TCPA

Bankruptcy News Briefs 12/14

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Making News On Monday…

TransUnion Acquires Fraud Protection Company

Foreclosure Starts at Lowest Level in More Than 10 Years

Study: Millennials with Student Loans Could Lack Retirement Savings

Credit Card Debt Increase Surpasses End-of-Year Estimates

TCPA in Review; 2015 Was a Year of Clarification

Americans Are Sinking Further Into Credit Card Debt

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Today’s The Day!! Register Now!!

Modernized Bankruptcy Forms Part 2: Live Questions & Answers
Monday, December 14, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Norma Hammes, Esq., Carey Ebert, Esq., (United States Chapter 7 & 13 Trustee) & Walter Oney, Esq.
Must register by 12/14/15. $20 Members / $75 Non Member. More Info HERE.

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open! $25.00 for Members $75.00 for Non Members

THE FALL 2015 CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL 

Start your week off reading Christine Kieta’s article, “Writing Briefs Judges Want to Read,” NACBA’s  2015 Consumer Bankruptcy Journal!

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ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

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Good News! You have the chance to be an Exhibitor and/or Sponsor at 2 NACBA Events!

Registration is Now Open  for Exhibitors and Sponsors for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th 2016! Both events are perfect opportunities to network and showcase your company!Visit the  Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

SAVE THE DATE!

2016 never looked better! Mark your calendars for 2 NACBA Events you won’t want to miss! Both events will be in beautiful locations, provide informative education sessions, and is an ideal opportunity to network with your colleagues while you earn CLE! Get ready to attend:

  • The 24th Annual NACBA Convention in gorgeous San Francisco, May 19th-22nd, 2016
  • Sail the friendly seas when you register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 don’t end this year without renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive?  Join  NACBA Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 12/11

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Amicus Briefs Support Challenges to FCC’s Expanded TCPA Rules

FTC: Creditors Should Take Note of the FDCPA

TransUnion Predicts Recovery from the Great Recession in 2016

Code Preempts State Exemption Exception

Debt Buyer Loses Round Two in FDCPA Class Action Case

FDCPA Lawsuit Tossed for Failure to Disclose Claim in Bankruptcy Petition

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Modernized Bankruptcy Forms Part 2: Live Questions & Answers
Monday, December 14, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Norma Hammes, Esq., Carey Ebert, Esq., (United States Chapter 7 & 13 Trustee) & Walter Oney, Esq.
Must register by 12/14/15. $20 Members / $75 Non Member. More Info HERE.

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open! $25.00 for Members $75.00 for Non Members

THE FALL 2015 CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL 

Catch up on your reading this weekend with “Chapter 13 Debtors Need Not Pay Late-Filed Mortgage Arrearage Claims,”by Robert V. Shaller in the latest edition of NACBA’s  2015 Consumer Bankruptcy Journal!

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ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

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Good News! You have the chance to be an Exhibitor and/or Sponsor at 2 NACBA Events!

Registration is Now Open  for Exhibitors and Sponsors for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th 2016! Both events are perfect opportunities to network and showcase your company!Visit the  Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

SAVE THE DATE!

2016 never looked better! Mark your calendars for 2 NACBA Events you won’t want to miss! Both events will be in beautiful locations, provide informative education sessions, and is an ideal opportunity to network with your colleagues while you earn CLE! Get ready to attend:

  • The 24th Annual NACBA Convention in gorgeous San Francisco, May 19th-22nd, 2016
  • Sail the friendly seas when you register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 don’t end this year without renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive?  Join  NACBA Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 12/3

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Today’s News…

College Test Prep Firm Terminates Workers, Faces Fraud Allegations

26 Diverse Organizations File Briefs Supporting ACA’s TCPA Lawsuit Against the FCC

Consumer Credit Card Accounts Increase in Second Quarter

Report: Enrollment in Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program is Lagging

Positive Ruling for Debt Collector in Allegedly Deficient Voice Message Case

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Finds Prior Express Consent, Grants Summary Judgment to PayPal in TCPA Case

Data Shows Borrowers With Less Student Loan Debt More Likely To Default

Highway bill requires IRS to use private debt collectors

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Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00 PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association
Registration is Open! Free for Members! $49 for Non Members

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open! $25.00 for Members $75.00 for Non Members

ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

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Good News! You have the chance to be an Exhibitor and/or Sponsor at 2 NACBA Events!

Registration is Now Open  for Exhibitors and Sponsors for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th 2016! Both events are perfect opportunities to network and showcase your company!Visit the  Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

SAVE THE DATE!

2016 never looked better! Mark your calendars for 2 NACBA Events you won’t want to miss! Both events will be in beautiful locations, provide informative education sessions, and is an ideal opportunity to network with your colleagues while you earn CLE! Get ready to attend:

  • The 24th Annual NACBA Convention in gorgeous San Francisco, May 19th-22nd, 2016
  • Sail the friendly seas when you register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 don’t end this year without renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive?  Join  NACBA Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 12/1

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On This First Day of December..

Student Loan Defaults Jump; Accounts Sent to Collection Agencies Double

Collections Program for Illinois City Starts Strong

CFPB Critics See Glimmer of Hope in Auto Lending Bill

Significant Changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Effective December 1

Pennsylvania Bill Would Drastically Limit Telephone Calls to Debtors

Massachusetts Collection Law Firms Are Now ‘Debt Collectors’

Pacer Outages Reported Amid Bankruptcy Paperwork Changes

Co-debtors’ Obligations May be Treated Differently in Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Proof of Claim Form Gets a Makeover

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Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00 PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association
Registration is Open! Free for Members! $49 for Non Members

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open! $25.00 for Members $75.00 for Non Members

ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

COME SAIL AWAY!  SAVE THE DATE FOR  NACBA’s SUMMIT AT SEA!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! On October 7-10, 2016 prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea! The Summit at Sea will offer education on a variety of topics that you will not want to miss.  NACBA encourages you to bring the family too! The schedule and speakers will be announced shortly.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/27

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Today’s Headlines…

Debt Collection Tops CFPB’s Complaint Report

Don’t Look Now But Bank Lending Practices Are Getting Riskier

News Release: TransUnion, Ontario Systems Partner to Offer Recovery Model

Consumers Report Issues Opening and Managing Bank Accounts

House Financial Services Committee Releases Investigative Report on CFPB Disparate Impact

CFPB Releases Semi-Annual Snapshot of Servicemember Complaints

Summary Judgment Granted for Debt Collector in TCPA Case

CFPB Sues over Deceptive Pension Advances

NACBA EVENTS YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!

ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

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COME SAIL AWAY!  SAVE THE DATE FOR  NACBA’s SUMMIT AT SEA!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! On October 7-10, 2016 prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea! The Summit at Sea will offer education on a variety of topics that you will not want to miss.  NACBA encourages you to bring the family too! The schedule and speakers will be announced shortly.

Register for NACBA’s Upcoming Webinars!

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Give Yourself A Gift and Register for These Upcoming Webinars in December!

Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00 PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association
Registration is Open! Free for Members! $49 for Non Members

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open! $25.00 for Members $75.00 for Non Members

BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT

Gain More Exposure for Your Firm!

NACBA has partnered with Google Maps to create the NACBA Member Map. Live on NACBA.org, potential clients using any connected device (desktop, laptop, and mobile) will be shown NACBA member firms near them right now. Using built-in GPS positioning technology, potential clients will be presented with NACBA member firms in their city and region. They will be able to tap the firm’s map markers to get contact information and driving directions to a NACBA Member office. As part of NACBA’s enhanced Membership Benefits, all NACBA members in good standing have basic contact info already listed on this state of the art mapping interface!

NACBA MEMBERSHIP

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/24

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In Today’s News…

Ohioans Pay More Than $500M in Small-Dollar Loan Fees Each Year

TCPA Compliance is Not Enough; You Also Need a Business Strategy

Online Lender CashCall Pays Nearly $2M to Calif., Borrowers

CFPB’s Eighth Semi-Annual Report Highlights Debt Collection Complaints, Enforcement Actions

CFPB Pushes Back Debt Collection Rulemaking Again, But Not By Much

Survey: Consumers Plan to Reduce Holiday Spending

FTC Amendment to Telemarketing Sales Rule Sounds Like Operation Choke Point

Critics: New Bankruptcy Paperwork Will Cause Inaccurate Filings

NACBA EVENTS YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!

ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

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COME SAIL AWAY!  SAVE THE DATE FOR  NACBA’s SUMMIT AT SEA!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! On October 7-10, 2016 prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea! The Summit at Sea will offer education on a variety of topics that you will not want to miss.  NACBA encourages you to bring the family too! The schedule and speakers will be announced shortly.

Register for NACBA’s Upcoming Webinars!

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Give Yourself A Gift and Register for These Upcoming Webinars in December!

Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00 PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association
Registration is Open! Free for Members! $49 for Non Members

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open! $25.00 for Members $75.00 for Non Members

BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT

Gain More Exposure for Your Firm!

NACBA has partnered with Google Maps to create the NACBA Member Map. Live on NACBA.org, potential clients using any connected device (desktop, laptop, and mobile) will be shown NACBA member firms near them right now. Using built-in GPS positioning technology, potential clients will be presented with NACBA member firms in their city and region. They will be able to tap the firm’s map markers to get contact information and driving directions to a NACBA Member office. As part of NACBA’s enhanced Membership Benefits, all NACBA members in good standing have basic contact info already listed on this state of the art mapping interface!

NACBA MEMBERSHIP

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/17

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Today’s Headlines…

Illinois County Hires Agency to Pursue $2M in Court Delinquencies

Low Delinquencies, Steady Balance Growth Point to Stable Consumer Credit Market

$95.5M Settlement Reached in For-Profit Education Case

Illinois students of for-profit schools to get $3M in debt relief under settlement

United States: FTC, CFPB, And States Collaborate To Clamp Down On Illegal Debt Collection

CFPB Revises Supervisory Appeals Process

Bad Debt Collectors and Their Prey

Debt Collection Deal Promises to Wipe Out Default Judgments

Ninth Circuit Decision Allows Debtors to Collect Attorney Fees for Enforcing the Automatic Stay in Bankruptcy Cases

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NOVEMBER WEBINARS

2 Days are Remaining! Did You Register for Thursday’s Webinar? “Modernized Bankruptcy Forms Webinar”

Don’t Miss the Webinar Every Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Needs to Attend! 

Thursday, November 19, 2015
3:00 PM ET/ 2:00 PM CT/1:00 PM MT/12:00 PM PT
Presented by: Norma Hammes, Esq., Carey Ebert, Esq., (United States Chapter 7 & 13 Trustee) &Walter Oney, Esq.

When you register for the “Modernized Bankruptcy Forms Webinar,” you’ll receive a comprehensive overview on what Official Bankruptcy Forms will be replaced with substantially revised, reformatted and renumbered versions effective December 1, 2015. Register Today!

Give Yourself A Gift and Register for These Upcoming Webinars in December!

Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00 PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association
Registration is Open!

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open!

ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

THE 24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION IS AROUND THE CORNER!

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Save the date we’re heading to the golden coast! Join us in San Francisco, CA on May 19-22, 2016 at the Downtown Marriott Marquis for another dynamic NACBA Convention packed with sessions, speakers and networking opportunities you won’t want to miss!

COME SAIL AWAY!  SAVE THE DATE FOR  NACBA’s SUMMIT AT SEA!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! On October 7-10, 2016 prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea! The Summit at Sea will offer education on a variety of topics that you will not want to miss.  NACBA encourages you to bring the family too! The schedule and speakers will be announced shortly.

NACBA MEMBERSHIP

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/9

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Monday’s Headlines…

Debt-Buying Giant Reports Q3 Drops in Revenue, Net Income

Landmark TCPA Ruling Turns Focus to Quality Data Over Quantity

Year-Over-Year Bankruptcy Filings Decrease 11 Percent

Details Of The 30 Operation Collection Protection Enforcement Actions

Ohio Attorney General Sues New York Collection Operation

Consumer Credit Up a Record $28.9B

ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today! 

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NOVEMBER WEBINARS

The Webinar Every Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Needs to Attend!

Modernized” Bankruptcy Forms Webinar

Thursday, November 19, 2015
3:00 PM ET/ 2:00 PM CT/1:00 PM MT/12:00 PM PT
Presented by: Norma Hammes, Esq., Carey Ebert, Esq., (United States Chapter 7 & 13 Trustee) &Walter Oney, Esq.

