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Friday, April 10
 

8:00am EDT

Breakfast
Friday April 10, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Friday April 10, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Back Bay Ballroom

8:00am EDT

Convention Registration & Information Desk
Friday April 10, 2026 8:00am - 3:30pm EDT

Friday April 10, 2026 8:00am - 3:30pm EDT
Grand Ballroom Foyer

9:00am EDT

Welcome Remarks
Friday April 10, 2026 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Richard H. Nemeth

Richard H. Nemeth

Co-Managing Partner, Nemeth & Perry, LLC
Mr. Nemeth has been representing consumers and small businesses in bankruptcy proceedings in Northern Ohio and elsewhere for over 30 years. In April, 2013 Mr. Nemeth was the first recipient of the NACBA Hammes-Shulman Award for his significant achievements in legislative advocacy... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
Grand Ballroom

9:15am EDT

Keynote Speaker: Richard Dubois, Executive Director, National Consumer Law Center
Friday April 10, 2026 9:15am - 10:00am EDT

Speakers
avatar for Richard Dubois

Richard Dubois

Executive Director, National Consumer Law Center
Richard Dubois, Executive Director, National Consumer Law CenterRichard Dubois has been Executive Director of the National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) since 2016. During his tenure, NCLC has continued to be the preeminent advocacy organization for low-income consumers and has grown considerably: NCLC currently has a staff of 65, including more... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 9:15am - 10:00am EDT
Grand Ballroom

10:00am EDT

Coffee Break
Friday April 10, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Friday April 10, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Back Bay Ballroom

10:30am EDT

Legislative Update and Rules Update
Friday April 10, 2026 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
This program offers a comprehensive overview of the most current developments in bankruptcy legislation and federal bankruptcy rules updates.  We will discuss the impact of upcoming legislations, efforts to favorably amend state exemption statutes, and the newly styled federal rules of bankruptcy procedure to take effect in December 2025.
Speakers
avatar for Ed Boltz

Ed Boltz

Partner, Law Offices of John T. Orcutt PC
Mr. Boltz received his B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis in 1993 and his J.D. from George Washington University in 1996. He is a member of the North Carolina State Bar, where he has been certified as a specialist in consumer bankruptcy law. He is admitted to practice before... Read More →
avatar for Ike Shulman

Ike Shulman

Shulman Law Offices
In 1992, Ike Shulman led the effort to organize the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys ("NACBA") to provide consumer debtors with an effective voice in the legislative process. Mr. Shulman was elected NACBA’s first president, and served in that position through... Read More →
avatar for Krista D'Amelio

Krista D'Amelio

Director of Government Affairs & Communications, NACBA
Krista D’Amelio joined NACBA in April 2017 as Director of Government Affairs and Communications. D’Amelio's work focuses on strengthening relationships and increasing advocacy reach with state and federal elected officials, government agencies, and allies to enhance their understanding... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Grand Ballroom

10:30am EDT

Paralegal to Practice Manager to Attorney: Career Growth
Friday April 10, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
  • Leadership skills
  • Delegation & training junior staff
  • Law Firm's Role in Supporting Career Advancement
Speakers
avatar for Michael Gouveia

Michael Gouveia

Owner, Law Office of Michael Gouveia
Michael Gouveia represents consumer debtors in Riverside, California. This is the fourth time
that he has presented at the NACBA Convention.
Mike teaches newer attorneys as the mentoring chair for the Central District Consumer
Bankruptcy Attorney Association in Los Angeles, CA and a... Read More →
avatar for Michelle Alston

Michelle Alston

Michelle L.P. Alston ([email protected]) is the firm’s bankruptcy and litigation paralegal. She has been a paralegal for over 32 years, 25 of them with David Madoff. Ms. Alston has worked as a bankruptcy paralegal for Cohn Khoury Madoff & Whitesell LLP in Boston; Mirick, O’Connell, DeMallie & Lougee, LLP and Jillian... Read More →
avatar for Cynthia Ravosa

Cynthia Ravosa

Managing Attorney, Massachusetts Bankruptcy Center
Cynthia R. Ravosa is the Managing Attorney of the firm’s Bankruptcy practice.In addition to earning her law degree from Massachusetts School of Law at Andover in 2016, she earned her B.A. fromWestern New England College, and she also holds an M.B.A. degree with a concentration inaccounting... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Independence Ballroom

