NACBA's 33RD Annual Convention: Full Schedule

WELCOME TO NACBA’s 33RD ANNUAL CONVENTION!

8:30am PDT

Newbie/Paralegal Session Part 1 Fee Agreements, Intake, Consultation, BK and NON BK Options, Red Flags

Saturday April 26, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am PDT

Starting Strong: Mastering the Bankruptcy Intake Process, Fee Agreements, and Consultations
Laying the foundation for a successful bankruptcy practice starts with an efficient intake process, clear fee agreements, and effective client consultations. This session will provide practical strategies for streamlining case management, ensuring compliance with key legal requirements, and building strong client relationships. Learn how to identify red flags, leverage digital tools for secure document management, and conduct consultations that set the right expectations from the start. Perfect for new practitioners and paralegals looking to enhance their bankruptcy practice.

Speakers

Hon. Elizabeth Gunn

Bankruptcy Judge, United States Bankruptcy Court, District of Columbia

Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn was appointed to serve as bankruptcy judge for the District of Columbia on September 4, 2020. A COVID-era selection and appointment, she was sworn in by Zoom from her living room. Before her appointment, Judge Gunn served as an Assistant Attorney General for... Read More →

Sarah Beth Withers

Attorney, Inner Banks Legal Services

Sarah Beth is the founder of Inner Banks Legal Services, a non-profit law firm committed to bridging the justice gap in Eastern North Carolina. As a Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Law Specialist, she focuses on representing consumers in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases... Read More →

Saturday April 26, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
Dolby Ballroom Salon 3 5th Level

Beginner, Fee Agreements