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Bankruptcy News Briefs- 7/20

Friday is here! Let’s end this week with the following headlines…

Trump lays into the Federal Reserve, says he’s ‘not thrilled’ about interest rate hikes

Trump CFPB nominee grilled by Senate Democrats

CFPB Nominee Promises Pro-Business Approach at Senate Hearing

CFPB reportedly probing Wells Fargo over add-on products

Opinion Why independent mortgage banks need CFPB reg relief

Does the Fifth Circuit’s decision finding the FHFA is unconstitutionally structured presage a similar fate for the CFPB?

1 in 3 parents will help their kids pay off student loans

9 Common Student Loan Myths That Can Cost Borrowers Big Time

Student Debt Gets the Game-Show Treatment. Who Wins?

Democrats Want IRS to Clarify Student Debt Relief Won’t Be Taxed

I took out student loans and it was the best decision I made — here’s why

The Cloud Is Transforming Higher Education

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Review of Ethical issues when Using, or Acting as, Coverage Counsel
in Bankruptcy Court and 341 Meetings.
Date: July 26, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Derek Lofland, Esq.

Register HERE

Have you ever used coverage (or appearance) counsel to represent your clients? Have you ever stepped in to help a colleague who can’t attend Court? Mr. Lofland routinely appears as coverage counsel in hundreds of cases and has spoken about this issue in April 2017 for the Chicago Bar Association. He will outline and discuss the legal and ethical requirements for appearance counsel.

Introduction to Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Practice for Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Date: August 23, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Dan Press, Esq.

Register HERE

Have you been referring your Chapter 11 cases to outside counsel? Are you curious about the similarities and whether you can file these cases? Dan Press, a leading author and practitioner in individual chapter 11 cases, will present an introduction to chapter 11 practice involving consumer debtors. He will discuss when this chapter is useful, the similarities and differences to chapter 13 practice, and how to conduct a chapter 11 practice.

How to Value Assets in Bankruptcy
Date: September 27, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Gene Melchionne, Esq. & Jim Haller, Esq.

Register HERE

What are the fastest least expensive methods to get accurate values for your client’s assets? Gene and Jim will discuss time tested methods to determine values on real estate, vehicles, and other property. Join us to learn how to save time and money while increasing the accuracy of your information.

#NACBATheLand IS HAPPENING MAY 16-19, 2019!

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 7/19

The weekend is so close. Until then, check out these Bankruptcy News Briefs…

Lawmaker Questions U.S. Trustee Over McKinsey’s Conflict Disclosures

Here’s How To Buy A House When You Have Student Loan Debt

Consumer credit defaults continue to fall says report

New Bankruptcy Rules Proposed for Student Debtors

Debt Collector Exits FDCPA Suit Over Dispute Notice

Woman wins $33,000 to pay off her student loan debt!

Taxpayers Didn’t Contract Those Student-Loan Debts

How student loans are making some people abandon their dreams 

The Case Against Student Loans: Why Weak Students Should Pay More | Opinion

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Review of Ethical issues when Using, or Acting as, Coverage Counsel
in Bankruptcy Court and 341 Meetings.
Date: July 26, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Derek Lofland, Esq.

Register HERE

Have you ever used coverage (or appearance) counsel to represent your clients? Have you ever stepped in to help a colleague who can’t attend Court? Mr. Lofland routinely appears as coverage counsel in hundreds of cases and has spoken about this issue in April 2017 for the Chicago Bar Association. He will outline and discuss the legal and ethical requirements for appearance counsel.

Introduction to Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Practice for Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Date: August 23, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Dan Press, Esq.

Register HERE

Have you been referring your Chapter 11 cases to outside counsel? Are you curious about the similarities and whether you can file these cases? Dan Press, a leading author and practitioner in individual chapter 11 cases, will present an introduction to chapter 11 practice involving consumer debtors. He will discuss when this chapter is useful, the similarities and differences to chapter 13 practice, and how to conduct a chapter 11 practice.

How to Value Assets in Bankruptcy
Date: September 27, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Gene Melchionne, Esq. & Jim Haller, Esq.

