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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.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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?

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Bankruptcy News Briefs- 2/13

Check out the following news briefs…

Bankruptcy Court Highlights Broader Discharge Provisions in Chapter 13 and Finds that Converting a Case from 7 to 13 to Utilize the Broader Discharge is Not Bad Faith.

Economics Review: The Impact of Student Debt on High Value Entrepreneurship and Venture Success: Evidence from No-Loans Financial Aid Policies

Economics Review: Behavioral Effects of Student Loan Repayment Plan Options on Borrowers’ Career Decisions: Theory and Experimental Evidence

E.D.N.C- U.S. v. Boykin: Vacatur of Lower Court Order as Moot: ACA Claim as Penalty or Tax

Compliance With FCRA’s Requirement To Investigate A Dispute Within 30 Days Does Not Satisfy The FDCPA’s Requirement To Promptly Report A Disputed Debt

America’s Debt Debacle: Why are so many consumers behind on their auto loans?

Protect Retirement Funds From IRS, Taxpayer Advocate Implores

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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.

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 1/25

It’s Friday! Close out your work week with these news briefs…

Bankruptcy Court defines Surrender Citing Roberto Duran, George Custer and Napoleon

CFPB’s No. 3 to depart, join New York AG

One study, two vastly different visions for CFPB payday rules

CFPB Releases Assessment Reports Analyzing the Ability to Repay and RESPA Servicing Rules

Why does the bankruptcy code discriminate against disabled veterans?

Small Business Bill Aims To Streamline Bankruptcy Filings

5 House freshmen to watch on housing issues

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Real Life and Real Mods After HAMP
Date: February 7, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Presenters: O. Max Gardner III Esq., James Haller, Esq. & Bobby Riveria.
Register HERE

This webinar will cover:

The role of the following parties in the 2019 Mod World:
The GSE (Fannie, Freddie and Ginnie)
The Private Label Deals
Trustee
Master Servicer
Primary Servicer
Default Servicer
Non-Performing Loans and Hedge Funds
Review of Real SPS Deal
Targets
Waterfalls
Forbearance
Forgiveness
Balloons
Junk Fees
Loan Term
APR

Why You Should Attend: You need to know what options your clients have to modify their mortgages under existing law.

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.

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Bankruptcy News Briefs- 1/24

Today’s bankruptcy and consumer news includes…

Bankruptcy Court Says Call First Before Seeking Attorney’s Fees

Yet Another 1692g “In Writing” Case Denied Dismissal in E.D. Pa.

Non-Judicial Foreclosure and the FDCPA: How the Supreme Court’s Looming Decision in Obduskey v. McCarthy & Holthus LLP Could Affect Law Firms and Collections Agencies Alike

New York Mandates New Consumer Protections for Relatives of Deceased Debtors

National Do Not Call Registry offline until shutdown resolved

This New Student Loan Employment Benefit Is Making Waves

Fed launches new article series; first issue focuses on student loans

DON’T MISS NACBA’S UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS!

This webinar will cover:

The role of the following parties in the 2019 Mod World:
The GSE (Fannie, Freddie and Ginnie)
The Private Label Deals
Trustee
Master Servicer
Primary Servicer
Default Servicer
Non-Performing Loans and Hedge Funds
Review of Real SPS Deal
Targets
Waterfalls
Forbearance
Forgiveness
Balloons
Junk Fees
Loan Term
APR

Why You Should Attend: You need to know what options your clients have to modify their mortgages under existing law.

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.

Bankruptcy News Briefs- 1/18

Before you settle into your weekend plans, read the following articles…

Title Loans Aren’t Valid Deductions on Means Test Says Utah Bankruptcy Court

Elizabeth Warren Wants Wells Fargo to be Expelled From College Campuses

CFPB Defends Its Constitutionality to Ninth Circuit Panel: Will Kraninger Have a Change of Heart?

Congresswoman Maxine Waters Plans to “Undo the Harm Done” to the CFPB

9 Student Loan Tax Tips For 2019

34 Devastating Stories About How People Are Still Crushed By Medical Debt

Waiving or Forfeiting the Right to Arbitrate—Recent Cases Tackle Issue

Lack of Settlement Payment Due Date Raises Issues in E.D. Wisc., “Promptly” is Not Enough

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Our Prayer for the Blessed Resurrected Exemption: Invoking and Asserting Exemptions in Reopened Cases
Date: January 24, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Presenters: Debrah DeMack Esq., Billy Brewer ESQ. & James Haller, Esq.
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The panel will discuss the law, procedures and give advice on how best to represent a client who has an omitted asset and needs to reopen their case. The panel will discuss the possible challenges to claiming exemptions including excusable neglect and share their documents and experience fighting them.

Why You Should Attend: We all have (or will have) clients that call us after a bankruptcy is closed with an omitted asset. We all need to know what the state of the law is and how to best protect your client and the missing asset.

This webinar will cover: