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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/6

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What’s Making News Today?

Debt Relief Operation Agrees to $7.9M Judgment

Experian Breach Is Worse than Bankers May Realize

RGS Financial Receives Mistaken Consumer Complaints About Company with Similar Name

U.S. Consumer Spending Remains Stable During Fall Season

Bankruptcy Filings Through Sept. 30 Decline Compared to Same Period in 2014

Debt Relief Scam Ends With $7.9 Million Judgment to Settle FTC Charges

Student Loan Debt, Homeownership, And Millennials. It’s Complicated.

Two firms, two lawsuits and a twisted tale of consumer debt settlement

11th Circuit Opinion – FDCPA Does Not Apply to Debt Acquirers if Not ‘Debt Collectors

Don’t Miss These Upcoming NACBA Events

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Family Law and Bankruptcy Webinar
Speaker: Ian M. Falcone with The Falcone Law Firm
Wednesday, October 7th 2015,
3:00 pm EST, 12:00 pm PST
$25 NACBA Members
$75 Non-Members
Register Here

Student Loans in Bankruptcy Virtual Fall Workshop
October 22-23rd 2015
12:00 PM Eastern to 3:00 PM Eastern
$199.00 NACBA Members
$349.00 Non-Members
Visit the Workshop Agenda for a complete list of speakers.
REGISTER HERE

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE 24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION 

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Save the date! Join us in San Francisco, CA on May 19-22, 2016 at the Downtown Marriott Marquis for another dynamic NACBA Convention.

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The Consumer Bankruptcy Journal  features timely information, practice management, tech tips and discounted member advertising on a quarterly basis. We keep you up to date on hot topics that are relevant to you and your practice. Look for the Fall Edition coming soon!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 9/24

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Check Out What Headlines are Making News…

Concerns Grow Over Student Loan Repayment Scams

Mortgage Complaints Highlighted in CFPB Report

Consumer Spending Growth Remains Steady

Plan May Vest Surrendered Property in Creditor

Certain Debt Repair Companies Use and Abuse Debt Validation, Collectors Charge

Property Surrender: Surrender Means Surrender – Really

Life After Death for Chapter 7 Corporate Debtors? What Remains After a Corporate Liquidation

Alabama Bankruptcy Court Holds That Filing Proof of Claim for Time-Barred Debt Cannot Give Rise to FDCPA Claim or Sanctions

Debt Relief for Students Snarls Market for Their Loans

 Don’t Miss These Upcoming  NACBA Events! Register Today!

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FAMILY LAW AND BANKRUPTCY
(LIVE) Wednesday, October 7, 2015 – 3:00 pm EST, 12:00 pm PST
$25 NACBA Members
$75 Non-Members
REGISTER HERE

More and more often, bankruptcy cases seem to involve issues of family law.  Join Ian M. Falcone a Senior Attorney with more than 20 years of legal experience with The Falcone Law Firm, P.C. as he addresses:

  • The forms typically used in a divorce case.
  • Basic topics addressed in a divorce case and the impact on a bankruptcy filing.
  • The automatic stay and its exceptions as they apply to family law matters.
  • Dischargeability of common debts in a family law case.
  • The importance of choosing the right bankruptcy chapter.
  • How to determine whether a debt is for support or property division, and preference concerns after a divorce.

Read Ian’s blog at http://falconefirm.blogspot.com

Register for the “Student Loans In Bankruptcy,” Fall Virtual  Workshop

“Welcome & Brief Washington Update” provided by United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)

Student Loans may be one of the most relevant and hottest topics facing consumer bankruptcy lawyers. From evaluating non-bankruptcy options, to litigating undue hardship, to dealing with private student loans, to making use of Chapter 13 relief, and identifying ways to be compensated for your services, this two-day intense virtual workshop will cover it all.

Life is busy so NACBA meets you where your are…wherever that may be because our virtual workshop affords you the convenience to watch in your home, the office or on the go. This is awesome because you won’t want to miss the  “Welcome & Brief Washington Update” provided by United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), along with a host of other prominent speakers.

Register Today!

Here are the details:

Date: October 22-23rd 2015

Time:
12:00 PM Eastern to 3:00 PM Eastern
11:00 AM Central to 2:00 PM Central
10:00 AM Mountain to 1:00 PM Mountain
9:00 AM Pacific to 12:00 PM Pacific

Cost:
$199.00 NACBA Members
$349.00 Non-Members

This is a workshop for the records just read the Agenda. 

The Perks of Being A NACBA Member

When you become a NACBA member you make a personal investment in your professional development. Coupled with that investment you receive a robust benefit package. NACBA is excited to offer new benefits that only add additional value to your membership. Make sure you know your benefits as a NACBA Member visit Membership Benefits today.

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 9/22

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Making Headlines Today…

FTC Returns $1.5M in Bank Account Debit Scam

New York County Forgives Public Health Debt

FTC Ruling Addresses Compliance with Fair Credit Reporting Act Furnisher Rule

Monthly Debt Collection Complaints Decline

CFPB Penalizes Two Largest Debt Buyers

A Debtor May Forfeit Right to a Chapter 7 Discharge By Refusing to Lower Standard Of Living

Federal Student Loan Debt Exceeds $1T; $103 Billion in Default

Collecting $200 Million from the Debt Collectors

BBB Warns About Debt Relief Company

Hillary Clinton’s Explanation for Controversial Bankruptcy Vote? Joe Biden

NACBA Events  Educate!

Mark Your Calendar for the 24th NACBA Annual Convention 

Building off of the success of #NACBACHI NACBA is hosting the 24th Annual Convention in San Francisco on May 19-22, 2016 at the Downtown Marriott Marquis! The 2016 Annual Convention is an experience you won’t want to miss!

Upcoming Webinar

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FAMILY LAW AND BANKRUPTCY
(LIVE) Wednesday, October 7, 2015 – 3:00pm EST, 12:00pm PST
$25 NACBA Members
$75 Non-Members
REGISTER HERE

More and more often, bankruptcy cases seem to involve issues of family law.  Join Ian M. Falcone a Senior Attorney with more than 20 years of legal experience with The Falcone Law Firm, P.C. as he addresses:

  • The forms typically used in a divorce case.
  • Basic topics addressed in a divorce case and the impact on a bankruptcy filing.
  • The automatic stay and its exceptions as they apply to family law matters.
  • Dischargeability of common debts in a family law case.
  • The importance of choosing the right bankruptcy chapter.
  • How to determine whether a debt is for support or property division, and preference concerns after a divorce.

Read Ian’s blog at http://falconefirm.blogspot.com

Register Today!

Member Perks

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  • Want a recap of the 23rd  Annual Convention? Sign up for one of the Playback NACBA packages from the 2015 NACBA Convention in Chicago for access to session recordings.
  • Each NACBA member receives FREE, as part of his/her membership, access to Fastcase’sbankruptcy database. In addition, NACBA members are eligible to purchase Fastcase’s“Premium Plan,” which includes access to a database of opinions of the supreme courts and courts of appeal of all 50 states, at an annual rate of just $195. This is a significant discount from the non-member annual price of $995.
  • In the market for new opportunities? Visit the Career Center  today.

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 8/25

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In Today’s News..

Debt Collectors Help Alert Students to Identity Theft

Southern District of New York Recognizes Bondholders’ Rights Under Section 316(b) of the Trust Indenture Act

Tenth Circuit Confirms That a Single Payment on New Purchase Contract May Satisfy Ordinary Course Defense Under 11 U.S.C. § 547(c)(2)

Student loan debt poses bigger threat than did the “housing bubble”

Third Circuit Holds Debt Collector Bears Burden of Proving FDCPA Exception to Third Party Contact

Government Agencies Object to Corinthian Colleges Liability Releases

CFPB Considers Suing Student Loan Giant Navient For Cheating Borrowers

School-Loan Reckoning: 7 Million Are in Default

Events That Educate!

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Only 1 Day Left to Register!

Don’t miss out on  Registering for the Effective (And Ethical) Online Marketing  For Law Firms  Webinar, Wednesday, August 26, 2015  at 2:00 PM EST/11:00 AM PST. You’ll learn how to establish a comprehensive online presence that will increase your exposure, enhance your credibility and foster referrals while following the Rules of Professional Conduct. It’s Free for NACBA Members!

Join Fred J. Cohen, JD the founder and CEO of Amicus Creative Media  as he provides examples of effective websites, a list of concrete strategies to follow as well as common pitfalls to avoid.

Mark Your Calendars for NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention!

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Did you enjoy NACBA’s Convention in Chicago? Then you won’t want to miss the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, May 19-22, 2016!  Make sure you Save the Date!

The Perks of Being a NACBA Member

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What’s Your NACBA Status?

Stay connected and up to date on the relevant topics through your NACBA Membership. Renew Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 8/24

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It’s  a New Week! What’s Happening?

FTC Halts Business Opportunity Scheme

CFPB Takes Action Over Allegedly Deceptive Credit Enrollment Tactics

Bona Fide Error Defense Shields Debt Collectors From Liability For Mistaken Interpretation Of Statute Of Limitations

Consumer Credit Default Rates Stabilize in July

New Data Shows Popularity of Income-Driven Repayment Plans with Student Loan Borrowers

FDCPA Lawsuits Up Sharply YTD in 2015 vs. 2014

Debtors May Want To Take It All Off, But The Supreme Court Says Junior Liens Can’t Be Stripped

Student loan debt: America’s next big crisis

How the attempt to fix student loans got bogged down by the middlemen

Fact Check: Is Refinancing Student Debt Really Good Policy?

Commentary: Mitch Daniels op-ed: A fix for student loan debt

NACBA’s Events Educate

 

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Only 2 Days Left to Register!

Don’t miss out on  Registering for the Effective (And Ethical) Online Marketing  For Law Firms  Webinar, Wednesday, August 26, 2015  at 2:00 PM EST/11:00 AM PST. You’ll learn how to establish a comprehensive online presence that will increase your exposure, enhance your credibility and foster referrals while following the Rules of Professional Conduct. It’s Free for NACBA Members!

Join Fred J. Cohen, JD the founder and CEO of Amicus Creative Media  as he provides examples of effective websites, a list of concrete strategies to follow as well as common pitfalls to avoid.

Mark Your Calendars for NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention!

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NACBA is gearing up for the next Annual Convention!  Make sure you Save the Date for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, May 19-22, 2016!

More Perks of Being a Member of NACBA

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What’s Your NACBA Status?

Your NACBA Membership is an investment in you! Renew your membership today!

Join  NACBA to take advantage of education opportunities , the ability to network  with your peers and comprehensive benefits!

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 8/18

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Check Out These Headlines…

More Groups Want To Be Part of ACA’s TCPA Lawsuit Against FCC

Trustee’s Valuation of Unresolved Pre-Petition Cause of Action Rejected

CFPB Probes Education Department Loan Contractors Over Potentially Faulty Practices

CFPB Files Amicus Brief in FDCPA case

George Mason University Professors Find Flaws in CFPB Arbitration Study

High Credit Quality Cited in Mortgage Delinquency Decline

New Jersey’s Capital City Hires Collection Agency

Events That Educate

 

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One More Week To Register!

  • Are you struggling to establish a powerful online presence for your law firm?
  • Have a website that looks nice but doesn’t bring in new business for your firm?
  • Not sure what kind of web presence you need since you get all of your business through referrals?

Then Register for the Effective (And Ethical) Online Marketing  For Law Firms  Webinar, Wednesday, August 26, 2015  at 2:00 PM EST/11:00 AM PST. You’ll learn how to establish a comprehensive online presence that will increase your exposure, enhance your credibility and foster referrals while following the Rules of Professional Conduct. It’s Free for NACBA Members!

Join Fred J. Cohen, JD the founder and CEO of Amicus Creative Media  as he provides examples of effective websites, a list of concrete strategies to follow as well as common pitfalls to avoid.

Mark Your Calendars for NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention!

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Did you enjoy #NACBACHI? Then make sure you Save the Date for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, May 19-22, 2016!

Membership Benefits…An Investment in You

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Ruby® Receptionists is a virtual receptionist service ideal for solo and small firm attorneys. Ruby® Receptionists makes stellar impressions and sets your practice apart – at a fraction of the cost of an on-site employee. NACBA Members receive 5% discount on all of plan including free setup ($95 value).

 

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What’s Your NACBA Status?

Your NACBA Membership is an investment in you! Renew your membership today!

Join  NACBA to take advantage of education opportunities , the ability to network  with your peers and comprehensive benefits!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 8/17

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Here’s What’s Happening…

State Lawmakers Again Plan Payday Loan Reform Push

Overall Debt Remains Flat; Student Loan Delinquencies Rise

Mortgage Lenders Still Shunning Subprime Borrowers

New Jersey Senate Passes Bill Regulating Debt Collection from Victims of Identity Theft

CFPB Investigates Lending Practices at World Acceptance Corporation

Special Alert: Second Circuit Will Not Rehear Madden Decision That Threatens to Upset Secondary Credit Markets

Revised Program Will Reduce Student Loan Repayments

Events That Educate

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Register Today!