11:00am EDT

Case Law Update
Friday April 10, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
This program offers a comprehensive overview of the most current developments in bankruptcy legislation and federal bankruptcy rules updates.  We will discuss the impact of upcoming legislations, efforts to favorably amend state exemption statutes, and the newly styled federal rules of bankruptcy procedure to take effect in December 2025.
Speakers
avatar for John Rao

John Rao

Senior Attorney, National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
John RaoNational Consumer Law Center, Inc.
Attorney
Boston MA 02110-1245

John Rao is a senior attorney with the National Consumer Law Center, Inc. focusing on consumer credit, mortgage servicing, and bankruptcy issues.  Mr. Rao has served as a panelist and instructor at numerous bankruptcy and consumer law conferences, has served as an expert witness... Read More →
avatar for Henry Sommer

Henry Sommer

Henry J. Sommer has litigated many major cases involving bankruptcy, consumer law, civil rights and other issues. Previously, he was the head of the Consumer Law Project at Community Legal Services in Philadelphia, where he worked for over 21 years and Supervising Attorney at the... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Grand Ballroom

12:00pm EDT

NACBA's Annual Awards Luncheon
Friday April 10, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Friday April 10, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Grand Ballroom

1:30pm EDT

3002.1 Reimagined: Navigating the 2025 Amendments and Their Impact on Mortgage Claims in Chapter 13 Part 1
Friday April 10, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Significant amendments to Federal Rule of Bankruptcy Procedure 3002.1 take effect December 1, 2025, and will meaningfully alter how mortgage payment changes, post-petition fees, and plan cure determinations are handled in Chapter 13 practice. This session offers a deep dive into the upcoming revisions—what’s changed, why it matters, and how to protect your clients and your record from costly missteps.
Join a panel of seasoned practitioners and trustees as they unpack:
  • The expanded applicability of Rule 3002.1 beyond traditional home mortgages, including reverse mortgages and claims paid in full through the plan.
  • The introduction of the Motion to Determine Status of Mortgage Claim, including who may file it and when, and the evidentiary implications for counsel.
  • Revised obligations for payment change notices and response deadlines—and the consequences of non-compliance.
  • The interplay between the amendments and local Chapter 13 procedures, standing orders, and servicer compliance regimes.
  • Strategic considerations for debtor and creditor counsel in light of increased transparency and sanction exposure.
You’ll leave this session with a clear understanding of how the 2025 amendments reshape mortgage claim administration and a practical framework for updating your firm’s systems, forms, and courtroom strategies before they take effect.
Speakers
avatar for Ryan Srnik

Ryan Srnik

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of John T. Orcutt
Ryan Srnik (sir-nick) is an attorney based out of Raleigh, North Carolina. Ryan was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After graduating college from Waynesburg University with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice Administration, Ryan moved to Raleigh, North Carolina... Read More →
avatar for Beverly M. Burden

Beverly M. Burden

Chapter 13 Trustee, Chapter 13 Trustee, E.D. Ky.
Beverly M. Burden, Lexington, Kentucky, has served as the Chapter 13 Trustee for the Eastern District of Kentucky since 1999.  Before her appointment as trustee, she clerked for the late Bankruptcy Judge Joe Lee.  She has presented at numerous national, regional, and local bankruptcy... Read More →
avatar for John Rao

John Rao

Senior Attorney, National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
John RaoNational Consumer Law Center, Inc.
Attorney
Boston MA 02110-1245

John Rao is a senior attorney with the National Consumer Law Center, Inc. focusing on consumer credit, mortgage servicing, and bankruptcy issues.  Mr. Rao has served as a panelist and instructor at numerous bankruptcy and consumer law conferences, has served as an expert witness... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Grand Ballroom

1:30pm EDT

Subchapter V in the Real World: Strategy, Structure, and Survival
Friday April 10, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Subchapter V was designed to make reorganization accessible—but its practical use demands strategic skill. Join experienced Chapter 11 practitioners as they walk through recent cases, best practices in plan drafting, and traps for the unwary. Learn how to balance cost efficiency with procedural compliance and how to position your clients for success from filing through confirmation.
Speakers
avatar for David B. Madoff

David B. Madoff

partner, Madoff & Khoury LLP
David B. Madoff previously practiced with the New York law firm of Hughes Hubbard & Reed and was a partner of Cohn Khoury Madoff & Whitesell LLP in Boston. He received his B.A. in 1985 from Columbia University and his J.D. in 1988 from Boston University School of Law, where he served... Read More →
avatar for John Sommerstein

John Sommerstein

Owner, Law Offices of John F. Sommerstein
John F. Sommerstein has been a member of the Massachusetts Bar since 1989. Since that time a considerable portion of Mr. Sommerstein’s practice has been devoted to bankruptcy work and bankruptcy related matters.  Mr. Sommerstein is a 1985 cum laude graduate of University of Massachusetts at Amherst and a 1989 graduate of Suffolk University Law School where he served as Vice President of the Student Bar Association. Between 2009 and 2011, and again in 2016 through 2018 he served as co-chair of the Boston Bar Association's ("BBA... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Constitution Ballroom

1:30pm EDT

Paralegal & New Practitioner Workload & Burnout Prevention
Friday April 10, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Time-block, template, and sanity-saving tricks
Speakers
avatar for Kelli Stanley

Kelli Stanley

Paralegal, Law Offices of John T. Orcutt
Kelli Stanley is a Senior Paralegal at The Law Offices of John T. Orcutt, with 20 years of experience and a strong commitment to helping clients navigate the bankruptcy process. A North Carolina State Bar Certified Paralegal, Kelli holds an Associate of Applied Science degree and... Read More →
avatar for Michael Gouveia

Michael Gouveia

Owner, Law Office of Michael Gouveia
Michael Gouveia represents consumer debtors in Riverside, California. This is the fourth time
that he has presented at the NACBA Convention.
Mike teaches newer attorneys as the mentoring chair for the Central District Consumer
Bankruptcy Attorney Association in Los Angeles, CA and a... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Independence Ballroom

2:15pm EDT

Coffee Break
Friday April 10, 2026 2:15pm - 2:30pm EDT
Friday April 10, 2026 2:15pm - 2:30pm EDT
Back Bay Ballroom

2:30pm EDT

3002.1 Reimagined: Navigating the 2025 Amendments and Their Impact on Mortgage Claims in Chapter 13 Part 2
Friday April 10, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Significant amendments to Federal Rule of Bankruptcy Procedure 3002.1 take effect December 1, 2025, and will meaningfully alter how mortgage payment changes, post-petition fees, and plan cure determinations are handled in Chapter 13 practice. This session offers a deep dive into the upcoming revisions—what’s changed, why it matters, and how to protect your clients and your record from costly missteps.
Join a panel of seasoned practitioners and trustees as they unpack:
  • The expanded applicability of Rule 3002.1 beyond traditional home mortgages, including reverse mortgages and claims paid in full through the plan.
  • The introduction of the Motion to Determine Status of Mortgage Claim, including who may file it and when, and the evidentiary implications for counsel.
  • Revised obligations for payment change notices and response deadlines—and the consequences of non-compliance.
  • The interplay between the amendments and local Chapter 13 procedures, standing orders, and servicer compliance regimes.
  • Strategic considerations for debtor and creditor counsel in light of increased transparency and sanction exposure.
You’ll leave this session with a clear understanding of how the 2025 amendments reshape mortgage claim administration and a practical framework for updating your firm’s systems, forms, and courtroom strategies before they take effect.
Speakers
avatar for Beverly M. Burden

Beverly M. Burden

Chapter 13 Trustee, Chapter 13 Trustee, E.D. Ky.
Beverly M. Burden, Lexington, Kentucky, has served as the Chapter 13 Trustee for the Eastern District of Kentucky since 1999.  Before her appointment as trustee, she clerked for the late Bankruptcy Judge Joe Lee.  She has presented at numerous national, regional, and local bankruptcy... Read More →
avatar for Theodore O. Bartholow III

Theodore O. Bartholow III

Partner, Kellett & Bartholow PLLC
Thad Bartholow is a partner with the Dallas, Texas law firm of Kellett & Bartholow PLLC. Mr. Bartholow's practice focuses on individual and class-action litigation on behalf of consumer debtors in state, federal, and bankruptcy courts nationwide. Mr. Bartholow has secured hundreds... Read More →
avatar for Ryan Srnik

Ryan Srnik

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of John T. Orcutt
Ryan Srnik (sir-nick) is an attorney based out of Raleigh, North Carolina. Ryan was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After graduating college from Waynesburg University with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice Administration, Ryan moved to Raleigh, North Carolina... Read More →
avatar for John Rao

