NACBA's 33RD Annual Convention: Full Schedule

WELCOME TO NACBA’s 33RD ANNUAL CONVENTION!

2:30pm PDT

Navigating the Shifting Landscape of Student Loans in Bankruptcy Practice

Saturday April 26, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

Student loan policy is rapidly evolving, with significant changes that impact bankruptcy practitioners and their clients. This panel will provide a comprehensive update on recent developments, including major reforms to income-driven repayment (IDR) plans, the status of Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and emerging legislation affecting student loans.
Panelists will also examine the Department of Justice’s guidance on student loan discharge in bankruptcy, discussing the program's success and what the future may hold for the dischargeability of loans. Attendees will gain practical insights into advising clients on student loan options, identifying opportunities for discharge, and navigating the intersection of bankruptcy and student loans in an increasingly complex environment.

Speakers

Hon. Magdalena Reyes Bordeaux

The Honorable Magdalena Reyes Bordeaux is a bankruptcy judge for the CentralDistrict of California, Riverside Division.Prior to her appointment, she managed Public Counsel’s Debtor Assistance Projectand was an adjunct professor at Loyola Law School. She was also an elected memberof... Read More →

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 →

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 →

Saturday April 26, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Dolby Ballroom Salons 4-6 5th Level

Student Loans