Bankruptcy Court’s Informational Page Regarding Changes to Federal and Local Bankruptcy Rules and Forms
The Bankruptcy Court now has an informational page on its website dedicated to the new amendments to federal and local rules and forms. You can access the page via the following link:
http://www.mab.uscourts.gov/mab/information-regarding-chapter-13
Understanding and complying with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)
Tuesday, January 9, 2018 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Boston Bar Association
16 Beacon Street, Boston, MA
Sign up here: https://www.bostonbar.org/membership/events/event-details?ID=24500
Please join us at the BBA for the following brown bag lunch program (rescheduled from 11/14/17):
Understanding and complying with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)
Tuesday, January 9, 2018 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Boston Bar Association
16 Beacon Street, Boston, MA
Sign up here: https://www.bostonbar.org/membership/events/event-details?ID=24500
Program Description:
Attorneys that are involved in consumer litigation, class actions, bankruptcy, and collections work must understand and comply with the FDCPA. Violations of the FDCPA may lead to statutory liability, penalties and costly litigation. This program will examine the basic requirements of the FDCPA and take an in-depth look at the recent cases on the law, including the Supreme Court cases Midland Funding, LLC v. Johnson and Henson v. Santander Consumer USA Inc. These Supreme Court decisions and cases interpreting them are changing the litigation landscape. Commercial and consumer practitioners will benefit from the general FDCPA background and learning about the most recent FDCPA developments.
Registration Categories:
BBA Member – Free. Included as part of your membership.
Non-Member – $100.00
Not a member? Join the BBA today for free-access to this program any many others. Members also receive discounted rates for CLE programs and Conferences.
Speakers:
Andrew Glass, K&L Gates LLP
Gregory N. Blase, K&L Gates LLP
The Boston Bar Association is sponsoring a free luncheon on the new Chapter 13 Plan form and the new Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, both of which taking effect soon.
The luncheon is going to be at the Boston Bankruptcy Court on Thursday, November 30, 2017, 1:00pm – 3:00pm in the 12th floor library. You do not need to be a BBA member to attend. The program will provide a comprehensive review of the new plan and tips on properly completing it, as well as complying with the new Rules. Lunch will be provided. All are encouraged to attend.
The Panel:
Below is the link to register.
Click here for additional information and registration
You may view the new Official Local Form 3, Chapter 13 Plan via the following link:
http://www.mab.uscourts.gov/pdfdocuments/Chapter_13_Plan_2017.pdf
Amendments to Rules and Forms
REMINDER, amendments to the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure go into effect on December 1, 2017. Access the amendments here: https://www.supremecourt.gov/orders/courtorders/frbk17_d18e.pdf. Corresponding changes to the Massachusetts Local Bankruptcy Rules (also effective December 1, 2017) have been implemented by Standing Order, and may be accessed here: http://www.mab.uscourts.gov/pdfdocuments/standing-orders/so17_05.pdf.
REMINDER, effective December 1, 2017, Official Local Forms 3 (Pre-Confirmation Chapter 13 Plan and Cover Sheet) and 3A (Post-Confirmation Amended Chapter 13 Plan) are rescinded and replaced with the new Official Local Form. You may view the new Official Local Form 3 (Pre-Confirmation Chapter 13 Plan and Cover Sheet) via the following link: http://www.mab.uscourts.gov/pdfdocuments/Chapter_13_Plan_2017.pdf
Additional changes to Massachusetts Local Bankruptcy Forms (effective December 1, 2017) have been implemented by Standing Order, and may be accessed here: http://www.mab.uscourts.gov/pdfdocuments/standing-orders/so17_06.pdf.
Court Calendar Information Now Available Through Bankruptcy Court’s Website
Access to real-time Court Calendar information is now available through the Bankruptcy Court’s website via the following link:
https://ecf.mab.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/hearings.pl. For additional information regarding Court Calendar access, please visit the “News & Announcements” section of the Court’s website at: http://www.mab.uscourts.gov/mab/court-calendar-information-on-website.
Cape Calendar Announcement
The Bankruptcy Court has announced that effective January 1, 2018, the Court will suspend its “Cape Calendar.” For additional information, please visit the “News & Announcements” section of the Court’s website at: http://www.mab.uscourts.gov/mab/cape-calendar-announcement.
Please join us at the BBA on Monday for a Brown Bag Lunch Presentation:
register at: https://www.bostonbar.org/membership/events/event-details?ID=25568
Monday, October 30, 2017 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM – Boston Bar Association – 16 Beacon Street, Boston, MA
Registration Categories:
BBA Member – Free. Included as part of your membership.
Non-Member – $100.00
Not a member? Join the BBA today for free-access to this program any many others. Members also receive discounted rates for CLE programs and Conferences.
Refunds & Cancellations:
Please note that refunds will only be allowed for cancellation notices received at least 24 hours before the program
Missed a program? Check out our Learn Online platform for on demand access to past BBA programs. If you would like to know if a future program will become available on demand, please contact Julia Carvalho at [email protected].
Sponsoring Section/Committee(s):
Carolyn Barrett
[email protected]
The Trouble with Trusts –
Pitfalls and Problems for Debtor’s Counsel
Boston Bar Association Presentation
October 30, 2017
Please join the Consumer Bankruptcy Committee on Thursday, June 8 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. for our final lunch program of the year with the Honorable Frank J. Bailey. This will be an excellent opportunity to hear about Judge Bailey’s current concerns and to discuss hot topics of the day with your fellow bankruptcy practitioners.
This event will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Library, 12th Floor, John W. McCormack Post Office and Court House, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA.
This is an open event. You do not need to be a member of the BBA to attend and free lunch will be provided to those who pre-register. If you are a BBA member, please register by using the link below:
https://www.bostonbar.org/membership/events/event-details?ID=24198
Non-members can register by sending an email to [email protected].
We hope you can join us!
The Consumer Bankruptcy Committee will host its annual brown bag lunch with chapter 13 Trustee Carolyn A. Bankowski on April 24, 2017, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. The event will be held at the Boston Bar Association, 16 Beacon Street, Boston, MA.
This is a great opportunity to meet the Trustee, hear the latest filing stats, learn about new and notable cases, get an update on the national plan, and discuss hot topics in chapter 13. The Trustee encourages practitioners to come and discuss current questions, concerns and issues, so feel free to bring questions!
To register for the program, please click here.
Please join the Consumer Bankruptcy Committee on Thursday, April 6 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. for an interactive discussion with the Honorable Joan N. Feeney.
This will be an excellent opportunity to hear about Judge Feeney’s current concerns and to discuss hot topics of the day with your fellow bankruptcy practitioners.
This event will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Library, 12th Floor, John W. McCormack Post Office and Court House, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA. This is an open event. You do not need to be a member of the BBA to attend and free lunch will be provided to those who pre-register. Please register by sending an email to Leslie Su at [email protected] or, if you are a BBA member, by using clicking here.
