Past Events

September
26
2026
11th Annual James T. King Bankruptcy Symposium - Is Discharging Student Loans Possible Under the DOJ Guidance: Yes—you can do it! Unlocking Cost-Effective Ways to Provide Your Clients a True Fresh Start

Via Zoom


11th Annual James T. King Bankruptcy Symposium

Student Loans

11:00am to 1:00pm

by Zoom

Speakers:

  • Prof. Dalie Jimenez, U.C. Irvine School of Law
  • Joshua Cohen, Cohen Consumer Law, St. Albans, VT
  • Hon. Magdalena Reyes Bordeaux, Central District of California
  • Moderated by M. Jonathan Hayes

Professor Jiménez is the Director, Student Loan Law Initiative, at UC Irvine. Her scholarly work focuses on contracts, bankruptcy and consumer financial distress, the regulation of financial products and its intersection with consumer protection, and access to justice.  She spent a year as part of the founding staff of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau where she worked on debt collection, debt relief, credit reporting, and student loan issues.


Josh Cohen is nationally known as The Student Loan Lawyer. He teaches the Student Loan Law Workshop where he provides student loan training and tolls for consumer attorneys.  


Judge Reyes Bordeaux, sitting in the Riverside Division, is nationally known for her passion about access to justice issues including student loans.




August
01
2026
August Programs: Two Programs | The Duty of Competence, Technology, and the Rise of Cyber Breaches at Law Firms AND Trust Issues in Bankruptcy

Webinar via Zoom


Saturday August 1, 2026

Via Zoom


Two programs


11:00 am - 12 Noon


The Duty of Competence, Technology, and the Rise of Cyber Breaches at Law Firms


Presenter:

  • Amanda M. Moghaddam | Claims Attorney, Lawyers Mutual Insurance Co.


12:00 Noon to 1:00 pm


Trust Issues in Bankruptcy


Presenter:

  • D. Edward Hays | Marshack Hays LLP

Registration: 
FREE | Members
$75     | Non-Members*
$50     |
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not a 2026 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact our Admin at admin@bklawyers.org for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




July
01
2026
CDCBAA QUARTERLY REVIEW

Via Zoom


NOTE: This special Zoom program is exclusive to cdcbaa members (Members must login First to attend free). Join now!

QUARTERLY REVIEW
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Speakers:
  • Judge Meredith Jury (Ret), Former United States Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Senior Counsel, RHM LAW LLC
  • Special Guest Misty Perry-Isaacson

  • Judge Jury, Jon Hayes and special guest Misty Perry-Issacson will discuss a few recent cases of interest to consumer bankruptcy attorneys for 60 minutes. They will take questions from attendees about the cases.  The last 30 minutes will be a roundtable session to discuss matters of interest to our members.


1.50 Hours of CLE Credit Provided

ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members (IMPORTANT: Members must login first in order to attend this program FREE, otherwise you will not be given the free option)

*If you are not currently a 2026 CDCBAA member, join now for $250. Contact our Administrator, Leslie Medina, at cdcbaa@gmail.com. She will process your payment over the phone or if you have any questions feel free to reach out. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




June
06
2026
Program 1-PASSING THE TORCH: Law Practice Wind-Down & Protecting Your Legacy | Program 2-MCA's in Bankruptcy

Webinar via Zoom


2 PROGRAMS (11:00am to 1pm):
(general meeting announcements at 11:00)

11:00 am to Noon

PASSING THE TORCH: Law Practice Wind-Down & Protecting Your Legacy

Speaker: Amanda M. Moghaddam | Claims Attorney, Lawyers Mutual Insurance Co.

Our "Passing the Torch: Winding Down Your Law Practice” explores the practical and ethical considerations attorneys face when preparing for retirement or closing a firm. This presentation will cover key topics including tail malpractice insurance, file retention and destruction, succession planning, and the strategic considerations involved in selling a law practice versus winding  it down. Attendees will leave with actionable guidance for navigating the transition while protecting clients, minimizing risk, and preserving the value of their practice.

Noon to 1:00 pm
MCAs in Bankruptcy

Speakers: Steven J. Mirsky | Mirsky Corporate Advisors, APC, Newport Beach, CA 
                 M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel, RHM LAW LLC 

This panel will discuss an issue we are all dealing with every day: Merchant Cash Advances. They will discuss which arise when the debtor owes an MCA, litigating MCA issues in state court without bankruptcy, and litigating in the bankruptcy arena, either through adversary proceedings or plans. 


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50   | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not a 2026 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact our Admin at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




May
02
2026
MEET THE CHAPTER 13 TRUSTEES

Webinar via Zoom


MEET THE CHAPTER 13 TRUSTEES

11:00am - 1:00pm

(general meeting announcements at 11:00)


Speakers:  
  • Renee Blume | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee, Elizabeth Rojas
  • Nancy Clark | Borowitz & Clark, LLP
  • Aki Koyama | Senior Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee, Kathy Dockery
  • Sean O'Hair | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee, Nancy Curry
  • Brian Wirsching | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee, Amrane Cohen

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50   | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not a 2026 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




April
15
2026
CDCBAA QUARTERLY REVIEW

Webinar via Zoom


NOTE: This special Zoom program is exclusive to cdcbaa members. Join now!

QUARTERLY REVIEW
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Speakers:
  • Hon. Meredith Jury | Bankruptcy Judge (Ret.)
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel RHM Law LLP

Judge Jury and Jon Hayes will discuss a couple of recent cases of interest to consumer bankruptcy attorneys. They will take questions from attendees about the cases.  The webinar will be a roundtable session as there is time to discuss matters of interest to our members.



1 Hour of CLE Credit Provided

ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members

*If you are not currently a 2026 CDCBAA member, join now for $250. Contact our Administrator, Linda Righi, at cdcbaa@gmail.com. She will process your payment over the phone.


Also contact Linda at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




March
21
2026
TIL DEBT DO US PART: HOW DIVORCE, SUPPORT, AND COMMUNITY PROPERTY COMPLICATE CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY CASES

Webinar via Zoom


This CLE program will ONLY be available as a WEBINAR via Zoom

TIL DEBT DO US PART: HOW DIVORCE, SUPPORT, AND CONSUMER PROPERTY COMPLICATE CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY CASES

11:00am - 12:30pm

(general meeting announcements at 11:00)


Speakers: 
  • Hon. Victoria Kaufman | Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California, San Fernando Valley Division
  • D. Edward Hays, Esq . | Marshack Hays LLP 
  • Richard G. Heston, Esq. | Heston & Heston


1.5 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50  | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not currently a 2026 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.





February
21
2026
ETHICAL LANDMINES IN BANKRUPTCY AND AVOIDING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Webinar via Zoom


AVOIDING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

11:00am - 1:00pm

(general meeting announcements at 10:45)


Speakers:  
  • Hon. Charles D. Novack | Bankruptcy Judge, Northern District of California, Oakland Division 
  • Misty Perry Isaacson, Esq. | Salvato Boufadel, LLP
  • Mike Nicastro, Esq. | Nicastro & Associates
  • Robert Sall, Esq. | Sall Spencer Callas & Kreuger

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50   | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not a 2026 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




January
24
2026
20th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2025

Webinar via Zoom


20th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2025

11:00am - 1:00pm

(general meeting announcements at 10:45)


Speakers:  
  • Hon. Gary Spraker | Judge, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Alaska 
  • Hon. Scott H. Yun | Judge, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California, Riverside Division
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel RHM Law LLP

Co-Sponsored by:

  • Arizona Consumer Bankruptcy Counsel (ACBC)
  • California Lawyers Association, Insolvency Law Conference (ILC)
  • Inland Empire Bankruptcy Forum (IEBF)
  • James T. King SoCal Inn of Court
  • Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Team (NCBAT)
  • Orange County Bankruptcy Forum (OCBF)
  • San Fernando Valley Bar Association (SFVBA)
  • University of West Los Angeles School of Law (UWLA)


This annual review of Ninth Circuit cases is extremely popular, so you`re encouraged to renew / join and sign up as soon as possible. Payments made after 12:00pm on January 23rd will not guarantee admittance to the January 24th program.


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE: 
FREE | Members
$100   | Non-Members*
$75  | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not a 2026 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




December
18
2025
CDCBAA QUARTERLY REVIEW

Webinar via Zoom


NOTE: This special Zoom program is exclusive to cdcbaa members. Join now!

QUARTERLY REVIEW
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Speakers:
  • Hon. Meredith Jury | Bankruptcy Judge (Ret.)
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel RHM Law LLP

Judge Jury and Jon Hayes will discuss a couple of recent cases of interest to consumer bankruptcy attorneys. They will take questions from attendees about the cases.  The webinar will be a roundtable session as there is time to discuss matters of interest to our members.


1 Hour of CLE Credit Provided

ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, join now for $150. Contact our Administrator, Linda Righi, at cdcbaa@gmail.com. She will process your payment over the phone.


Also contact Linda at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




November
06
2025
2025 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

Sheraton Universal Hotel - 333 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA 91608


M. Erik Clark -2025 Calvin Ashland Attorney of the Year

Location: Skyview Ballroom -- 21st Floor of the Sheraton Universal Hotel
333 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA 91608

Jazz Trio featuring Jeff Takiguchi
Reception and no-host bar at 6:00 p.m.
followed by dinner and awards presentation at 7:00 p.m.

cdcbaa MEMBERS (MUST LOGIN FOR FREE TICKET):
2025 cdcbaa annual membership fee includes one free ticket to this dinner.
Please complete the form/on-line and indicate your meal preference.
Members must RSVP prior to October 23, 2025 to attend the dinner.

NON-MEMBERS AND GUESTS:
$125 for on-time non-members and guests with RSVP and payment received by 10/23/25
$150 non-member and guests RSVP and payment received after 10/23/25
$175 at the door

JUDGES | CLERK OF COURT | LAW CLERKS/GOV'T EMPLOYEES:
No charge for Judges or the Clerk of the Court to attend
$100 for Law Clerks/Government Employees

TABLES:
$750 for a table and 10 guest admissions
Members may bring their own sign to place on a table for $150.