Register for the Effective (And Ethical) Online Marketing  For Law Firms  Webinar, Wednesday, August 26, 2015  at 2:00 PM EST/11:00 AM PST. You’ll learn how to establish a comprehensive online presence that will increase your exposure, enhance your credibility and foster referrals while following the Rules of Professional Conduct. It’s Free for NACBA Members!

Join Fred J. Cohen, JD the founder and CEO of Amicus Creative Media  as he provides examples of effective websites, a list of concrete strategies to follow as well as common pitfalls to avoid.

Mark Your Calendars for NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention!

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If you enjoyed #NACBACHI, then you’ll absolutely want to Save the Date for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, May 19-22, 2016!

Membership Benefits…An Investment in You

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Each NACBA member receives FREE, as part of his/her membership, access to Fastcase’s bankruptcy database. In addition, NACBA members are eligible to purchase Fastcase’s “Premium Plan,” which includes access to a database of opinions of the supreme courts and courts of appeal of all 50 states, at an annual rate of just $195. This is a significant discount from the non-member annual price of $995.

Don’t Forget…

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What’s Your NACBA Status?

Your NACBA Membership is an investment in you! Renew your membership today!

Join  NACBA to take advantage of education opportunities , the ability to network  with your peers and comprehensive benefits!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 8/5

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In The World of Bankruptcy…

Offshore Payday Lender Sued for Illegal Collections

Consumer Spending Remains Overall Unchanged Since April

The Latest Curve In CFPB vs. Hanna

Delaware Bankruptcy Court Denies Motion to Sell Free and Clear of Senior Lien

Recent Eleventh Circuit Decision Subjects Debt Collectors to FDCPA Liability for Filing Proofs of Claim as to Time-Barred Debts

Third Circuit Finds Insured v. Insured Exclusion Precludes Recovery of Defense Costs

Bankruptcy Avoidance Litigation Part I — Do I Really Have to Give That Payment Back?

Tacoma, Seattle consumers increase credit card debt to $10.39 billion

80% of Americans Are in Debt

The 5 Cities Where It’s Hardest to Pay Off Credit Card Debt

Events That Educate

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Free Webinar for all NACBA Members on August 26th!

Register for the Effective (And Ethical) Online Marketing  For Law Firms on Wednesday, August 26, 2015  at 2:00 PM EST/11:00 AM PST. Join Fred J. Cohen, JD, is the founder and CEO of Amicus Creative Media as he provides examples of effective websites, a list of concrete strategies to follow as well as common pitfalls to avoid.

NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention!

Did you enjoy #NACBACHI? Then make sure you Save the Date for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, May 19-22, 2016!

Membership Benefits

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The Consumer Bankruptcy Journal

The Consumer Bankruptcy Journal features timely information, practice management, tech tips on a quarterly basis. Take a moment to read the summer edition of  The Consumer Bankruptcy Journal. This edition covers relevant topics such as; The Top 25 Mortgage Myths, Non Bankruptcy Options for Student Loan Debtors, Building a Better Automatic Stay Violation Claim, The Behavior Selection Business,The Necessity of Filing Proofs of Claim For Secured Creditors in Chapter 13,When Filing Proof of Claim Violates the FDCPA, The Myth of Pandora and Scenes From #NACBACHI.

NACBA Membership…What’s Your Status?

Stay connected and up to date on the relevant topics through your NACBA Membership. Renew Today!

Join NACBA and take advantage of the networking, education and resources NACBA offers!

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 7/31

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Mortgage Firm Allegedly Blocked Consumers’ Efforts to Save Their Homes

FTC Closes Illegal Credit Card Interest Rate Case

IRS Uncollected Tax Debts Rise to $380B as Collection Staff Declines

Identity Theft, Auto-Related Issues Dominate State-Level Consumer Complaints

The Story of Debt in the U.S.