Register HERE

What are the fastest least expensive methods to get accurate values for your client’s assets? Gene and Jim will discuss time tested methods to determine values on real estate, vehicles, and other property. Join us to learn how to save time and money while increasing the accuracy of your information.

ONLY 2 WEEKS LEFT TO REGISTER FOR NACBA’S VIRTUAL WORKSHOP!

Don’t miss this opportunity to earn CLE credits right from your desk!

Part 1: Thursday, August 2, 2018, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM EASTERN
Part 2: Friday, August 3, 2018, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM EASTERN

If you cannot participate on either Thursday August 2 and or Friday August 3, the workshop will be recorded and accessible on demand. However, you MUST register prior to August 2, 2018.

Register HERE

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 7/17

There are major headlines around the world, but here are today’s Bankruptcy News Briefs…

Parents Owe More in Student Loans Than Their Kids

LendingTree Acquires Student Loan Hero for $60 Million

Government to Blame for Student Debt Crisis in U.S.

The CFPB Settles With National Credit Adjusters

Senate Dems urge Mulvaney to reassemble CFPB advisory board

CFPB And The Issue Of Its Legitimacy

CFPB Enters into Consent Order with Debt Buyer and its Former CEO and Owner

BCFP Continues Lawsuit Against Navient with Records Request from Department of Education

Who watches the ‘watchdog?’ It time for accountability for the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection

REGISTER FOR NACBA LIVE WEBINARS!

Review of Ethical issues when Using, or Acting as, Coverage Counsel
in Bankruptcy Court and 341 Meetings.
Date: July 26, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Derek Lofland, Esq.

Register HERE

Have you ever used coverage (or appearance) counsel to represent your clients? Have you ever stepped in to help a colleague who can’t attend Court? Mr. Lofland routinely appears as coverage counsel in hundreds of cases and has spoken about this issue in April 2017 for the Chicago Bar Association. He will outline and discuss the legal and ethical requirements for appearance counsel.

Introduction to Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Practice for Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Date: August 23, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Dan Press, Esq.

Register HERE

Have you been referring your Chapter 11 cases to outside counsel? Are you curious about the similarities and whether you can file these cases? Dan Press, a leading author and practitioner in individual chapter 11 cases, will present an introduction to chapter 11 practice involving consumer debtors. He will discuss when this chapter is useful, the similarities and differences to chapter 13 practice, and how to conduct a chapter 11 practice.

How to Value Assets in Bankruptcy
Date: September 27, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Gene Melchionne, Esq. & Jim Haller, Esq.

Register HERE

What are the fastest least expensive methods to get accurate values for your client’s assets? Gene and Jim will discuss time tested methods to determine values on real estate, vehicles, and other property. Join us to learn how to save time and money while increasing the accuracy of your information.

DON’T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR NACBA’S VIRTUAL WORKSHOP BEFORE 8/02!

Register HERE

This is not your grandfather’s tax and bankruptcy workshop. Join our expert panelists who will discuss new issues, cases and methods to address tax debt. From general discharging taxes in bankruptcy to automatic stays to tax case law and statutory updates to phantom real property gains and cancellation of debt income, this is exactly the type of CLE accredited seminar that can help expand one’s practice considerably! The panelists will present new information impacting your bankruptcy practice and cutting-edge case law not discussed or outlined at previous NACBA conventions or webinars. Establish a niche for yourself as a bankruptcy tax attorney.

Dates & Times

Part 1: Thursday, August 2, 2018, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM EASTERN
Part 2: Friday, August 3, 2018, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM EASTERN

If you cannot participate on either Thursday August 2 and or Friday August 3, the workshop will be recorded and accessible on demand. However, you MUST register prior to August 2, 2018.

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 6/12

Tuesday’s news briefs are…

CFPB changes office logo, affirming name change amid Mulvaney’s crusade to burn it all down

Senior Democrats to Mulvaney: Stop ‘starving’ CFPB of consumer data

New York leads coalition urging consumer board to keep public database of consumer complaints

Payday Groups Defend Joint Request For CFPB Rule Stay

CFPB: Mortgages among top consumer complaints

Can You Get a Personal Loan After Bankruptcy?