October
18
2025
BANKRUPTCY PRACTICE WITHOUT PITFALLS: NAVIGATING ETHICS, FEES, TECH, AND REPORTING DUTIES

Webinar via Zoom


This CLE program will ONLY be available as a WEBINAR via Zoom


BANKRUPTCY PRACTICE WITHOUT PITFALLS: NAVIGATING ETHICS, FEES, TECH, AND REPORTING DUTIES

11:00am - 12:30pm

(general meeting announcements at 10:45)


Speakers: 
  • Amanda M. Moghaddam, Esq. | Claims Attorney, Lawyers Mutual Insurance Co.
  • Misty Perry Isaacson, Esq. | Pagter & Perry Isaacson, APLC

1.5 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50  | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $150.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.





September
18
2025
CDCBAA QUARTERLY REVIEW

Webinar via Zoom


NOTE: This special Zoom program (and 1 other scheduled this year) is exclusive to cdcbaa members. Join now!

QUARTERLY REVIEW
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Speakers:
  • Hon. Meredith Jury | Bankruptcy Judge (Ret.)
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel RHM Law LLP

Judge Jury and Jon Hayes will discuss a couple of recent cases of interest to consumer bankruptcy attorneys. They will take questions from attendees about the cases.  The webinar will be a roundtable session as there is time to discuss matters of interest to our members.


1 Hour of CLE Credit Provided

ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $150.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




September
06
2025
10TH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING SYMPOSIUM: THE FUTURE OF BANKRUPTCY

Webinar via Zoom


This CLE program will ONLY be available as a WEBINAR via Zoom


10TH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING SYMPOSIUM: THE FUTURE OF BANKRUPTCY
11:00am - 1:00pm

(general meeting announcements at 10:45)


Speakers: 
  • Prof. Melissa B. Jacoby, Esq | Graham Kenan Professor of Law at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Hon. William J. Lafferty III | Bankruptcy Judge, Northern District of California (Oakland) and Judge on the Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel
  • Hon. Deborah Saltzman | Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California (Los Angeles)
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel, RHM Law LLP

This program will feature a roundtable discussion on the future of bankruptcy law and practice. The panelists will engage in a substantive dialogue centered on Professor Melissa Jacoby’s recent book, Unjust Debts: How Our Bankruptcy System Makes America More Unequal. Using the book as a foundation, the discussion will explore current challenges within the bankruptcy system and examine potential reforms to promote greater fairness and effectiveness moving forward.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members
$100   | Non-Members*
$75  | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $150.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.





July
19
2025
MORTGAGES AND FORECLOSURE ISSUES + HOT TOPICS IN CHAPTER 13

Webinar via Zoom


This CLE program will ONLY be available as a WEBINAR via Zoom


MORTGAGES AND FORECLOSURE ISSUES
11:00am - 12:00pm

(general meeting announcements at 10:45)


Speakers: 
  • Louis Esbin, Esq. | Law Offices of Louis J. Esbin
  • Christina Carter, Esq. | Western Law Group
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


HOT TOPICS IN CHAPTER 13
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Speakers: 
  • Aki Koyama, Esq. | Senior Staff Attorney - Chapter 13 Trustee, Kathy Dockery
  • Nancy Clark, Esq. | Borowitz & Clark, LLP
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50  | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $150.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.





June
25
2025
CDCBAA QUARTERLY REVIEW

Webinar via Zoom


NOTE: This special Zoom program (and 2 others scheduled this year) is exclusive to cdcbaa members. Join now!

QUARTERLY REVIEW
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Speakers:
  • Hon. Meredith Jury | Bankruptcy Judge (Ret.)
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel RHM Law LLP

Judge Jury and Jon Hayes will discuss a couple of recent cases of interest to consumer bankruptcy attorneys. They will take questions from attendees about the cases.  The webinar will be a roundtable session as there is time to discuss matters of interest to our members.


1 Hour of CLE Credit Provided

ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




June
21
2025
RECENT DEVELOPMENTS, TAXES AND BANKRUPTCY

Webinar via Zoom


This CLE program will ONLY be available as a WEBINAR via Zoom


RECENT DEVELOPMENTS, TAXES AND BANKRUPTCY
An update on taxes and bankruptcy from the panelists of last year's popular program.

11:00am - 1:00pm

(general meeting announcements at 10:45)


Speakers: 
  • Najah Shariff | Assistant United States Attorney - Tax and Bankruptcy Section of the United States Attorney's Office, Central District of California
  • Steven Walker | Law Offices of Steven L. Walker
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50  | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.





May
10
2025
ALL THINGS EXEMPTIONS

Webinar via Zoom


This CLE program will ONLY be available as a WEBINAR via Zoom


ALL THINGS EXEMPTIONS
11:00am - 1:00pm

(general meeting announcements at 10:45)


Speakers:
  • Jenny L. Doling, Esq. | J. Doling Law, P.C.
  • Richard G. Heston, Esq. | Heston & Heston
  • Larry Simons, Esq. | Chapter 7 Trustee
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided


ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50  | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




March
26
2025
CDCBAA QUARTERLY REVIEW

Webinar via Zoom


NOTE: This special Zoom program (and 3 others scheduled this year) is exclusive to cdcbaa members. Join now!

QUARTERLY REVIEW
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Speakers:
  • Hon. Meredith Jury | Bankruptcy Judge (Ret.)
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel RHM Law LLP

Judge Jury and Jon Hayes will discuss a couple of recent cases of interest to consumer bankruptcy attorneys. They will take questions from attendees about the cases.  The webinar will be a roundtable session as there is time to discuss matters of interest to our members.


1 Hour of CLE Credit Provided

ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




March
15
2025
MEET THE CHAPTER 7 TRUSTEES

Webinar via Zoom


This CLE program will ONLY be available as a WEBINAR via Zoom


MEET THE CHAPTER 7 TRUSTEES
11:00am - 1:00pm

(general meeting announcements at 10:45)


Speakers:
  • Wesley H. Avery | Chapter 7 Trustee, Los Angeles Division;
  • Jeremy W. Faith | Chapter 7 Trustee, San Fernando Valley and Northern Divisions;
  • Jeffrey I. Golden | Chapter 7 Trustee, Santa Ana Division;
  • Amy L. Goldman | Chapter 7 Trustee, San Fernando Valley and Northern Divisions;
  • David M. Goodrich | Chapter 7 Trustee, Los Angeles Division;
  • Lucy Mavyan, Esq. | Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided

ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50  | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




February
08
2025
NOMENCLATURE AND DEFINITIONS OF THE BANKRUPTCY CODE

In Person at Southwestern Law School and remote via Zoom


This CLE program will be held in person at Southwestern Law School. If you will be attending in person, please send your RSVP to CDCBAA Administrator Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com. 
NOTE: $15 CASH ONLY PARKING.

NOTE: This program will also be available as a WEBINAR via Zoom.

NOMENCLATURE AND DEFINITIONS OF THE BANKRUPTCY CODE

When a judge and two experienced attorneys talk about definitions, what at first seemed basic, leads to interesting case law and discussion with twists and turns that are in fact, nuanced.


11:00am - 1:00pm

(general meeting announcements at 10:45)


Speakers:
  • Hon. Ronald Clifford III | Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California - Northern Division;
  • Steven R. Fox, Esq. | The Fox Law Corporation;
  • Sandford L. Frey, Esq. | Leech Tishman;
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided

ATTENDANCE FEE
: 
FREE | Members
$75   | Non-Members*
$50  | 
Government/Non-Profit/Co-Sponsor Organization Members

*If you are not currently a 2025 CDCBAA member, JOIN NOW for $250.


Contact Linda Righi at cdcbaa@gmail.com for Zoom Remote Meeting License and related materials to participate in this CLE. 


Within 48-72 hours after the program concludes, you will receive your CLE Completion Certificate.




January
25
2025
19TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2024

Webinar via Zoom


19TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2024


Speakers:  
  • Hon. Robert Faris | Chief Judge, 9th Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel, and District of Hawaii; 
  • Hon. Theodor Albert | Chief Judge, Central District of California, Santa Ana Division;
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel RHM Law LLP;
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


This annual review of Ninth Circuit cases is extremely popular, so you`re encouraged to renew / join and sign up as soon as possible. Payments made after 12:00pm on January 23rd will not guarantee admittance to the January 25th program.


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




January
25
2025
*19TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2024

Webinar via Zoom


19TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2024


Speakers:  
  • Hon. Robert Faris | Chief Judge, 9th Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel, and District of Hawaii; 
  • Hon. Theodor Albert | Chief Judge, Central District of California, Santa Ana Division;
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel RHM Law LLP;
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


This annual review of Ninth Circuit cases is extremely popular, so you`re encouraged to renew / join and sign up as soon as possible. Payments made after 12:00pm on January 23rd will not guarantee admittance to the January 25th program.


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




November
14
2024
2024 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

Sheraton Universal Hotel - 333 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA 91608


Hon. Julia W. Brand -2024 Calvin Ashland Judge of the Year

Location: Skyview Ballroom -- 21st Floor of the Sheraton Universal Hotel
333 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA 91608

Jazz Trio featuring Bruce Campbell
Reception and no-host bar at 6:00 p.m.
followed by dinner and awards presentation at 7:00 p.m.

cdcbaa MEMBERS (MUST LOGIN FOR FREE TICKET):
2024 cdcbaa annual membership fee includes one free ticket to this dinner.
Please complete the form/on-line and indicate your meal preference.
Members must RSVP prior to November 1, 2024 to attend the dinner.

NON-MEMBERS AND GUESTS:
$125 for on-time non-members and guests with RSVP and payment received by 11/01/24
$150 non-member and guests RSVP and payment received after 11/01/24
$175 at the door*

JUDGES | CLERK OF COURT | LAW CLERKS/GOV'T EMPLOYEES:
No charge for Judges or the Clerk of the Court to attend
$100 for Law Clerks/Government Employees

TABLES:
$750 for a table and 10 guest admissions
Members may bring their own sign to place on a table for $150.



October
05
2024
CORPORATE CHAPTER 7 NUTS AND BOLTS + PROPERTY OF THE ESTATE

Webinar via Zoom


CORPORATE CHAPTER 7 NUTS AND BOLTS
Speakers:
  • Anerio V. Altman, Esq. | Lake Forest Bankruptcy; 
  • Howard M. Ehrenberg, Esq. | Greenspoon Marder, Partner | Chapter 7 Trustee, Los Angeles;
  • Steven R. Fox, Esq. | The Fox Law Corporation;
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator

PROPERTY OF THE ESTATE
Speakers:
  • David B. Lally, Esq. | Law Office of David Brian Lally
  • Tom Casey, Esq. | Chapter 7 Trustee, Santa Ana

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




September
14
2024
9TH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM: BANKRUPTCY AND FAMILY LAW - LISTENING TO THE JUDGES

Woodland Hills Campus of University of West Los Angeles - School of Law (UWLA) AND Webinar via Zoom


9TH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM - BANKRUPTCY AND FAMILY LAW: LISTENING TO THE JUDGES

Speakers: 
  • Judge Victoria Kaufman | Bankruptcy Judge, Woodland Hills Division;
  • Judge Martin Barash | Bankruptcy Judge, Woodland Hills Division;
  • Judge Dina Richman | LASC Chatsworth Division;
  • Comm. Amanda S. Park | LASC Van Nuys Division;
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | RHM LAW LLP, Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



June
08
2024
SAVING A HOME AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE: THE INS AND OUTS OF NEW CIVIL CODE 2924m

Woodland Hills Campus of University of West Los Angeles - School of Law (UWLA) AND Webinar via Zoom


"SAVING" A HOME AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE: THE INS AND OUTS OF NEW CIVIL CODE 2924m

Speakers:
  • Susan Paquette, Esq., Senior Trustee Sales Officer and Operations Manager | Witkin & Neal, Inc.;
  • Stephen D. Finestone, Esq., | Finestone Hayes LLP;
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq., Senior Counsel | RHM Law LLP

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided 



May
11
2024
THE TOP 20 COUNTDOWN: COMMON EVIDENTIARY PROBLEMS IN BANKRUPTCY COURT

Woodland Hills Campus of University of West Los Angeles - School of Law (UWLA) AND Webinar via Zoom


THE TOP 20 COUNTDOWN: COMMON EVIDENTIARY PROBLEMS IN BANKRUPTCY COURT

Speakers:
  • Hon. Barry Russell | Judge, Central District of California, Los Angeles Division;
  • J. Scott Bovitz, Esq. | Bovitz & Spitzer;
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




April
20
2024
INTERSECTION OF TAXES AND BANKRUPTCY

Woodland Hills Campus of University West Los Angeles - School of Law (UWLA) AND Webinar via Zoom


INTERSECTION OF TAXES AND BANKRUPTCY

Speakers:
  • Najah Shariff | Assistant United States Attorney - Tax Division of United States Attorney's Office, Central District of California;
  • Steven Walker | Law Offices of Steven L. Walker


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




April
03
2024
NUTS AND BOLTS OF BANKRUPTCY APPEALS (Part 4)

Webinar via Zoom


NUTS AND BOLTS OF BANKRUPTCY APPEALS (Part 4)

Speaker:
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel to RHM Law


1.5 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




March
27
2024
NUTS AND BOLTS OF BANKRUPTCY APPEALS (Part 3)

Webinar via Zoom


NUTS AND BOLTS OF BANKRUPTCY APPEALS (Part 3)

Speaker:
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel to RHM Law


1.5 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




March
20
2024
NUTS AND BOLTS OF BANKRUPTCY APPEALS (Part 2)

Webinar via Zoom


NUTS AND BOLTS OF BANKRUPTCY APPEALS (Part 2)

Speaker:
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel to RHM Law


1.5 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




March
06
2024
NUTS AND BOLTS OF BANKRUPTCY APPEALS (Part 1)

Webinar via Zoom


NUTS AND BOLTS OF BANKRUPTCY APPEALS (Part 1)

Speaker:
  • M. Jonathan Hayes | Senior Counsel to RHM Law


1.5 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




February
24
2024
EXAMINING STUDENT LOAN DISCHARGE: NUTS AND BOLTS OVERVIEW & TRAINING ON DOJ GUIDANCE

Webinar via Zoom


EXAMINIG STUDENT LOAN DISCHARGE: NUTS AND BOLTS OVERVIEW & TRAINING ON DOJ GUIDANCE

Speakers:
  • Hon. Vincent Zurzolo | Judge, Central District of California, Los Angeles Division;
  • Elan Levey, Esq. | Assistant United States Attorney, United States Attorney's Office - Central District of California;
  • John Rao | National Consumer Law Center;
  • Raychelle Tasher, Esq. | Assistant United States Attorney, United States Attorney's Office - Southern District of Florida;
  • Hon. Magdalena Reyes Bordeaux | Judge, Central District of California, Riverside Division | Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




January
27
2024
18TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2023

Webinar via Zoom


18TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2023


Speakers: 

  • Hon. Julia Brand | Judge, Central District of California, Los Angeles Division, and Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel
  • Hon. Elaine Hammond | Judge, Northern District of California, San Jose Division
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Senior Counsel to RHM Law
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




November
09
2023
2023 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

Sheraton Universal Hotel - 333 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA 91608


David M. Goodrich -2023 Calvin Ashland Trustee of the Year

Location: Skyview Ballroom -- 21st Floor of the Sheraton Universal Hotel
333 Universal Hollywood Drive
Universal City, CA 91608



October
21
2023
SOME UNUSUAL ISSUES WITH PROOFS OF CLAIMS: HOW TO AVOID SOME TRAPS AND TO EXPLOIT OTHERS

Webinar via Zoom


SOME UNUSUAL ISSUES WITH PROOFS OF CLAIMS: HOW TO AVOID SOME TRAPS AND TO EXPLOIT OTHERS


Speakers:
  • Hon. Julia Brand | Judge, U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Los Angeles Division
  • Steven Fox, Esq. | The Fox Law Corporation, Inc.
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator

1 Hour of CLE Credit Provided




October
12
2023
MEDIATION FOR MENTEES BROWNBAG WITH JUDGE JURY

Remote-via Zoom


Non-MCLE Credit INFORMATIONAL RECORDED BROWNBAG PROGRAM (View-cdcbaa Members Only)
TOPIC: Judge Meredith Jury (Ret.) explains practical pointers with basics about mediation, what to expect, and how to prepare.



September
23
2023
8th ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM - COMMUNICATING WITH JUDGES: JUDGES ARE PEOPLE TOO

Webinar via Zoom


8th ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM - COMMUNICATING WITH JUDGES: JUDGES ARE PEOPLE TOO


Speakers:

  • Hon. John Owens | Judge, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
  • Hon. Robert Faris | Chief Judge, Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel
  • Prof. Daniel Bussel | UCLA School of Law
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Law Clerk to Hon. William Lafferty - Judge, Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel 
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




August
26
2023
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS + ADVERSARY PROCEEDINGS 101 - Part II

Webinar via Zoom


SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS

Speakers: 

  • John N. Tedford, IV, Esq. | Danning, Gill, Israel & Krasnoff, LLP 
  • Robert S. Marticello, Esq. | Smiley Wang-Ekvall, LLP
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


ADVERSARY PROCEEDINGS 101 - Part II
Speaker:
  • Hon. Wayne Johnson | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Riverside Division
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator 


2.5 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




July
15
2023
WITNESS TESTIMONY - TESTIFYING IN COURT AND AT MEETINGS OF CREDITORS

Webinar via Zoom


WITNESS TESTIMONY - TESTIFYING IN COURT AND AT MEETINGS OF CREDITORS

Speaker:

  • David Lally, Esq. | Law Office of David Brian Lally
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


1 Hour of CLE Credit Provided




June
17
2023
UPDATES IN THE AREA OF DEFAULT INTEREST RATES AND HARD MONEY LOANS + ADVERSARY PROCEEDINGS PART I

Webinar via Zoom


UPDATES IN THE AREA OF DEFAULT INTEREST RATES AND HARD MONEY LOANS

Speakers:

  • Hon. Wayne Johnson | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Riverside Division 
  • Stella Havkin, Esq. | Havkin and Shrago
  • Gerrick Warrington, Esq. | Frandzel Robins Bloom & Csato
  • Michelle Rodriquez, Esq. | Wright, Finlay & Zack
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator


ADVERSARY PROCEEDINGS 101 - Part I

Speaker:

  • Hon. Wayne Johnson | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Riverside Division 
  • Hale Andrew Antico | Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



April
15
2023
STUDENT LOANS

Webinar via Zoom


STUDENT LOANS


Speakers:

  • Hon. Magdalena Reyes Bordeaux | Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California - Riverside Division
  • Hon. Martin Barash | Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California - San Fernando Valley Division
  • Augustus T. Curtis, Esq. | Trial Attorney, U.S. Department of Justice - Civil Division, Commercial Litigation Branch
  • Christine Kingston, Esq. | Surf City Lawyers, APC
  • Elan S. Levey, Esq. | Assistant United States Attorney, United States Attorney's Office
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



March
18
2023
MEET THE BANKRUPTCY COURT CLERK'S OFFICE AND THE JUDGES' CLERKS

Webinar via Zoom


MEET THE BANKRUPTCY COURT CLERK'S OFFICE AND THE JUDGES' CLERKS


Speakers:

  • Kathy Campbell | Executive Officer/Clerk of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California
  • Jeffrey Cozad | Law Clerk to the Honorable Vincent Zurzolo, Central District, Los Angeles Division
  • Ben Varela | Chief Deputy of Operations, United States Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California  
  • John Hermann | Chief Deputy of Administration, United States Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California
  • Wendy Jackson | Operations Supervisor, Riverside Division
  • Thais May | Courtroom Deputy to the Honorable Sandra Klein, Los Angeles Division 
  • Hale Andrew Antico, Esq. | Moderator

1.5 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



February
25
2023
ADMINISTERING ASSETS

Webinar via Zoom


ADMINISTERING ASSETS


Speakers:

  • Wes Avery, Esq. | Chapter 7 and Chapter 12 Trustee, Central District of California
  • Nancy Zamora, Esq. | Chapter 7 Trustee, Central District of California
  • Larry Simons, Esq. | Chapter 7 Trustee, Central District of California 
  • Lucy Mavyan, Esq. | Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



January
28
2023
17TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2022

Webinar via Zoom


17TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2022


Speakers:

  • Hon. Laura Taylor | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Southern District of California, & Chief Judge of the Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel ("BAP") 
  • Hon. Sandra Klein | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




November
10
2022
2022 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

Sheraton Universal Hotel - 333 Universal Hollywood Dr., Universal City, CA 91608


Join us in Honoring 

M. Jonathan Hayes - 2022 Calvin Ashland Attorney of the Year
&
Akihito Koyama - 2022 Thomas B. Donovan Award Recipient

Location: Skyview Ballroom -- 21st Floor of the Sheraton Universal Hotel
333 Universal Hollywood Drive
Universal City, CA 91608



October
15
2022
THE EVER-CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF EXEMPTIONS

Webinar via Zoom


THE EVER-CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF EXEMPTIONS

Expanded from the one-hour program these panelists presented to the OCBA Commercial Law & Bankruptcy Section earlier this year.


Speakers:

  • Hon. Meredith Jury | Ret. Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California - Riverside Division;
  • Jenny Doling, Esq. | J. Doling Law, PC;
  • David Goodrich, Esq. | Weiland Golden Goodrich LLP | Chapter 7 Trustee, Central District of California

1.5 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



September
24
2022
UPDATES FOR THE CHAPTER 13 PRACTITIONER

Webinar via Zoom


UPDATES FOR THE CHAPTER 13 PRACTITIONER 


Speakers:

  • Aki Koyama, Esq. | Senior Staff Attorney - Chapter 13 Trustee, Kathy Dockery
  • Nancy Clark, Esq. | Borowitz & Clark, LLP
  • Misty Perry Isaacson, Esq. | Pagter & Perry Isaacson, APLC

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




July
09
2022
LIENS & MORTGAGES: ISSUES THAT ARISE IN CHAPTER 7, 13 AND 11

Webinar via Zoom


LIENS & MORTGAGES: ISSUES THAT ARISE IN CHAPTER 7, 13 AND 11


Speakers:

  • Jenny Doling, Esq.  | J. Doling Law PC
  • Steven Fox, Esq. | The Fox Law Corporation, Inc.
  • Nicholas Gebelt, Esq. | Law Offices of Nicholas Gebelt
  • Roksana D. Moradi-Brovia, Esq. | Resnik Hayes Moradi Law LLP

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




June
11
2022
MEET THE US TRUSTEE AND HIS STAFF

Webinar via Zoom


MEET THE US TRUSTEE AND HIS STAFF


Speakers:

  • Peter Anderson, US Trustee for Region 16
  • Jack Arutyunyan, Regional Auditor
  • Jill Sturtevant, Assistant US Trustee
  • Abram Feuerstein, Assistant US Trustee
  • Kenneth Misken, Assistant US Trustee
  • Kate Bunker, Trial Attorney
  • Everett Green, Trial Attorney

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



April
23
2022
TAXES & BANKRUPTCY

Webinar via Zoom


TAXES & BANKRUPTCY


Speakers:

  • Najah Shariff, Esq. | Assistant United States Attorney - Tax Division of United States Attorney's Office, Central District of California;
  • Steven Walker, Esq. | Law Offices of Steven L. Walker

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




March
26
2022
ADVANCED COLLECTION TECHNIQUES + HOW DOES CREDIT WORK DURING AND POST BANKRUPTCY?

Webinar via Zoom


ADVANCED COLLECTION TECHNIQUES


Covering: OSCs re contempt, prejudgment writs of attachment, writs of execution, keepers, appropriate uses of lis pendens, nuts and bolts from the creditor's perspective.

Speakers:

  • Kelly Sweeney, Esq. | Sweeney & Kelble, APC
  • James Selth, Esq. | Weintraub & Selth, APC


HOW DOES CREDIT WORK DURING AND POST BANKRUPTCY?
Speakers:
  • Daniela Romero, Esq. | Law Office of Daniela P. Romero
  • Philip Tirone | Credit Repair Specialist from 720 Credit Score

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




February
26
2022
THE AUTOMATIC STAY AFTER FULTON v. CITY OF CHICAGO AND BEYOND

Webinar via Zoom


THE AUTOMATIC STAY AFTER FULTON v. CITY OF CHICAGO AND BEYOND


Speakers:

  • Hon. Neil Bason | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - CDCA, Los Angeles Division
  • Randall Mroczynski, Esq. | Cooksey Toolen Gage Duffy Woog 
  • Raymond Aver, Esq. | Aver Law Firm

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided





January
29
2022
16TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2021

Webinar via Zoom


16TH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2021


Speakers:

  • Hon. Deborah Saltzman | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California
  • Hon. Scott Gan | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of Arizona
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Resnik Hayes Moradi LLP

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided





November
04
2021
2021 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER: JOIN US FOR A CELEBRATION TO HONOR THE HON. MAUREEN A. TIGHE

Sheraton Universal Hotel - 333 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA 91608


The Hon. Maureen A. Tighe is this year's Calvin Ashland Judge of the Year! 






October
09
2021
MIND YOUR Ps AND Qs (AND Os): THE 522 (HOMESTEAD) EXEMPTIONS

Webinar via Zoom


MIND YOUR Ps AND Qs (AND Os): THE 522 (HOMESTEAD) EXEMPTIONS


Speakers:

  • Brandon J. Iskander, Esq. | Shulman Bastian Friedman & Bui LLP
  • Derek W. May, Esq. | Law Office of Derek W. May

1.25 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




September
18
2021
MEET THE CHAPTER 13 TRUSTEES' STAFF ATTORNEYS

Webinar via Zoom


MEET THE CHAPTER 13 TRUSTEES' STAFF ATTORNEYS


Speakers:

  • Aki Koyama, Esq. | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee Kathy Dockery
  • Brian Wirsching, Esq. | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee Amrane Cohen
  • Masako Okuda, Esq. | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee Nancy Curry
  • Renee Blume, Esq. | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee Elizabeth Rojas

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided





July
10
2021
SALES IN BANKRUPTCY + NONLAWYER PROFESSIONALS IN BANKRUPTCY

Webinar via Zoom


SALES IN BANKRUPTCY: SECTION 363(f) ISSUES; CAPITAL GAINS ISSUES; HOW DO TRUSTEES DEAL WITH SALES

Speakers:
  • Wes Avery, Esq. | Chapter 7 Trustee
  • Stella Havkin, Esq. | Havkin & Shrago
  • Nancy Zamora, Esq. | Chapter 7 Trustee


NONLAWYER PROFESSIONALS IN BANKRUPTCY

COVERING: CPAs, APPRAISERS, REAL ESTATE AGENT/BROKERS, TURNAROUND/RESTRUCTURING PROFESSIONALS, PARALEGALS

Speakers:

  • Ron Bender, Esq. | Levene, Neale, Bender, Yoo & Brill LLP
  • Steve Fox, Esq. | The Fox Law Corporation, Inc.
  • Jeff Golden, Esq. | Chapter 7 Trustee
  • Richard Laski, Esq. | Wilshire Partners of CA


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



June
12
2021
THE FIGHT AGAINST AN ALARMING TREND: SECTION 706(b) MOTIONS, AND STATE COURT COMES TO BANKRUPTCY COURT

Webinar via Zoom


THE FIGHT AGAINST AN ALARMING TREND: SECTION 706(b) MOTIONS, AND STATE COURT COMES TO BANKRUPTCY COURT


Speakers:

  • Nicholas Gebelt, Esq. | Law Offices of Nicholas Gebelt
  • Robert Aronson, Esq. | Law Office of Robert M. Aronson
  • James Selth, Esq. | Weintraub & Selth, APC


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




May
08
2021
LIEN STRIPPING 101, AND FAMILY LAW AND BK CROSSOVER

Webinar via Zoom


FAMILY LAW AND BK CROSSOVER

Speakers:

  • Hon. Mark Wallace | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Santa Ana Division
  • Hon. Wayne Johnson | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Riverside Division
  • Summer Shaw, Esq. | Shaw & Hanover, PC

LIEN STRIPPING 101

Speaker:

  • Hon. Wayne Johnson | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Riverside Division

2 Hours MCLE Credit Provided



March
20
2021
EVIDENCE

Webinar via Zoom


EVIDENCE


Speakers:

  • Barry Russell | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Los Angeles Division
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Resnik Hayes Moradi LLP


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



February
20
2021
ONE YEAR INTO SBRA: MEET THE SUBCHAPTER V TRUSTEES

Webinar via Zoom


ONE YEAR INTO SBRA: MEET THE SUBCHAPTER V TRUSTEES


Speakers:

  • Doug Flahaut (LA)
  • Caroline Djang (RV)
  • Susan Seflin (SFV)
  • Rob Goe (OC)
  • Greg Jones (LA)
  • Moderated by Todd Turoci


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



February
11
2021
NEW 2021 COVID-19 BANKRUPTCY STATUTES

Webinar via Zoom


'Brown Bag' Webinar

On 12/27/2020 the President signed into law the Consolidated Appropriations Act Of 2021 (CAA), a $900 billion stimulus bill that modifies the CARES Act legislation which became law in the spring of 2020. This webinar will examine the primary ways in which the CAA impacts the Bankruptcy Code.