Economic Confidence Tracked by Gallup Continues to Decline

Report: State Installment Loan Laws Leave Borrowers Vulnerable in New Wave of Predatory Lending

Philadelphia Fed: Massive student loan debt is hampering entrepreneurship, hurting economy

Where each of the 2016 candidates stand on the student-loan crisis

Metro Atlanta consumers’ credit card debt rises 7.4% to $10.9 billion in Q2

Is Credit Card Debt the New Way to Survive in America?

NACBA Webinars Web Banner (1)Free Webinar for all NACBA Members on August 26th!

Register for the Effective (And Ethical) Online Marketing  For Law Firms on Wednesday, August 26, 2015  at 2:00 PM EST/11:00 AM PST. Join Fred J. Cohen, JD, is the founder and CEO of Amicus Creative Media as he provides examples of effective websites, a list of concrete strategies to follow as well as common pitfalls to avoid.

The Presentation Will Cover:
– Establishing your branding and striking imagery to powerfully resonate with prospects, clients and colleagues
– Overview of how search engines can increase your online exposure, keywords to consider and tips on enhancing search performance.
– Turning your website into a potent resource How to use legal content to convey credibility
– Overview of blogging, its benefits and best practices
– Utilizing effective top of mind marketing tools to supercharge referrals
– Criteria for selecting a provider

NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention!

Save the Date for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, May 19-22, 2016!

NACBA Membership Benefits

Listen in on relevant topics that will improve your practice and your knowledge of current technologies through NACBA’s Webinars.  NACBA educates its members through the various  free and discounted webinars that they and their partners provide as one of the benefits of membership. Register for one today!

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NACBA’s Consumer Bankruptcy Journal

Take a moment to read the latest edition of  The Consumer Bankruptcy Journal. This edition covers relevant topics such as; The Top 25 Mortgage Myths, Non Bankruptcy Options for Student Loan Debtors, Building a Better Automatic Stay Violation Claim, The Behavior Selection Business,The Necessity of Filing Proofs of Claim For Secured Creditors in Chapter 13,When Filing Proof of Claim Violates the FDCPA, The Myth of Pandora and Scenes From #NACBACHI.

NACBA Membership

Stay connected and up to date on the relevant topics through your NACBA Membership. Renew Today!

Join NACBA and take advantage of the networking, education and resources NACBA offers!

 

 

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 7/27

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Court Unexpectedly Revives Constitutional Challenge to CFPB

Bill Could Revive IRS Use of Private Collection Agencies

Contributions to Retirement Plan Excluded from CMI

HOA Super Priority Legal Battles Continue in the Silver State: What Senate Bill 306 Means for Nevada HOAs, Lenders and Homeowners

Taxpayers may owe billions in student loans

Bankruptcy Court Wants to Discharge Spousal Consolidation Student Loans. Educational Credit Management Corporation Says, “Not So Fast.”

Wes Moss: Average American holds more debt than Greece

Phillip Shrotman: Parents’ student loan trap

Sen. Ted Cruz introduces bill to abolish CFPB

 

Upcoming Events

NACBA Webinars Web Banner (1)     Free Webinar to All NACBA Members!

Register for the Effective (And Ethical) Online Marketing  For Law Firms on Wednesday, August 26, 2015  at 2:00 PM EST/11:00 AM PST. Join Fred J. Cohen, JD, is the founder and CEO of Amicus Creative Media as he discusses how to establish a comprehensive online presence that will increase your exposure.

The Presentation Will Cover:

– Establishing your branding and striking imagery to powerfully resonate with prospects, clients and colleagues
– Overview of how search engines can increase your online exposure, keywords to consider and tips on enhancing search performance.
– Turning your website into a potent resource How to use legal content to convey credibility
– Overview of blogging, its benefits and best practices
– Utilizing effective top of mind marketing tools to supercharge referrals
– Criteria for selecting a provider

NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention!

Save the Date for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, May 19-22, 2016!

NACBA Benefits

USI Affinity is the NACBA’s exclusive member benefit insurance administrator of group insurance programs for qualified NACBA members. Check out USI Affinity  for competitively priced medical insurance programs, professional liability, RxCut® Prescription Discount Card, Auto and Homeowners insurance, travel insurance, pet insurance and more.

NACBA’s Consumer Bankruptcy Journal

Read what NACBA Member David Leibowitz says about protecting your client against aggressive debt collectors in “Building a Better Automatic Stay Violation Claim,” featured in this edition of the The Consumer Bankruptcy Journal.

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