c. Attorneys fees for debtor’s counsel

3) Use of 3002.1 along with other rules (e.g. Reg X) to bring suits against mortgage companies outside of bankruptcy court.
a. FDCPA
b. FCRA
c. TILA
d. RESPA

Why You Should Attend: You want to earn additional attorneys fees reviewing all of those mortgage payment changes. Join our panel to find out how.

Why You Should Attend: You need to make more money and expanding your practice to include chapter 12 cases is a great opportunity.

Why You Should Attend: Enjoy an actually fun way to learn how to deal with problem situations. Who will win the big candy bar?

Why You Should Attend: What faster way is there to improve your bottom line than being more efficient while increasing accuracy!

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 3/08

Start your weekend early with the following news briefs…

Bankruptcy Court Approves Higher Hourly Rate for Attorney Who Attended CLE

Kansas Bankruptcy Court Denies Motion to Extend Deadline to Object to Discharge When Debtor Has Been Cooperative, Courts in the 10th Circuit Must Strictly Enforce the Discharge Objections Deadline.

Move To Pull Consumer Protection Rule Heightens Debate Over Payday Lending

Consumer watchdog agency and its leadership under scrutiny

Lawmakers zero in on student loan oversight at CFPB

Lawmakers Propose Bill to Help Disabled Veterans Who Seek Bankruptcy

U.S. Consumer Debt Rose in January on Credit-Card Borrowing

U.S. Household Wealth Slumped in Fourth Quarter While Stocks Fell

How Student Loans Affect Your Credit

Durbin reintroduces bill to end student loan debt crisis

46% of Millennial Borrowers Don’t Want Their Kids to Have Student Loans: Survey

REGISTER FOR NACBA’S UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS!

The Panel will discuss:

1) Introduction to 3002.1
a. Requirements for lenders
b. Forms that must be used
c. Information that must be disclosed
d. Changes to 3002.1 effective December 1, 2018

2) Use of 3002.1 in bankruptcy court to challenge fees and payment changes
a. Example cases and briefs
b. Results for clients and
c. Attorneys fees for debtor’s counsel

3) Use of 3002.1 along with other rules (e.g. Reg X) to bring suits against mortgage companies outside of bankruptcy court.
a. FDCPA
b. FCRA
c. TILA
d. RESPA

Why You Should Attend: You want to earn additional attorneys fees reviewing all of those mortgage payment changes. Join our panel to find out how.

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 3/06

Today’s consumer an bankruptcy headlines are…

6th Circuit BAP Holds Creditors Have a Duty to Act to Stop Civil Contempt Proceedings

The Third Circuit Takes a More Expansive Approach to What Constitutes a Debt Collector under the FDCPA

State 529 Consortium Launches Education Assault On Student Debt

What’s behind the surge in personal loan debt?

Dems urge CFPB to reinstate military lending exams

VA loans skyrocket in popularity for first-time homebuyers

Congress Considering HANGUP Act One Last Time

Chapter 6 Begins in ED Default Collection Saga; First PCA Files Pre-Award Complaint

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Chapter 13 Attorney Fees
Date: March 7, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Presenters: Edward Bolts Esq. & James Haller, Esq.
Register HERE

How to get paid prior to secured creditors and for work performed at the end of the case.

Why You Should Attend: You want to get paid for work done during the case in a timely manner and a fair amount.

The Panel will discuss:

1) Introduction to 3002.1
a. Requirements for lenders
b. Forms that must be used
c. Information that must be disclosed
d. Changes to 3002.1 effective December 1, 2018

2) Use of 3002.1 in bankruptcy court to challenge fees and payment changes
a. Example cases and briefs
b. Results for clients and
c. Attorneys fees for debtor’s counsel

3) Use of 3002.1 along with other rules (e.g. Reg X) to bring suits against mortgage companies outside of bankruptcy court.
a. FDCPA
b. FCRA
c. TILA
d. RESPA

Why You Should Attend: You want to earn additional attorneys fees reviewing all of those mortgage payment changes. Join our panel to find out how.

Why You Should Attend: Enjoy an actually fun way to learn how to deal with problem situations. Who will win the big candy bar?

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 3/05

We kick off March’s bankruptcy briefs with the following…

CFPB Issues Report On Servicemember First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Loans

Parties File Status Report in Trade Group Lawsuit Challenging CFPB Payday Loan Rule

CFPB Publishes Report on Elder Abuse Based on Newly Available SARs Data

House Financial Services Committee to Hold Review Hearing of CFPB, Kraninger Included as Witness

Arbitration Back in the Limelight: Bill Introduced to Limit Arbitration for Consumers

Taxpayer Advocate Report To Congress: 20 Most Serious Problems Facing Taxpayers

CFPB plans to issue rules on PACE loans

Congressional Review Act rises again!

U.S. Credit Card Debt Closed 2018 at a Record $870 Billion

New Bill By Rubio, Warren Would Stop States From Suspending Job Licenses Over Unpaid Student Loans

Student debt: Defining issue of a generation?

U.S. Supreme Court Considers Proper State To Tax Trusts

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Chapter 13 Attorney Fees
Date: March 7, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Presenters: Edward Bolts Esq. & James Haller, Esq.
Register HERE

How to get paid prior to secured creditors and for work performed at the end of the case.