Speakers:

  • Aki Koyama, Esq. | Senior Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee Kathy Dockery
  • Jeffrey Hagen, Esq. | Law Offices of Hagen & Hagen

1 Hour of MCLE Credit Provided



January
23
2021
15th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2020

Webinar via Zoom


15th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2020


Speakers:

  • Hon. Neil W. Bason | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California
  • Hon. William Lafferty | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Northern District of California
  • Prof. M. Jonathan Hayes | Resnik Hayes Moradi LLP


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



October
10
2020
CONFESSIONS OF JUDGMENT - UCC1 AND SECTION 552 INTERPLAY

Webinar via Zoom


Confessions of Judgment - UCC1 and Section 552 Interplay and Bankruptcy Criminal Fraud, BPPs and Hijacked Cases


Speakers:

  • Hon. Julia Brand | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Los Angeles Division
  • Stella Havkin, Esq. | Havkin & Shrago
  • Tamar Terzian, Esq. | Brutzkus Gubner

Speakers:

  • Jolene Tanner, Esq. | Assistant U.S. Attorney (IRS)
  • Ron Maroko, Esq. | Trial Attorney, Office of the U.S. Trustee

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



September
12
2020
SEVENTH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING SYMPOSIUM: ISSUE AND CLAIM PRECLUSION

Webinar via Zoom


SEVENTH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING SYMPOSIUM: ISSUE AND CLAIM PRECLUSION


Speakers:

  • Hon. Meredith Jury (ret.) | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Riverside Division
  • Hon. Laura Taylor | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Southern District of California
  • Prof. M. Jonathan Hayes | Resnik Hayes Moradi LLP

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



July
18
2020
MEET THE CHAPTER 7 TRUSTEES

Webinar via Zoom ONLY


MEET THE CHAPTER 7 TRUSTEES


Speakers:

  • Tom Casey (Orange County)
  • Jeremy Faith (Santa Barbara)
  • Sam Leslie (Los Angeles)
  • Larry Simons (Riverside)
  • Nancy Zamora (Woodland Hills)

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



June
13
2020
SHOULD I APPEAL?

Webinar via Zoom ONLY


SHOULD I APPEAL?


Speakers:

  • Hon. Meredith Jury (ret.)
  • Summer Shaw, Esq. | Shaw & Hanover PC
  • Chad Haes, Esq. | Marshack Hays LLP 

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



May
30
2020
CARES ACT - ADJUSTING TO THE NEW LANDSCAPE AND UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT ON SMALL BUSINESS SUBCHAPTER 5

Webinar via Zoom ONLY


CARES ACT - ADJUSTING TO THE NEW LANDSCAPE AND UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT ON SMALL BUSINESS SUBCHAPTER 5


Speakers:

  • Aki Koyama, Esq. - Staff Attorney to Chapter 13 Trustee Kathy Dockery
  • Nancy Clark, Esq. 
  • Nicholas Gebelt, Esq.
  • Jon Hayes, Esq.

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



March
14
2020
THE OTHER BAR AND DETECTING PSYCHOPATHS IN THE LEGAL FIELD

Location Change: Webinar via Zoom ONLY


THE OTHER BAR AND DETECTING PSYCHOPATHS IN THE LEGAL FIELD

Speakers:

"The Other Bar" | Presented by Greg Dorst
"Detecting Psychopaths in the Legal Field" | Presented by Kathy Bazoian Phelps

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




February
29
2020
Attorney Conduct and What to Do to Avoid Disgorgement and Sanctions The Interplay Between 11 U.S.C. §§329(b), 526 & 707(b)(4) and FRBP 2017 & 9011

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


Attorney Conduct and What to Do to Avoid Disgorgement and Sanctions The Interplay Between 11 U.S.C. §§329(b), 526 & 707(b)(4) and FRBP 2017 & 9011


Speakers: 

  • Hon. Neil W. Bason | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Los Angeles Division
  • Wesley H. Avery, Esq. | Chapter 7 and Chapter 12 Trustee
  • Ron Maroko, Esq. | Trial Attorney, U.S. Trustee
  • Tamar Terzian, Esq. | Terzian Law Partners, APC


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




January
18
2020
14th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2019

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


14th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2019

Speakers: 
  • Judge Julia W. Brand | U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California
  • Retired Judge Christopher Klein | U. S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of California
  • Professor M. Jonathan Hayes | Resnik Hayes Moradi LLP

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




November
07
2019
2019 Calvin Ashland Awards Dinner: Join us for a Night of Celebration to Honor Howard M. Ehrenberg- Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 7pm

The L.A. Grand Hotel 333. South Figuera St. Los ANGELES, CA. 90071


Howard M. Ehrenberg is this years' Calvin Ashland Trustee of the Year! 

Date: Thursday, November 7, 2019 
Location: The L.A. Grand Hotel DTLA (Pacific Ballroom)




October
19
2019
HOT TOPICS IN CHAPTER 13

Southwestern Law School-Westmoreland Building, 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


HOT TOPICS IN CHAPTER 13


Speakers:

  • Nancy Clark, Esq. | Borowitz & Clark
  • Renee Blume, Esq. | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee, Elizabeth Rojas  
  • Aki Koyama, Esq. | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee, Kathy Dockery
  • Masako Okuda, Esq. | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee, Nancy Curry

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided






September
07
2019
SIXTH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM - SUPREME COURT: IN re TAGGART, DISCHARGE VIOLATIONS

Southwestern Law School-Westmoreland Building, 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


SIXTH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM - SUPREME COURT: IN re TAGGART, DISCHARGE VIOLATIONS


Speakers:

  • Daniel L. Geyser; Dallas, TX
  • Prof. Dan Bussel; University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law
  • M. Jonathan Hayes; Resnik Hayes Moradi, LLP


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




July
13
2019
PROTECTING YOUR CLIENTS FROM THE PERILS OF FRAUDULENT TRANSFERS

Southwestern Law School-Bullocks Wilshire Building, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


PROTECTING YOUR CLIENTS FROM THE PERILS OF FRAUDULENT TRANSFERS

Speakers:
  • Robert M. Aronson, Esq. | Aronson Law Group  
  • Wesley H. Avery, Esq. | Chapter 7 Trustee  
  • Nicholas Gebelt, Esq. | Law Offices of Nicholas Gebelt

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




June
08
2019
JUDGES ON TRIAL!

Southwestern Law School-Bullocks Wilshire Building, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


JUDGES ON TRIAL!


Speakers:

  • Hon. Catherine E. Bauer | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Santa Ana Division
  • Hon. Ernest M. Robles | U. S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Los Angeles Division
  • Hon. Martin R. Barash | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, San Fernando Division
  • Moderator: Anerio V. Altman, Esq.


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided

 




April
06
2019
LAW FIRM MANAGEMENT, MARKETING AND ETHICS

Southwestern Law School-Westmoreland Building, 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


LAW FIRM MANAGEMENT, MARKETING AND ETHICS


Speakers: 

  • Steven R. Fox, Esq. | The Fox Law Corporation
  • Howard Raff, Financial Advisor | Diversified Securities, Inc.
  • James R. Felton, Esq. | Greenberg & Bass
  • Marty Rudoy, Esq. | Rudoy Law
  • Arthur L. Margolis, Esq. | Margolis and Margolis


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




March
16
2019
INTERSECTION OF BANKRUPTCY AND PROBATE

Southwestern Law School-Westmoreland Building, 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


INTERSECTION OF BANKRUPTCY AND PROBATE


Speakers: 

  • Hon. Meredith A. Jury (ret.) | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Riverside Division 
  • Daniel Koontz, Esq. | Clerk to the Hon. Ernest M. Robles
  • Alan W. Forsley, Esq. | Fredman Lieberman Pearl LLP
  • Stella Havkin, Esq. | Havkin & Shrago
  • Patrick T. Green, Esq. | Fitzgerald & Green

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



February
23
2019
EVERYTHING PROOFS OF CLAIM: Informal POCs; filing a formal POC, What are the Requirements; Claim Objections, including burdens of proof, grounds, etc.; claim amendments; who needs to file a proof of claim; consent to jurisdiction.

Southwestern Law School, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


EVERYTHING PROOFS OF CLAIM: Informal POCs; filing a formal POC, What are the Requirements; Claim Objections, including burdens of proof, grounds, etc.; claim amendments; who needs to file a proof of claim; consent to jurisdiction.


Speakers: 

  • Vincent Zurzolo, U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Los Angeles Division 
  • Nancy Zamora, Chapter 7 Trustee 
  • Nina Javan, new cdcbaa Board Member 


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided

 

 




January
12
2019
13th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2018

Southwestern Law School, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided

 




October
13
2018
NEW CHAPTER 13 PLAN, RARA AND FEE APPLICATIONS

Southwestern Law School, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


NEW CHAPTER 13 PLAN, RARA AND FEE APPLICATIONS


Speakers:

  • Hon. Mark D. Houle | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Riverside
  • Aki Koyami, Esq. | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee Kathy Dockery
  • Nicholas Gebelt, Esq. | Law Offices of Nicholas Gebelt


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




September
29
2018
INDIVIDUAL CHAPTER 11s

Southwestern Law School, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


INDIVIDUAL CHAPTER 11s


Speakers: 

  • Hon. Neil W. Bason | Central District of California
  • Steven Fox, Esq. | Law Offices of Steven B. Fox
  • Stella Havkin, Esq. | Havkin & Shrago
  • Peter M. Lively, Esq. | Law Office of Peter M. Lively
  • Dennis McGoldrick, Esq. | Law Office of Dennis McGoldrick


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided

 




July
21
2018
FIFTH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM: ETHICS AND GETTING PAID

Southwestern Law School, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


FIFTH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM: ETHICS AND GETTING PAID


Speakers: 

  • Hon. Erithe A. Smith, U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Central District of California, Santa Ana Division
  • Nancy B. Rapoport, Esq.
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq.