Description: Full overview on what Official Bankruptcy Forms will be replaced with substantially revised, reformatted and renumbered versions effective December 1, 2015. Register Today!

DECEMBER WEBINARS

Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices,
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00 PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association
Registration is Open!

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open!

BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT!

Step into Fall in style! All NACBA members have the opportunity to enroll for the Brooks Brothers Corporate Membership Card. This benefit was initiated to provide you with enjoyable incentives and great savings when shopping for your wardrobe needs. As a Brooks Brothers Corporate Member, you receive an everyday 15% savings on regular priced merchandise. Your Brooks Brothers Corporate Membership benefit is valid at all Brooks Brothers U.S. and Canadian stores, by phone and online at BrooksBrothers.com.

NACBA MEMBERSHIP

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/26

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Check Out This Week’s Headlines…

Court Puts TCPA Case Filed Against Member On Hold Until D.C. Circuit Rules In ACA’s TCPA Appeal Against FCC

Members of Congress Push to Ban Social Security Garnishment for Student Loan Debt

New Call Data to be Released as Part of an FCC Effort Could Harm Legitimate Businesses and Prevent Consumers from Receiving Important Information

CFPB Consumer Advisory Board Discusses Proposed Arbitration Overhaul

FTC Bans Scammers from Advance Fee Recovery Business

Why Student Loans Are So Difficult To Discharge In Bankruptcy

Could Social Security be immune from student loan debt collection?

Republican Lawmakers Blast CFPB for Investigation Involving Accreditor

Washington AG Resolves Debt Collection, Deceptive Advertising Probe

Check Out These Upcoming Webinars!

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REGISTER TODAY!

Modernized” Bankruptcy Forms Webinar
Thursday, November 19, 2015
3:00 PM ET/ 2:00 PM CT/1:00 PM MT/12:00 PM PT
Presented by: Norma Hammes, Esq., Carey Ebert, Esq., (United States Chapter 7 & 13 Trustee) &Walter Oney, Esq.

Description: Full overview on what Official Bankruptcy Forms will be replaced with substantially revised, reformatted and renumbered versions effective December 1, 2015. Register Today!

Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices,
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association
Registration is Open!

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open!

COME SAIL AWAY!  SAVE THE DATE FOR  NACBA’s SUMMIT AT SEA!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! On October 7-10, 2016 prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea! The Summit at Sea will offer education on a variety of topics that you will not want to miss.  NACBA encourages you to bring the family too! The schedule and speakers will be announced shortly.

THE 24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION IS AROUND THE CORNER!

 

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Save the date we’re heading to the golden coast! Join us in San Francisco, CA on May 19-22, 2016 at the Downtown Marriott Marquis for another dynamic NACBA Convention packed with sessions, speakers and networking opportunities you won’t want to miss!

BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT

NACBA is proud partner with Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., one of the world’s leading insurance brokerages and risk management firms. Check out the three different types of insurance they are offering:

  • Discovery Health Exchange
  • Sure Path Identity Theft
  • Lawyers Professional Liability and Business Insurance

Visit NACBA’s Membership Benefits section to learn more about each of these insurance and who you can contact to receive more information.

NACBA Membership

Make sure you can take advantage of your NACBA benefits by Renewing  your NACBA membership. Not a member consider Joining and take advantage of the educational opportunities, networking and benefits NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 9/3

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Today’s News…

Consumers Share Views About CFPB Oversight, Structure

Student Lending Giant’s Shares Fall to Record Low

Autos Lead Growth in Consumer Loan Demand: Fed

FHA Hopes to Spur Lending to Risky Mortgage Borrowers

Company Ordered to Stop Collection Efforts

CBA Joins ACA’s Suit Against The FCC’s New TCPA Rules

Poll Tracks Consumers’ Sentiment on the CFPB

Consumers’ New Phone Numbers Present Additional Challenges in Debt Collections

Settlement Proceeds: When Does Cash Become Quasi Real Estate?

Students Ask Education Department to Discharge College Debt

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We’re Counting Down the Days Until the  24th Annual NACBA Convention!

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NACBA is gearing up for the 24th Annual Convention being held in the beautiful city of San Francisco on May 19-22nd in 2016! Mark your calendar and save the date you won’t want to miss this awesome event!

The Perks of Being a NACBA Member

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