The Slippery Relationship Between Bankruptcy And Medical Debt

Check out the Spring 2018 Consumer Bankruptcy Journal!

Don’t miss this issue which includes:

-“IRS Shake Up Happening in Bankruptcy Court”

-“Be Wary of Private Debt Collectors”

-“Brunner Test Does Not Require that Debtor Take Advantage of IBR”

-“NACBA Board of Directors 2018 Election Results”

REGISTER FOR NACBA’s LIVE WEBINARS!

Finding Diamonds in Your Bankruptcy Cases, Make More with Your Existing Clients
Date: June 22, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern / 12:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: James Haller, Esq., Marc Dann, Esq., & Ahmad Sulaiman, Esq.

Register HERE

Would you like to increase your income in your bankruptcy cases while providing extra services to protect your clients? Our panelists will discuss a checklist of factual scenarios that may result in additional lawsuits against creditors or debt collectors. They will review what to look for in FDCPA, TCPA and FCRA cases and the statute of limitations. They will give guidance on how to prosecute or refer claims. Finally they will discuss when it is best to review cases for these possible lawsuits (pre vs post-petition vs post discharge). Join us and learn how to recognize these claims.

Stump the Chumps
Date: June 29, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern / 12:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: FREE Members / $25 Non-NACBA
Presenters: James Haller, Esq., Daniel Press, Esq., & Summer Shaw, Esq.

Register HERE

Join our popular quarterly program where you get to ask your bankruptcy law questions to our panel of experts. We will start with questions unanswered from our last session (see below) and take your questions. See if you can stump our chumps..

Review of Ethical issues when Using, or Acting as, Coverage Counsel
in Bankruptcy Court and 341 Meetings.
Date: July 26, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Derek Lofland, Esq.

Register HERE

Have you ever used coverage (or appearance) counsel to represent your clients? Have you ever stepped in to help a colleague who can’t attend Court? Mr. Lofland routinely appears as coverage counsel in hundreds of cases and has spoken about this issue in April 2017 for the Chicago Bar Association. He will outline and discuss the legal and ethical requirements for appearance counsel.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR NACBA’S TAXES IN BANKRUPTCY 2018

Don’t miss this great opportunity to earn CLE credits!

Day 1: Thursday, August 2, 2018 3:00PM to 6:00PM EST

Day 2: Friday, August 3, 2018 3:00PM to 6:00PM EST

Register today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 5/31

We end this May with the following headlines …

Big Banks to Get a Break From Limits on Risky Trading

CFPB May Dismantle the Consumer Complaint Database

Congress Tosses (Another) CFPB Rule While Constitutionality Battle Continues

Retire Well: The Most Important Thing Boomers Need To Know About Credit Card Debt

Why the dentist with $1 million in student debt spells trouble for federal loan programs

Federal Judge Gives Temporary Reprieve to Former Corinthian Students

Socializing higher education is not a viable solution to the student debt crisis

THE SPRING 2018 CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL HAS ARRIVED!

Don’t miss this issue which includes:

-“IRS Shake Up Happening in Bankruptcy Court”

-“Be Wary of Private Debt Collectors”

-“Brunner Test Does Not Require that Debtor Take Advantage of IBR”

-“NACBA Board of Directors 2018 Election Results”

REGISTER FOR NACBA’S JULY LIVE WEBINAR!

Review of Ethical issues when Using, or Acting as, Coverage Counsel
in Bankruptcy Court and 341 Meetings.
Date: July 26, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Derek Lofland, Esq.

Register HERE

Have you ever used coverage (or appearance) counsel to represent your clients? Have you ever stepped in to help a colleague who can’t attend Court? Mr. Lofland routinely appears as coverage counsel in hundreds of cases and has spoken about this issue in April 2017 for the Chicago Bar Association. He will outline and discuss the legal and ethical requirements for appearance counsel.