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




June
09
2018
AUTOMATIC STAY AND DISCHARGE INJUNCTION VIOLATIONS

Southwestern Law School, Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


AUTOMATIC STAY AND DISCHARGE INJUNCTION VIOLATIONS


Speakers: 

  • Christopher P. Burke, Esq.
  • Raymond H. Aver, Esq.
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq., Moderator
     

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




April
28
2018
MEET THE CHAPTER 7 TRUSTEES

Southwestern Law School, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


MEET THE CHAPTER 7 TRUSTEES


Speakers:

  • Amy L. Goldman, Esq. | Lewis Brisbois
  • David M. Goodrich, Esq. | Weiland Golden Goodrich LLP
  • Jason M. Rund, Esq. | Sheridan & Rund PC
  • Jeffrey I. Golden, Esq. | Weiland Golden Goodrich LLP
  • Wesley Avery, Esq. | Law Offices of Wesley H. Avery, APC


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided 




March
17
2018
STUDENT LOAN DISCHARGEABILITY

Southwestern Law School, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


STUDENT LOAN DISCHARGEABILITY


Speakers: 

  • Leigh E. Ferrin, Esq. - Public Law Center
  • Christine E. Kingston, Esq.
  • Austin C. Smith, Esq.


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




February
24
2018
FINANCIAL ELDER ABUSE

Southwestern Law School, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010


FINANCIAL ELDER ABUSE


Speakers: 

  • Hon. Meredith A. Jury | United States Bankruptcy Court Central District of California Riverside Division
  • Hon. Martin R. Barash | United States Bankruptcy Court Central District of California San Fernando Valley Division
  • Allyson Young | L.A. County Elder Abuse Forensic Center
  • Molly Davies | WISE and Healthy Aging, Elder Abuse Prevention and Ombudsman Services, Inc.
  • James Preis | Mental Health Advocacy Services, Inc. 


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided

 




January
27
2018
12th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2017

Loyola Law School, Merrifield Hall, 919 Albany Street, Los Angeles CA 90015


12th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2017


Speakers:

  • Hon. Julia Brand | Judge Central District of California and Judge of the 9th Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel
  • Hon. Charles Novack | Judge Northern District of California, Oakland Division
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Simon Resnik Hayes, LLP


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




November
09
2017
2017 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

The L.A. Hotel (formerly the Marriott Hotel) - Pacific Ballroom - 333. S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071



 

 




October
21
2017
SETTLEMENTS IN BANKRUPTCY AND ADVERSARY CASES

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


SETTLEMENTS IN BANKRUPTCY AND ADVERSARY CASES


Speakers:

  • Hon. Neil W. Bason | Central District of California
  • Stella Havkin, Esq. | Havkin & Shrago
  • Raymond H. Aver, Esq. | Law Offices of Raymond H. Aver
  • James Selth, Esq. | Weintraub, Selth & Nguyen APC


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




September
23
2017
FOURTH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM - EXEMPTIONS: IS BAD FAITH A FACTOR OR NOT?

The Olympic Collection: 11301 Olympic Boulevard, Suite 204, Los Angeles, CA 90064


FOURTH ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM - EXEMPTIONS: IS BAD FAITH A FACTOR OR NOT?


Speakers: 
  • Hon. Theodor Albert - Central District of California
  • Prof. Mark S. Scarberry - Pepperdine University School of Law
  • John N. Tedford, IV - Danning, Gill, Diamond & Kollitz LLP
  • M. Jonathan Hayes - Simon Resnik Hayes LLP

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



August
19
2017
UPCOMING CHANGES IN THE CHAPTER 13 RULES AND PLAN

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


UPCOMING CHANGES IN THE CHAPTER 13 RULES AND PLAN


Speakers: 
  • Hon. Meredith A. Jury | U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Riverside Division 
  • Akihito Koyama, Esq. | Senior Staff Attorney to Chapter 13 Trustee Kathy Dockery
  • Nancy B. Clark, Esq. | Borowitz & Clark


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided 




June
24
2017
UNDERSTANDING MIDLAND FUNDING v. JOHNSON

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


UNDERSTANDING MIDLAND FUNDING v. JOHNSON


Speakers:

  • Tara Twomey; National Consumer Bankruptcy Rights Center
  • Whitman L. Holt; Klee, Tuchin, Bogdanoff & Stern LLP
  • Robert J. Pfister; Klee, Tuchin, Bogdanoff & Stern LLP 


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




April
29
2017
MEET THE COURT CLERK: WHAT GOES ON BEHIND THE CLERK'S WINDOW

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


MEET THE COURT CLERK: WHAT GOES ON BEHIND THE CLERK'S WINDOW


Speakers

  • 10:30-11:00: Akihito Koyama, Senior Staff Attorney to Chapter 13 Trustee Kathy Dockery 
  • 11:00-12:00: Kathy Campbell, Clerk of the Court, Central District of California and Jeff Cozad, Law Clerk to Hon. Vincent Zurzolo 
  • 12:00-1:00: Hon. Martin Barash 


2.5 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




March
18
2017
BANKRUPTCY APPEALS: IT'S NOT AS HARD AS IT LOOKS

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


BANKRUPTCY APPEALS: IT'S NOT AS HARD AS IT LOOKS


Speakers:

  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Simon Resnik Hayes, LLP
  • Sarah Stevenson, Esq. | BAP Staff Attorney
  • C. Hunter Hayes, Esq. | Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




February
11
2017
WHY USE THE COURT'S MEDIATION PROGRAM IN CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY CASES

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 4th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


WHY USE THE COURT'S MEDIATION PROGRAM IN CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY CASES


Speakers:

  • Hon. Barry Russell 
  • David B. Lally, Esq. | Law Office of David B. Lally
  • J. Scott Bovitz, Esq. | Bovitz & Spitzer


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




January
28
2017
11th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2016

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


11th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2016


Speakers:

  • Hon. Vincent Zurzolo | Judge Central District of California
  • Hon. Laura Taylor | Chief Judge, Southern District of California and Judge of the 9th Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Simon Resnik Hayes


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




November
03
2016
2016 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

The L.A. Hotel (formerly the Marriott Hotel) - Pacific Ballroom - 333 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071


Reception and no-host bar at 6:00pm followed by dinner and awards presentation at 7:00pm




October
15
2016
ANATOMY OF A CHAPTER 7 ASSET CASE

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


ANATOMY OF A CHAPTER 7 ASSET CASE


Speakers:

  • Stella Havkin
  • Dennis McGoldrick
  • David R. Hagen
  • Wesley H. Avery

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



September
24
2016
RECOVERING THE REPOED VEHICLE

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Bullocks Wilshire Building, 1st Floor, Julian Dixon Courtroom, Los Angeles, CA 90010


RECOVERING THE REPOED VEHICLE


Speakers:

  • Louis J. Esbin - Certified Bankruptcy Specialist - Past President cdcbaa 2008 - Law Office of Louis J. Esbin
  • Peter M. Lively, JD, MBA - President cdcbaa 2017 - Law Office of Peter M. Lively
  • David A. Tilem - Certified Bankruptcy Specialist - Past President cdcbaa 2005 - Law Office of David Tilem


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided 

 

 

 

 




September
19
2016
EARLE HAGEN MEMORIAL GOLF, TENNIS AND POKER TOURNAMENT

LOCATION: TBD


Public Counsel and the cdcbaa will host The Earle Hagen Memorial Golf, Tennis and Poker Tournament at the Porter Valley Country Club in Los Angeles. The Tournament is attended by lawyers, judges and many other senior members of the Los Angeles legal community, and it is named in honor of Earle Hagen, a respected member of the bankruptcy bar for over 40 years.




August
13
2016
THIRD ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM - JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY: INTERPRETING THE BANKRUPTCY CODE

SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER: 2701 N. Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90049


THIRD ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM - JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY:  INTERPRETING THE BANKRUPTCY CODE


Speakers:
 
  • Hon. Paul Watford; Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
  • Dean Erwin Chemerinsky, University of California, Irvine, School of Law
  • Co-Moderator: Hon. Martin Barash; Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California
  • Co-Moderator: M. Jonathan Hayes; Simon, Resnik, Hayes LLP

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided
  
 
 



July
23
2016
FUNDAMENTALS FOR ''FINALIZING'' A CHAPTER 13 CASE

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


FUNDAMENTALS FOR ''FINALIZING'' A CHAPTER 13 CASE


Speakers: 

  • Aki Koyama, Esq. | Senior Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee Kathy Dockery
  • Jeffrey J. Hagen, Esq. | Law Offices of Hagen and Hagen
  • S. Renee Sawyer-Blume, Esq. | Simon Resnik Hayes, LLP
  • Nancy B. Clark, Esq. | Borowitz and Clark, LLP

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided

 




June
18
2016
ETHICS

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


ETHICS


Speakers: 

  • Judge Maureen Tighe
  • Ron Maroko
  • Dennis McGoldrick

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




March
26
2016
INTERSECTION OF BANKRUPTCY AND FAMILY LAW

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


INTERSECTION OF BANKRUPTCY AND FAMILY LAW 


Speakers: 

  • Judge Ernest Robles
  • Pat Green, Esq.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




February
27
2016
SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ELIMINATION OF BIAS

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ELIMINATION OF BIAS


Speakers: 

  • Nancy B. Clark, Esq.
  • Roksana D. Moradi, Esq.
  • Magdalena Reyes Bordeaux, Esq.


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




January
30
2016
10th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2015

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


10th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2015


Speakers: 

  • Hon. Meredith Jury
  • Hon. Julia Brand
  • M. Jonathan Hayes - Simon Resnik Hayes


2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided




November
05
2015
2015 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

The L.A. Grand (formerly the Marriott Hotel) - Grand Ballroom - 333 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071


Please join us for a night of celebration to honor James T. King, this year's Calvin Ashland Attorney of the Year.  Keynote address by the Honorable Richard Paez, Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

The dinner will be held in the L.A. Grand (formerly the Marriot Hotel) Grand Ballroom.
333 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071.

