NACBA eNewsletter
October 28, 2025
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Monthly Member Alert
 
Warfield v. Nance
Jurisdiction: 9th Cir.
Date: 10/14/2025
 
Holding: The Ninth Circuit held that claim preclusion did not bar a debtor from amending his Schedule C to claim a federal exemption after his prior state exemptions were denied. The court also held that the bankruptcy court did not exceed its authority by granting a wildcard exemption even though the debtor misidentified the relevant subsection on the form.
 
NACBA Events
 
Registration is Open: Join NACBA in Boston for #NACBABOS!
NACBA’s 34th Annual Convention is heading to historic Boston, April 9–12, 2026, and registration is officially open!
 
#NACBABOS isn’t just another convention — it’s the national event for consumer bankruptcy attorneys to connect, learn, and shape the future of debtor representation.
 
Join hundreds of your peers at the Sheraton Boston Hotel for four days of education, innovation, and community — and take advantage of the early bird rate through December 31.
 
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Liens! Liens! Liens! Strategies for Dealing with Liens in Bankruptcy
  
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
Time: 3:00pm - 4:30pm ET (90 minutes)
 
Speakers:  Christopher P. Burke and M. Jonathan Hayes
 
Member Price: $35
Non-member Price: $135
 
Description: Have you ever wondered what you can do with tax liens or what the experts are talking about when they’re referring to cramdowns, lienstrips, avoidance motions, 522(f) motions or the difference between consensual and non-consensual liens and why it matters? This program will explain the basics and then take an in depth look at strategies for dealing with various liens.
 
NACBA/NACA Webinar: Choosing a Venue for Consumer Claims in Bankruptcy
ANNOUNCEMENT: NACBA/NACA Joint Webinar- Free for NACBA Members! 
 
When: Wednesday, October 30
Time: 2:00–3:00 PM ET
 
Bankruptcy is a hotbed for consumer claims—but where you file can make all the difference in your case. Join NACBA and NACA for a joint webinar exploring the pros and cons of filing consumer claims in small claims court, state court, District Court, and Bankruptcy Court.
 
This session will help both bankruptcy and consumer law practitioners analyze the proper venue for their cases. You’ll learn how to evaluate fact patterns, avoid common pitfalls, and make strategic decisions that strengthen your case.
 
What You’ll Learn:
1. The pros and cons of filing in small claims, state, district, and bankruptcy courts
2. How to choose the best venue for your case
3. Common pitfalls to avoid when selecting a venue

Speakers:
Patrick Best, Attorney and NACBA/NACA Member
Brian Flick, Managing Partner, Dann Law – NACBA Board Member & NACA Ohio Chair
 
*Special Benefit for NACBA Members: As a co-sponsor of this event, NACBA members can attend the live webinar at no cost!
 
Here’s how to register:
1. Create an account on the NACA website (if you do not already have an account)
2. Email training@consumeradvocates.org to get your account verified and receive the code for complimentary registration to the live webinar.
 
Professional Development
 
SAVE THE DATES: NACBA IN MAUI!
NACBA's Members-Only Workshop 2026
October 10-12, 2026
Wailea Beach Marriott 
Maui, Hawai'i
 
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Member Benefit Highlight
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Advanced Search lets you combine jurisdiction filters, content types, exact phrases, and keywords to pinpoint exactly what you need—even when your memory is fuzzy.
New NACBA Law Student Membership – Just $100!
Future consumer bankruptcy attorneys, this one’s for you. NACBA is excited to announce a new Law Student Membership designed to help you jumpstart your career for only $100.
 
As a NACBA Law Student Member, you’ll gain access to the same valuable benefits our practicing attorneys enjoy — including educational webinars, member-only resources, networking opportunities, and mentorship from leading consumer bankruptcy professionals.
 
Prepare for life beyond law school and start building your foundation in consumer bankruptcy today.
 
Join now for just $100 and invest in your future as a consumer advocate.