SAVE THE DATES #NACBATheLand

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 5/9

Wednesday’s headlines include…

College loan debt has risks for students and taxpayers alike

Student debt just hit $1.5 trillion

House votes to kill CFPB auto-lending guidelines

Republicans Find a New Way to Target Obama’s Rulemaking Legacy

Department of Education Cancels Two Debt Collection Contracts

Mick Mulvaney does not want you to see complaints against banks that bankrolled his campaigns, report says

U.S. House overturns rule meant to curb car loan bias

UPCOMING LIVE NACBA WEBINARS

Improve Your Bottom Line with Fillable PDFs.
Tips, Tricks & Little Known Tools in Using Acrobat Efficiently
Date: May 24, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern / 12:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: No Cost – Member Benefit Webinar
Presenters: Rachel Foley, Esq. & John Colwell, Esq.

Register HERE

Fillable PDFs can dramatically improve your bottom line by decreasing the turnaround time to receive information from your client while improving the accuracy of that information. Fillable PDFs are fast and easy to use, reduce/eliminate costly errors, provide 100% legible text, increase workflow and productivity, and are easy to update and archive. Learn from our experts how to create fillable PDFs to improve your bankruptcy practice!

Review of Ethical issues when Using, or Acting as, Coverage Counsel
in Bankruptcy Court and 341 Meetings.
Date: July 26, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern / 1:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: $25 Members / $75 Non-NACBA
Presenters: Derek Lofland, Esq.

Register HERE

Have you ever used coverage (or appearance) counsel to represent your clients? Have you ever stepped in to help a colleague who can’t attend Court? Mr. Lofland routinely appears as coverage counsel in hundreds of cases and has spoken about this issue in April 2017 for the Chicago Bar Association. He will outline and discuss the legal and ethical requirements for appearance counsel.

Circuit Case Law Update
Date: ON DEMAND
Time: ON DEMAND
Cost: Free for NACBA Members
Presenters: Jim Molleur, David Shaev, Trish Meyer, Koury Hicks, Behrooz Vida, Brian Flick, David Yen, Wendell Sherk, Stanley Zlotoff, Jill Michaux and Nathan Juster.

Register HERE

NACBA’s Summit at Sea – Members Only
November 29 – December 3, 2018

Register today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 4/25

Today’s Midweek Briefs read…

Invitation for Comment to Restyle the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure

Consumer watchdog becomes alphabet soup of controversy

Mulvaney, Watchdog Bureau’s Leader, Advises Bankers on Ways to Curtail Agency

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau fines Wells Fargo $1 billion

House Introduces Bill To Increase CFPB Guidance Transparency

ABA Urges CFPB to Consider Cost, Burden of Civil Investigative Demands

Eighth Circuit Joins Five Other Circuits in Applying a Materiality Requirement to FDCPA Claims

CFPB Considers Ending Public Access to Complaints About Banks

Register for NACBA’s Webinars!

UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS

Improve Your Bottom Line with Fillable PDFs.
Tips, Tricks & Little Known Tools in Using Acrobat Efficiently
Date: May 24, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern / 12:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: No Cost – Member Benefit Webinar
Presenters: Rachel Foley, Esq. & John Colwell, Esq.

Register HERE

Fillable PDFs can dramatically improve your bottom line by decreasing the turnaround time to receive information from your client while improving the accuracy of that information. Fillable PDFs are fast and easy to use, reduce/eliminate costly errors, provide 100% legible text, increase workflow and productivity, and are easy to update and archive. Learn from our experts how to create fillable PDFs to improve your bankruptcy practice!

Don’t forget to login to your PlaybackNACBA account to retrieve recorded sessions from #NACBADEN

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 4/9

Starting off this week with a few headlines…

Class-action lawsuit against student loan giant brings hope to borrowers in bankruptcy

Op-ed: Don’t Let the G.O.P. Dismantle Obama’s Student Loan Reforms

Government scrutiny of state student loan regulations are unlikely to help borrowers, experts say

Economic Impact: What occupations should have the smallest student loan default rate?

The Debt Dilemma

Reform, add oversight to consumer bureau

Wells Fargo Looks Further Under the Hood at Auto-Lending Issues

Op-ed: Judd Gregg: The GOP abandons fiscal responsibility

Register for NACBA’s Webinars!

UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS

Improve Your Bottom Line with Fillable PDFs.
Tips, Tricks & Little Known Tools in Using Acrobat Efficiently
Date: May 24, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern / 12:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: No Cost – Member Benefit Webinar
Presenters: Rachel Foley, Esq. & John Colwell, Esq.

Register HERE

Fillable PDFs can dramatically improve your bottom line by decreasing the turnaround time to receive information from your client while improving the accuracy of that information. Fillable PDFs are fast and easy to use, reduce/eliminate costly errors, provide 100% legible text, increase workflow and productivity, and are easy to update and archive. Learn from our experts how to create fillable PDFs to improve your bankruptcy practice!

Circuit Case Law Update
Date: ON DEMAND
Time: ON DEMAND
Cost: Free for NACBA Members
Presenters: Jim Molleur, David Shaev, Trish Meyer, Koury Hicks, Behrooz Vida, Brian Flick, David Yen, Wendell Sherk, Stanley Zlotoff, Jill Michaux and Nathan Juster.

Register HERE

11 Days until the start of #NACBADEN!

Don’t forget to download the CONVENTION APP and sign up to attend NACBA’s first ever Circuit Caselaw Breakout Sessions! NACBA’s convention will offer a separate breakout session to review the latest key caselaw developments in each Circuit.

Sign up today to participate in your Circuit Breakout Session. Your circuit leader has prepared an informative review of recent case law, and will lead a discussion of these important cases.

Have not yet registered for NACBADEN? There’s still time! Register directly online now.

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Bankruptcy News Briefs- 4/4

Take a look at the midweek news briefs below…

America’s debt load is reaching a tipping point

What Happens if You Don’t Pay a Debt?

Why Consumer Spending Growth Is Slowing

Rising Rates Sound Alarm for Debt-Laden U.S. Consumers

Here’s Why Student Loan Debt Is So High – and What It’s Doing to the Economy

Sen. Merkley Announces Debt-Free College Act

Poll: Majority of millennials are in debt, hitting pause on major life events

Second Circuit Confirms Interest Disclaimer Not Required on Collection Notices Not Accruing Interest

Ninth Circuit Rules That Bankruptcy Filing Does Not Affect District Court’s In Rem Jurisdiction Over Vessel and Adopts Burden-Shifting Approach to Pretrial Awards of Maintenance Payments

Lawmakers support payday lending rule

Don’t miss NACBA’s first ever Circuit Caselaw Breakout Sessions!

We are looking forward to NACBA’s 26th Annual Convention in Denver.   NACBA is excited to bring to you for the first time Circuit Caselaw Breakout Sessions!  NACBA’s convention will offer a separate breakout session to review the latest key caselaw developments in each Circuit.

Sign up today to participate in your Circuit Breakout Session. Your circuit leader has prepared an informative review of recent case law, and will lead a discussion of these important cases.

Have not yet registered for NACBADEN? There’s still time! Register directly online now.

Register for NACBA’s Webinars!

UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS

Improve Your Bottom Line with Fillable PDFs.
Tips, Tricks & Little Known Tools in Using Acrobat Efficiently
Date: May 24, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern / 12:00 PM Pacific (60 Minutes)
Cost: No Cost – Member Benefit Webinar
Presenters: Rachel Foley, Esq. & John Colwell, Esq.

Register HERE

Fillable PDFs can dramatically improve your bottom line by decreasing the turnaround time to receive information from your client while improving the accuracy of that information. Fillable PDFs are fast and easy to use, reduce/eliminate costly errors, provide 100% legible text, increase workflow and productivity, and are easy to update and archive. Learn from our experts how to create fillable PDFs to improve your bankruptcy practice!

Circuit Case Law Update
Date: ON DEMAND
Time: ON DEMAND
Cost: Free for NACBA Members
Presenters: Jim Molleur, David Shaev, Trish Meyer, Koury Hicks, Behrooz Vida, Brian Flick, David Yen, Wendell Sherk, Stanley Zlotoff, Jill Michaux and Nathan Juster.

Register HERE