Reception and no-host bar at 6:00 p.m. followed by dinner and awards presentation at 7:00p.m.

Please download the flyer for additional information.




October
17
2015
HOW TO BE APPEALING TO THE BANKRUPTCY APPELLATE PANEL

Southwestern Law School, 3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010


HOW TO BE APPEALING TO THE BANKRUPTCY APPELLATE PANEL


Speakers: 

  • The Honorable Bankruptcy Judge Barry Russell
  • Susan M. Spraul - Clerk of the Ninth Circuit BAP
  • Kathleen J. McCarthy

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




September
19
2015
SECOND ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM

Southwestern Law School 3050 Wilshire Boulevard Westmoreland Building - 6th Floor - Room W611, Los Angeles, CA 90010


DEAR CONGRESS: CHAPTER 13 COULD USE A LITTLE HELP!


Speakers:

  • Judge Keith Lundin - Chief Judge Middle District of Tennessee
  • Henry Hildebrand - Chapter 13 Trustee Nashville, Tennessee
  • Judge Meredith Jury - Central District of California Riverside Division
  • Professor Katie Porter - University of California Irvine, School of Law; Aki Koyama - Staff Attorney to Kathy Dockery, Chapter 13 Trustee
  • Moderator: M. Jonathan Hayes, Simon Resnik Hayes LLP

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




July
18
2015
MEET THE CHAPTER 13 STAFF ATTORNEYS

Southwestern Law School. 3050 Wilshire Boulevard. Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor. Los Angeles, CA 90010


MEET THE CHAPTER 13 STAFF ATTORNEYS


Speakers:

  • Aki Koyama | Staff Attorney to Kathy Dockery
  • Elizabeth Schneider | Staff Attorney to Rod Danielson
  • Jay Chien | Staff Attorney to Amrane Cohen
  • Masako Okuda | Staff Attorney to Nancy Curry
  • Angela Gil | Staff Attorney to Kathy Dockery
  • Moderator: Nancy B. Clark | Borowitz and Clark

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




June
20
2015
HANDLING TAX DEBT DISCHARGEABILITY AND BANKRUPTCY TAX DISPUTES

Southwestern Law School. 3050 Wilshire Boulevard. Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor. Los Angeles, CA 90010


HANDLING TAX DEBT DISCHARGEABILITY AND BANKRUPTCY TAX DISPUTES


Speakers: 

  • Hon. Robert N. Kwan, U.S. Bankruptcy Court Central District of California – Los Angeles Division 
  • Arnold H. Wuhrman, Esq. | Serenity Legal Services, P.C.
  • Michael Tan, Esq. | IRS Office of Chief Counsel 
  • Robert F. Conte, Esq. | Assistant U.S. Attorney

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




May
16
2015
ISSUES ARISING FROM REAFFIRMATION AND REDEMPTION

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


ISSUES ARISING FROM REAFFIRMATION AND REDEMPTION


Speakers:

  • Honorable Vincent P. Zurzolo | United States Bankruptcy Court, Los Angeles Division
  • Nancy B. Clark, Esq. | Borowitz and Clark
  • Christian Cooper, Esq | Public Counsel

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




March
21
2015
THE UNSCHEDULED LAWSUIT

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


THE UNSCHEDULED LAWSUIT

Speakers: 
  • Judge Scott Clarkson
  • Stella Havkin, Esq.
  • Raymond H. Aver, Esq.
  • Cassandra Richey, Esq.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



February
21
2015
LITIGATING WITH HOAs

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


LITIGATING WITH HOAs

Speakers: 
  • Judge Catherine Bauer | US Bankruptcy Court, Santa Ana
  • Jeffrey B. Smith | Curd Galindo & Smith LLP
  • Alyssa B. Klausner | SwedelsonGottlieb

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



January
24
2015
9th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2014

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor


9th ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9th CIRCUIT DECISIONS ON BANKRUPTCY IN 2014

Speakers: 
  • Hon. Victoria Kaufman | Bankruptcy Judge Central District of California, San Fernando Valley Division
  • Martin Barash-Klee | Tuchin, Bogdanoff & Stern, Bankruptcy Judge Appointee
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Simon Resnik Hayes

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



November
06
2014
2014 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

The L.A. Hotel (formerly the LA Marriott) - 333 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071


Please join us for a night of celebration to honor the Hon. Sheri Bluebond - this year's Calvin Ashland Judge of the Year. Location: The LA Hotel (formerly the LA Marriott Hotel). 333 Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071. Jazz Trio featuring Bruce Campbell, followed by dinner and awards presentation at 7:00 p.m. Reception and no-host bar at 6:00 p.m. cdcbaa MEMBERS: 2014 cdcbaa annual membership fee includes one free ticket to this dinner. Please complete the form and indicate your meal preference. Members must RSVP prior to October 24, 2014 to attend the dinner at no cost. NONMEMBERS AND GUESTS: $95 for on-time nonmembers and guests with RSVP and payment received by 10/24/14. $125 nonmembers and guests RSVP and payment received after 10/24/14. $150 at the door. $75.00 Judicial Officers/ Government Employees




October
25
2014
LITIGATING CONTEMPT (AUTOMATIC STAY VIOLATION AND DISCHARGE INJUNCTION) VIOLATIONS

Location: Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


LITIGATING CONTEMPT (AUTOMATIC STAY VIOLATION AND DISCHARGE INJUNCTION) VIOLATIONS

Speakers:
  • Hon. Neal W. Bason | United States Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California, Los Angeles Division
  • Raymond H. Aver, Esq. | Law Offices of Raymond H. Aver
  • Gary R. Wallace, Esq. | Attorney at Law

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



September
29
2014
EARLE HAGEN MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

Porter Valley Country Club





September
13
2014
ASK THE TRUSTEE

Location: Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


ASK THE TRUSTEE


Speakers:

  • Wes Avery | Chapter 7 Trustee
  • Larry Simons | Chapter 7 Trustee
  • Dennis McGoldrick | Former Chapter 7 Trustee

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




July
19
2014
FIRST ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM: IN RE BELLINGHAM FROM THE INSIDERS

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 6th Floor


FIRST ANNUAL JAMES T. KING BANKRUPTCY SYMPOSIUM: IN RE BELLINGHAM FROM THE INSIDERS

Speakers:
  • Judge Richard Paez | 9th Circuit Court of Appeals
  • Judge Meredith Jury | Riverside
  • Prof. John Pottow | University of Michigan (Argued for the Appellees at the Supreme Court)
  • Moderated by M. Jonathan Hayes

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



June
21
2014
MEET THE JUDGES' CLERKS

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


MEET THE JUDGES' CLERKS

Speakers:
  • Jeff Cozad | Law Clerk to Judge Vincent Zurzolo
  • Hilda Montes de Oco | Law Clerk to Judge Maureen Tighe
  • Lindsay Milchiker | Law Clerk to Judge Victoria Kaufman
  • Gerrick Washington | Law Clerk to Judge Scott Clarkson
  • David Riley | Law Clerk to Judge Neil Bason
  • Angella D. Yates | Law Clerk to Judge Neil Bason
  • Hunter Hayes | Law Clerk to District Court Judge Michael Fitzgerald
  • Laila Masud | Extern to Judge Vincent Zurzolo

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



May
31
2014
CHAPTER 13: MEET THE TRUSTEES' ATTORNEYS

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


CHAPTER 13: MEET THE TRUSTEES' ATTORNEYS

Speakers:
  • Aki Koyama
  • Tracy Green
  • Melissa Besecker
  • Omid Moezzi
  • Masako Okuda
  • Moderated by Nancy Clark

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



March
22
2014
WHO IS THE UNITED STATES TRUSTEE AND WHAT DOES HE DO: DEMYSTIFYING THE OFFICE OF THE U.S. TRUSTEE

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


WHO IS THE UNITED STATES TRUSTEE AND WHAT DOES HE DO: DEMYSTIFYING THE OFFICE OF THE U.S. TRUSTEE

Speakers: 
  • Peter Anderson | U.S. Trustee Region 16
  • Jennifer Braun | Assistant U.S. Trustee, Woodland Hills
  • Abram Feuerstein | Assistant U.S. Trustee, Riverside
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Simon Resnik Hayes LLP - Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



February
08
2014
WHEN IS CONVERSION KOSHER? EXPLORING THE HOWs, WHENs AND WHYs OF CONVERTING CASES FROM ONE CHAPTER TO ANOTHER

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


WHEN IS CONVERSION KOSHER? EXPLORING THE HOWs, WHENs AND WHYs OF CONVERTING CASES FROM ONE CHAPTER TO ANOTHER

Speakers:
  • Judge Catherine Bauer | Santa Ana
  • Jeffrey Hagen, Esq. | Hagen & Hagen
  • Roksana Moradi, Esq. | Simon Resnik Hayes, LLP

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



January
25
2014
EIGHTH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT PUBLISHED DECISIONS AND SELECTED OTHER CASES ON BANKRUPTCY FOR 2013

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


EIGHTH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT PUBLISHED DECISIONS AND SELECTED OTHER CASES ON BANKRUPTCY FOR 2013

Speakers:
  • Judge Theodor Albert | Santa Ana
  • Judge Deborah Saltzman | Riverside
  • Moderated by M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



November
14
2013
2013 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

The LA Hotel (formerly the LA Marriott) - 333 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071





October
19
2013
CHAPTER 11 ISSUES AND STRATEGIES INCLUDING INTRODUCTION OF THE NEW DISCLOSURE STATEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION FORMS

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


CHAPTER 11 ISSUES AND STRATEGIES INCLUDING INTRODUCTION OF THE NEW DISCLOSURE STATEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION FORMS

Speakers:
  • Hon. Neil Bason | United States Bankruptcy Judge, Los Angeles Division
  • Brad W. Smith | Managing Director | GlassRatner Advisory & Capital Group LLC
  • Peter Lively | Law Office of Peter Lively