Why You Should Attend: You want to get paid for work done during the case in a timely manner and a fair amount.

The Panel will discuss:

1) Introduction to 3002.1
a. Requirements for lenders
b. Forms that must be used
c. Information that must be disclosed
d. Changes to 3002.1 effective December 1, 2018

2) Use of 3002.1 in bankruptcy court to challenge fees and payment changes
a. Example cases and briefs
b. Results for clients and
c. Attorneys fees for debtor’s counsel

3) Use of 3002.1 along with other rules (e.g. Reg X) to bring suits against mortgage companies outside of bankruptcy court.
a. FDCPA
b. FCRA
c. TILA
d. RESPA

Why You Should Attend: You want to earn additional attorneys fees reviewing all of those mortgage payment changes. Join our panel to find out how.

Why You Should Attend: Enjoy an actually fun way to learn how to deal with problem situations. Who will win the big candy bar?

JOIN NACBA IN CLEVELAND! #NACBATheLand

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 2/27

The bankruptcy & consumer news briefs for today include…

9th Circuit Rules on Whether Chapter 20s Are Per Se Bad Faith Filings and Whether An Obvious Intended Lien Avoidance Action Affects Eligibility Under 11 U.S.C. § 109

7th Circuit Clarifies Issues Regarding The “Finality” of Lower Court Orders on Appeal

7 Best Personal Finance Tips For 2019

Can the FDCPA’s One-Year Statute of Limitations Be Expanded under the “Discovery Rule”? Supreme Court Will Decide

With Student Loan Debt At $1.5 Trillion, Some Are Looking For Career Paths That Avoid College

Saving For Retirement In Your 20s: The Effect Of Student Loans

Public-interest lawyers who sued over student-loan forgiveness are one step closer

Three Major Points from Rep. Maxine Waters’ Letter to CFPB Employees

House Financial Services Committee Announces March 7 Hearing on CFPB

Credit-Reporting Companies Told Their System Is ‘Broken’

CFPB Asks Manhattan US Judge to Compel Law Firm’s Response in Probe of Debt Collection Firm

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Chapter 13 Attorney Fees
Date: March 7, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Presenters: Edward Bolts Esq. & James Haller, Esq.
Register HERE

How to get paid prior to secured creditors and for work performed at the end of the case.

Why You Should Attend: You want to get paid for work done during the case in a timely manner and a fair amount.

The Panel will discuss:

1) Introduction to 3002.1
a. Requirements for lenders
b. Forms that must be used
c. Information that must be disclosed
d. Changes to 3002.1 effective December 1, 2018

2) Use of 3002.1 in bankruptcy court to challenge fees and payment changes
a. Example cases and briefs
b. Results for clients and
c. Attorneys fees for debtor’s counsel

3) Use of 3002.1 along with other rules (e.g. Reg X) to bring suits against mortgage companies outside of bankruptcy court.
a. FDCPA
b. FCRA
c. TILA
d. RESPA

Why You Should Attend: You want to earn additional attorneys fees reviewing all of those mortgage payment changes. Join our panel to find out how.

Why You Should Attend: Enjoy an actually fun way to learn how to deal with problem situations. Who will win the big candy bar?

JOIN US IN CLEVELAND!

Find out more about #NACBATheLand & Register today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 2/21

The weekend is so close. Until then, check out the following…

Bankruptcy Court Addresses Eligibility, Non-formal Notice of Bankruptcy and a Creditor’s Affirmative Duty to Correct Technical Violations of the Automatic Stay

Second Circuit Upholds Personal Liability of Individual Owner for Payday Debt Collection Companies’ FTCA and FDCPA Violations

Appropriations Bill Ending Shutdown Includes Provision on CFPB Funding Requests

Where the 2020 candidates stand on student debt and college affordability

States, consumer groups blast CFPB’s fintech protections

What the Credit CARD Act of 2009 Means for You

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Circuit Case Law Update
Date: February 21, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: Free for NACBA Members / $75 Non Member
Presenters: Jim Molleur, David Shaev, Trish Meyer, Koury Hicks, Behrooz Vida, Brian Flick, David Yen, Wendell Sherk, Stanley Zlotoff, Jill Michaux and Nathan Juster.

Join us for a discussion of the most interesting recent cases from each federal circuit led by the NACBA Circuit Leader for each circuit. Stay on top of the most interesting cases from across the country.

Chapter 13 Attorney Fees
Date: March 7, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Presenters: Edward Bolts Esq. & James Haller, Esq.
Register HERE

How to get paid prior to secured creditors and for work performed at the end of the case.

Why You Should Attend: You want to get paid for work done during the case in a timely manner and a fair amount.

The Panel will discuss:

1) Introduction to 3002.1
a. Requirements for lenders
b. Forms that must be used
c. Information that must be disclosed
d. Changes to 3002.1 effective December 1, 2018

2) Use of 3002.1 in bankruptcy court to challenge fees and payment changes
a. Example cases and briefs
b. Results for clients and
c. Attorneys fees for debtor’s counsel

3) Use of 3002.1 along with other rules (e.g. Reg X) to bring suits against mortgage companies outside of bankruptcy court.
a. FDCPA
b. FCRA
c. TILA
d. RESPA

Why You Should Attend: You want to earn additional attorneys fees reviewing all of those mortgage payment changes. Join our panel to find out how.