John Rao

Senior Attorney, National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
John RaoNational Consumer Law Center, Inc.
Attorney
Boston MA 02110-1245

John Rao is a senior attorney with the National Consumer Law Center, Inc. focusing on consumer credit, mortgage servicing, and bankruptcy issues.  Mr. Rao has served as a panelist and instructor at numerous bankruptcy and consumer law conferences, has served as an expert witness... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Grand Ballroom

2:30pm EDT

The AI Advantage: Practical Tools for the Modern Bankruptcy Attorney
Friday April 10, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Artificial intelligence and automation are no longer on the horizon—they’re in your inbox, your browser, and increasingly, your law practice. Join this eye-opening session to see how AI is transforming the way consumer bankruptcy attorneys work, think, and advocate for their clients.
Discover how today’s AI tools can:
• Streamline client intake and document preparation.
• Generate routine court forms, motions, and petitions with precision.
• Identify likely objections and brainstorm legal arguments.
• Analyze Chapter 13 plan options in real time.
• Boost efficiency without sacrificing ethics or oversight.
This session is not a theoretical session. Through live demonstrations and real-world examples, you’ll see how supervised AI tools—like ChatGPT, document automation, and predictive analytics—can save time, reduce errors, and enhance client service. You’ll also learn where the human touch remains essential, ensuring that the robots help you—not replace you.
Speakers
avatar for Tara Salinas

Tara Salinas

Managing Attorney, Salinas Law Group, LLC
Tara Gaschler Salinas is the founder and managing attorney of Salinas Law Group LLC in Denver, Colorado. Her practice focuses on consumer Chapter 7 & 13 bankruptcy and litigation, as well as student loan law. She founded her law firm in 2003 and has handled hundreds of personal and... Read More →
avatar for Jenny Doling

Jenny Doling

Tax & Bankruptcy Attorney | NACBA Vice President | NACBA Board Member, J. DOLING LAW, PC
Jenny L. Doling is the Vice President of NACBA. She has served on its Board of Directors since 2018. Before serving on the Board, she was the NACBA State Chair for California. Ms. Doling is a California State Bar Certified Bankruptcy Specialist and a staunch advocate for Consume... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Constitution Ballroom

2:30pm EDT

Bankruptcy Intake Masterclass
Friday April 10, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
  • How to gather, screen, and verify client information
  • Identifying red flags early (tax issues, business interests, transfers, etc.)
Speakers
avatar for Reed Allmand

Reed Allmand

Owner, Allmand Law Firm PLLC
avatar for Michelle Alston

Michelle Alston

Michelle L.P. Alston ([email protected]) is the firm’s bankruptcy and litigation paralegal. She has been a paralegal for over 32 years, 25 of them with David Madoff. Ms. Alston has worked as a bankruptcy paralegal for Cohn Khoury Madoff & Whitesell LLP in Boston; Mirick, O’Connell, DeMallie & Lougee, LLP and Jillian... Read More →
avatar for Shanna Dinkins

Shanna Dinkins

Paralegal, Allmand Law
Shanna Dinkins grew up in Fort Worth, Texas. At age 12, she began work at a family-owned diner, Dairy Isle, selling burgers and shakes. She worked so she could save up enough money to buy a horse.

Upon graduating from L.D. Bell High School, she attended Tarrant County College for... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Independence Ballroom

4:30pm EDT

🦆 NACBA Group Event: Boston Duck Boat Tours
Friday April 10, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Join your fellow NACBA attendees for one of Boston’s most iconic experiences—a Boston Duck Boat Tour! On Friday, April 10 at 4:30 PM, we’ll climb aboard these legendary amphibious vehicles for a lively, narrated tour of Boston’s historic streets before splashing into the Charles River for unbeatable skyline views.
This fun, relaxed group outing is the perfect way to unwind after a full day of education while seeing the city’s most famous landmarks alongside colleagues and friends. Tickets are $45 per person and space is limited, so reserve your spot early and don’t miss this classic Boston experience!

📍 Event Details (Suggested Formatting on Page)Boston Duck Boat Tour (Group Event)
📅 Friday, April 10
🕟 4:30 PM
💲 $45 per ticket
🚍 Advance registration required – limited capacity
Friday April 10, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
 
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