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



September
21
2013
LITIGATION ISSUES AND STRATEGIES INCLUDING CONTEMPT

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


LITIGATION ISSUES AND STRATEGIES INCLUDING CONTEMPT

Speakers:
  • Raymond Aver, Esq.
  • Hon. Judge Ernest Robles

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



July
20
2013
NEW ISSUES WITH THE HOMESTEAD EXEMPTIONS

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor


NEW ISSUES WITH THE HOMESTEAD EXEMPTIONS

Speakers:
  • Judge Alan Ahart 
  • Alan Broidy
  • Moderated by Stella Havkin

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



June
22
2013
THE STRATEGIC PLAN FOR THE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT OF THE CENTRAL DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


THE STRATEGIC PLAN FOR THE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT OF THE CENTRAL DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA

Presented by the Judges Strategic Planning Committee

Speakers:
  • Judge Peter Carroll
  • Judge Maureen Tighe
  • Judge Scott Clarkson
  • Judge Deborah Saltzman
  • Judge Sandra Klein
  • Clerk of the Court Kathy Campbell and Staff

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



May
18
2013
STUDENT LOANS: WINNING AND LOSING THE UNDUE HARDSHIP ISSUE

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


STUDENT LOANS: WINNING AND LOSING THE UNDUE HARDSHIP ISSUE

Speakers:
  • Christine Wilton, Esq.
  • Jay Fleischman, Esq.
  • Scott Schiff, Esq.
  • Aki Koyama, Esq. | Staff Attorney for Kathy Dockery

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



March
30
2013
CHAPTER 13 POST CONFIRMATION POTHOLES AND LANDMINES

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


CHAPTER 13 POST CONFIRMATION POTHOLES AND LANDMINES

Speakers:
  • Angela Gill, Esq | Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee Kathy Dockery
  • S.Renee Sawyer Blume, Esq | Simon Resnik Hayes LLP - Former Staff Attorney for Chapter 13 Trustee Liz Rojas
  • Moderated by Nancy Clark, Esq | Borowitz & Clark

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



February
23
2013
HOMEOWNER BILL OF RIGHTS: WHAT ARE YOUR CLIENT'S RIGHTS? HOW TO HELP YOUR CLIENTS IF THEIR RIGHTS HAVE BEEN VIOLATED.

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



January
26
2013
SEVENTH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT PUBLISHED DECISIONS AND SELECTED OTHER CASES IN BANKRUPTCY FOR 2012

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


SEVENTH ANNUAL REVIEW OF 9TH CIRCUIT PUBLISHED DECISIONS AND SELECTED OTHER CASES IN BANKRUPTCY FOR 2012

Speakers:
  • Hon. Meredith Jury | Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California-Riverside Division
  • Hon. Neil Bason | Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California-Los Angeles Division
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq. | Simon Resnik Hayes LLP

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



November
15
2012
2012 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

The LA Hotel (formerly the LA Marriott) - 333 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071





October
13
2012
BANKRUPTCY AND PROBATE, TRUSTS AND CONSERVATORSIPS CROSSOVER

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


BANKRUPTCY AND PROBATE, TRUSTS AND CONSERVATORSIPS CROSSOVER

Speakers:
  • Patrick Green, Esq. | The Law Office of Fitzgerald and Green
  • Mark T. Jessee, Esq. | The Law Offices of Mark T. Jessee

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



September
15
2012
Bankruptcy Ethics and Malpractice: What Do You Do When You Know Your Client Is Going To Lie Or May Be Subject To Criminal Prosecution?

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


Bankruptcy Ethics and Malpractice: What Do You Do When You Know Your Client Is Going To Lie Or May Be Subject To Criminal Prosecution?


Speakers:
  • Jill Sturdevant | Asst. U.S. Trustee, LA
  • Jeff Golden | Ch 7 Trustee
  • John Sheller | Malpractice Defense Expert
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Moderator

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



June
23
2012
BANKRUPTCY MYTHBUSTERS

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor


BANKRUPTCY MYTHBUSTERS

Speaker:
  • Katherine Porter | UC Irvine Law Professor

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



May
19
2012
HOW TO GET A CHAPTER 13 CASE CONFIRMED AND POST CONFIRMATION ISSUES

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor


HOW TO GET A CHAPTER 13 CASE CONFIRMED AND POST CONFIRMATION ISSUES

Speaker:
  • Omid Moezzi | Staff Attorney to Chapter 13 Trustee Nancy Curry

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



April
21
2012
FORECLOSURE AND RELIEF FROM STAYS

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


FORECLOSURE AND RELIEF FROM STAYS

Speakers:
  • Judge Neil Bason
  • David B. Lally, Esq. | The Law Office of David B. Lally
  • Nancy Clark, Esq. | The Law Offices of Borowitz and Clark, LLP

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



April
02
2012
NIGHT WITH THE LA KINGS

The Staples Center





March
03
2012
DEFENSE OF COMPLAINTS TO DETERMINE DISCHARGEABILITY OR TO DENY DISCHARGE, NOTES FROM THE TRENCHES

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


DEFENSE OF COMPLAINTS TO DETERMINE DISCHARGEABILITY OR TO DENY DISCHARGE, NOTES FROM THE TRENCHES

Speakers:
  • Judge Mitchell Goldberg (Ret.)
  • Jeffrey S. Shinbrot, Esq.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



February
04
2012
SUBSTANTIAL ABUSE ANALYSIS

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


SUBSTANTIAL ABUSE ANALYSIS

Speakers:
  • Kate Bunker, Esq. | U.S. Trustee Trial Attorney, SFV
  • Maria Marquez, Esq. | U.S. Trustee Bankruptcy Analyst, SFV
  • Andrew Goodman, Esq. | Partner of Goodman Faith, LLP

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



January
21
2012
SIXTH ANNUAL REVIEW OF NINTH CIRCUIT PUBLISHED DECISIONS AND SELECTED OTHER CASES ON BANKRUPTCY FOR 2011

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


SIXTH ANNUAL REVIEW OF NINTH CIRCUIT PUBLISHED DECISIONS AND SELECTED OTHER CASES ON BANKRUPTCY FOR 2011

Speakers:
  • Hon. Sandra R. Klein | Bankruptcy Judge, Central District of California
  • Moderated by M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



October
15
2011
MEET THE COURT CLERK

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



September
24
2011
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CHAPTER 13

Skirball Cultural Center's Ahmanson Ballroom-2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049


EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CHAPTER 13

Speakers: 
  • Judge Keith Lundin | US Bankruptcy Court, Nashville 
  • Hank Hildebrand | Chapter 13 Trustee, Nashville

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



September
17
2011
BANKRUPTCY AND FAMILY LAW CROSSOVER

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


Bankruptcy and Family Law Crossover: Representing Spouses and Domestic Partners in Bankruptcy: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You

Speakers: 
  • Kathryn M. Fitzgerald, Esq. | Certified Family Law Specialist
  • David Tilem, Esq. | Certified Bankruptcy Specialist
  • Patrick T. Green, Esq.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



July
16
2011
MEANS TEST

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


MEANS TEST

Speakers: 
  • Judge Scott Clarkson
  • Ken Lau, Esq.
  • Aki Koyama, Esq.
  • Nancy B. Clark, Esq.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



June
11
2011
CANCELLED

TBD


Due to unforeseen circumstances, the June 11th General Meeting and CLE Seminar have been canceled.



May
21
2011
BANKRUPTCY AND TAX CROSSOVER

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


BANKRUPTCY AND TAX CROSSOVER

Speakers: 
  • Vivian Bodey, Esq. | Attorney & Special Assistant Internal Revenue Service- Office of the Chief Counsel
  • Michael Tan, Esq. | Attorney & Special Assistant Internal Revenue Service- Office of the Chief Counsel
  • John D. Faucher, Esq. | Attorney at Law

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



March
05
2011
HELP US HELP YOU

Southwestern Law School


A Panel of Chapter 7 Trustees from the L.A., Valley and Orange County Divisions


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



February
19
2011
EXEMPTIONS: USE THEM OR LOSE THEM

Southwestern Law School


EXEMPTIONS: USE THEM OR LOSE THEM


Speakers:

  • Larry Simons, Esq. | Law Offices of Larry D. Simons
  • Jeremy Faith, Esq. | Goodman Faith LLP


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided




January
22
2011
CLE: REVIEW OF 2010 NINTH CIRCUIT CASES

Southwestern Law School


Fifth Annual Review of 9th Circuit Published Decisions and Selected Other Cases on Bankruptcy for 2010

2 Hours of MCLE Credit Provided



January
21
2011
2011 NINTH CIRCUIT COURT DECISIONS

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 3rd Floor


2011 NINTH CIRCUIT COURT DECISIONS

Speakers:
  • Judge Christopher M. Klein
  • M. Jonathan Hayes, Esq.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



November
29
2010
TBD





November
04
2010
2010 CALVIN ASHLAND AWARDS DINNER

TBD


The cdcbaa will honor Trustee of the Year, Kathy Dockery.



October
16
2010
INDIVIDUAL 11s THAT ARE REALLY SUPER 13s

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor


INDIVIDUAL 11s THAT ARE REALLY SUPER 13s

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



September
11
2010
LITIGATION

TBD


LITIGATION

Speakers:
  • Raymond H. Aver, Esq.
  • The Honorable Judge Peter Carroll

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



July
17
2010
HOW TO MAKE A GOOD APPEARANCE BEFORE THE COURT AND TRUSTEES

Southwestern Law School - 3050 Wilshire Boulevard - Westmoreland Building - 5th Floor


HOW TO MAKE A GOOD APPEARANCE BEFORE THE COURT AND TRUSTEES

Speakers:
  • Nancy K. Curry | Chapter 13 Trustee
  • Warren L. Brown, Esq.
  • Keith Higginbotham, Esq.

2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



March
05
2010
General Meeting and CLE

Southwestern Law School


2 Hours of CLE Credit Provided



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