NACBA eNewsletter
July 8, 2025
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NACBA Events
 
Day 2 at NACBADAL is all about leveling up your practice with forward-thinking content and real-world strategies. From cutting-edge tech to client management and mortgage litigation, this is your chance to dig deep with the best in consumer bankruptcy.
 
Start your day connecting with sponsors and exhibitors over breakfast before diving into powerful sessions like:
 
The Periphery of Bankruptcy Law – Explore how non-bankruptcy issues impact your cases.
The Bankruptcy Tech Revolution – Discover how AI can transform your practice.
Mortgage Servicing Demystified – Get clear on who's who and what's what.
Handling Angry Clients – Learn how to protect your team while managing tough conversations.
Winning Chapter 13 Confirmation Strategies – Take home techniques that actually work.
RESPA, RFIs, NOEs, and Mortgage Litigation – Deepen your knowledge with ABLI’s expert-led series.
 
Don’t wait—register now and be part of this exclusive experience!
 
Naylor Association Solutions
8am!
Featured Webinar
  
Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025
Time: 3:00-4:30pm ET (90 minutes)
 
Speakers: Richard Cook, Esq., and David Cox, Esq.
 
Member Price: $35
Non-member Price: $85
 
Description: Small businesses facing a cash crunch frequently turn to lenders of last resort who can provide over six-figures in funding in less than 48 hours. In the last decade, ‘Merchant Cash Advance’ companies have sprouted up to help fill this funding void. This panel will discuss what are Merchant Cash Advances and the varying views on how they are to be treated in bankruptcy cases.
 
Registration closes at 11am ET on July 10th
Professional Development
 
Master the Fight, Win the Case with the American Bankruptcy Litigation Institute, NACBA’s premier training program designed to sharpen your litigation skills and give you the competitive edge in bankruptcy practice.
 
This intensive, hands-on program equips consumer bankruptcy attorneys with the tools and strategies needed to effectively litigate against creditors, servicers, and debt collectors. Whether you're looking to refine your trial techniques, strengthen your case strategies, or gain deeper insights into bankruptcy litigation, this is the training you’ve been waiting for.
 
The American Bankruptcy Litigation Institute will officially launch at NACBA’s Members-Only Fall Workshop, taking place October 13-15 in Dallas, Texas. This exclusive event will offer a dynamic learning experience led by top experts in the field, providing practical insights and real-world litigation tactics you can immediately apply to your practice.
 
Graduates of this program will receive a certificate of completion for the year and a digital badge to showcase your achievement on your email signature and practice’s website. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your litigation skills, expand your professional network, and gain the recognition you deserve. Secure your spot today and get in on the ground floor. NACBA is working to bring you even more from ABLI like:
--Specialty Webinars
--Special Listserv just for ABLI participants
--Access to the experts
--Access to a specialized library of documents
 
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Latest Bankruptcy News
On June 23, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court denied the Chapter 13 trustee’s petition for certiorari in Bronitsky v. Saldana, leaving intact a significant Ninth Circuit decision that protects the ability of debtors to continue contributing to retirement accounts while repaying unsecured creditors through a Chapter 13 plan.
Member Benefit Highlight
One of the most popular features of NACBA membership is the ability of NACBA members to pose bankruptcy questions and get real time responses from their colleagues around the country. NACBA Listserv participants enjoy the unparalleled ability to post both the easy and hard questions to some of the best consumer bankruptcy attorneys in the nation. This listserv, which also functions as a virtual community of people doing the same type of work, is a boon for the new practitioner as well as the most sophisticated consumer bankruptcy attorneys.
National Consumer Bankruptcy Rights Center (NCBRC) is dedicated to protecting the rights of consumer debtors in bankruptcy appeals, ensuring fair and just treatment within the legal system. NCBRC's mission is to advocate for a balanced approach to bankruptcy law, providing support and resources for consumers and attorneys alike. Together, NCBRC strives to uphold the integrity of the bankruptcy process for individuals seeking a fresh financial start.
 
NCBRC needs your support to protect the rights of consumer bankruptcy debtors. The most effective way to support NCBRC is with a direct donation.
For NACBA members, vLex Fastcase just launched Vincent AI’s Spring ‘25 Release.
 
Here’s what to look for:

Agentic AI: Vincent’s new Workflow Engine doesn’t just answer questions—it
guides you through proven legal methodologies step-by-step. Think of it as
collaborating with an expert colleague who knows exactly which steps to take for
complex legal tasks.
Tables: Need to review large document collections? Vincent can now extract key
data points, compare critical clauses, and spot inconsistencies across hundreds
of documents, all summarized in easy-to-read tables.
Studio: The beta release of Studio lets you create personalized workflows for
your specific practice needs with no coding required. Leading firms are already
building and using their own custom workflows.
General Assist: No more switching between multiple AI subscriptions or risking
client confidentiality with consumer-grade tools. Vincent’s new General Assist
handles business tasks, drafts emails, summarizes discussions, brainstorms
ideas, and organizes presentations—all within the same secure interface.
 
NACBA members already enjoy free access to vLex Fastcase legal research through your NACBA membership. Now, you can also try the full Vincent AI platform for free to experience these breakthrough capabilities firsthand.
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