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Sunday, June 1
 

9:00am MST

Registration Desk Open
Sunday June 1, 2025 9:00am - 6:30pm MST
TBA
Sunday June 1, 2025 9:00am - 6:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

1:30pm MST

Community Service Event
Sunday June 1, 2025 1:30pm - 4:30pm MST
TBA
Sunday June 1, 2025 1:30pm - 4:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

4:30pm MST

NABT Trustee Members Meeting
Sunday June 1, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm MST
TBA
Sunday June 1, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

5:00pm MST

Welcome Reception
Sunday June 1, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm MST
TBA
Sunday June 1, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

6:30pm MST

Dine Around Dinners (separate registration)
Sunday June 1, 2025 6:30pm - 8:30pm MST
TBA
Sunday June 1, 2025 6:30pm - 8:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

6:30pm MST

Past Presidents Dinner (by invitation only)
Sunday June 1, 2025 6:30pm - 8:30pm MST
TBA
Sunday June 1, 2025 6:30pm - 8:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

7:30pm MST

Trustee Assistant Committee Dinner sponsored by TrusteSolutions (by invitation only)
Sunday June 1, 2025 7:30pm - 9:30pm MST
TBA
Sunday June 1, 2025 7:30pm - 9:30pm MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant

8:30pm MST

Evening Stargazing
Sunday June 1, 2025 8:30pm - 10:30pm MST
TBA
Come and enjoy an unforgettable night under the stars with telescope viewing of our solar system neighbors and deep space objects, a laser-guided tour of the constellations, and cultural star stories from around the world. Weather permitting, we are scheduled to meet after dinner on Sunday evening, June 1, 2025. Additional details to follow.
Sunday June 1, 2025 8:30pm - 10:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General
 
Monday, June 2
 

4:45am MST

Sunrise Hike
Monday June 2, 2025 4:45am - 6:45am MST
TBA
Meet in the hotel lobby to head out for a sunrise hike led by your fellow conference attendees. 
Monday June 2, 2025 4:45am - 6:45am MST
TBA

7:00am MST

Breakfast
Monday June 2, 2025 7:00am - 7:45am MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 7:00am - 7:45am MST
TBA
  Networking - General

7:00am MST

Registration Desk Open
Monday June 2, 2025 7:00am - 5:30pm MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 7:00am - 5:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

7:45am MST

Welcome Announcements
Monday June 2, 2025 7:45am - 8:00am MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 7:45am - 8:00am MST
TBA
  Networking - General

8:00am MST

Section 365 and Dealing with Landlords
Monday June 2, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
This panel will give attendees an advanced refresher of Section 365. They will discuss the treatment of leases in bankruptcy under Section 365 of the Bankruptcy Code, emphasizing the interplay with Section 362 and the automatic stay and Section 503(b). Key points include the assumption or rejection of leases, with specific time frames such as 60 days for Chapter 7 and 120 days for nonresidential real property in Chapter 11. The panel will also discuss rejection damages, assignments after assumption, Ipso Facto Clauses and the strategy and art of negotiating with any landlord for the trustee /estate's benefit.  
Speakers
avatar for Hon. Mary Grace Diehl

Hon. Mary Grace Diehl

United States Bankruptcy Court
Mary Grace Diehl is a Bankruptcy Judge for the Northern District of Georgia serving on recall status. She was appointed to the Court in February 2004 and retired in February 2018.  As a recalled judge, Judge Diehl conducts pro-bono mediations in matters assigned to other bankruptcy... Read More →
avatar for Howard M. Ehrenberg

Howard M. Ehrenberg

Greenspoon Marder
Howard M. Ehrenberg is a partner in the Bankruptcy & Reorganization practice group at Greenspoon Marder. For nearly 30 years, he has served as a Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 trustee. As a bankruptcy attorney, he has represented both debtors and creditors, creditor’s committees, landlords... Read More →
avatar for Thomas J. Salerno

Thomas J. Salerno

Partner, Stinson LLP
Thomas brings global experience and out-of-the-box solutions to his work with complex commercial corporate and real estate restructurings, helping distressed, often high-profile companies find new paths forward.Clients turn to Tom for his national and international experience helping... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
  Chapter 7   Trustee Assistant

8:00am MST

Working With Individuals Debtors
Monday June 2, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
With enactment of the SBRA, Chapter 11 options reopened to many individual debtors and these cases make up a large portion of the filings since.  This panel will focus on recent developments in Chapter 11 cases involving individual debtors and the practical issues faced in projecting disposable income.  Additional points of interest of Subchapter V trustees administering these case, including tax considerations, will be discussed.
Speakers
avatar for Anerio Altman

Anerio Altman

Golden Goodrich, LLP
Mr. Altman has been practicing bankruptcy law for approximately 22 years. He is the owner and operator of Lake Forest Bankruptcy II, APC and is Of Counsel to the law firm of Golden Goodrich, LLP. He has appeared as the attorney of record in over 20 prior Chapter 11s and has written... Read More →
avatar for Sumner A. Bourne

Sumner A. Bourne

Rafool & Bourne, PC
Sumner A. Bourne is an attorney and Subchapter V trustee in downstate Illinois, accepting trustee appointments in the Central and Southern Districts of Illinois.  In addition to trustee appointments, he primarily represents consumer and business debtors in Chapter 7, 11 and 13 cases.Mr... Read More →
avatar for Rebecca Redwine Grow

Rebecca Redwine Grow

Partner, Hendron Redwine & Malone, PLLC
Rebecca Redwine Grow is a partner with Hendren, Redwine & Malone, PLLC in Raleigh, North Carolina and focuses her practice on Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 bankruptcies for both businesses and individuals.  Rebecca is board certified in business bankruptcy and a Sub-V Trustee for the... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

8:00am MST

Trustee Assistant Coffee Connection sponsored by Stretto
Monday June 2, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant   Networking - General

9:00am MST

Break with Our Sponsors
Monday June 2, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am MST
TBA
  Networking - General

9:30am MST

Turnover of Property
Monday June 2, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
This panel will discuss the process and procedures for seeking turnover of property from debtors and from third parties. Should the debtor, custodian or any non debtor or entity fail to turnover the same, the panel will discuss remedies including show cause motions, bench warrants, levies and collection methods.
Speakers
avatar for Hon. David M. Warren

Hon. David M. Warren

Judge, United States Bankruptcy Court
David M. Warren was appointed as United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina on October 4, 2013 and took the oath of office on February 7, 2014. He became Chief Judge on July 28, 2021. His chambers are in the Century Station Courthouse and Post Office... Read More →
SV

Stanley V. Bond

Bond Law Office
Stan is an entrepreneur at heart. Before becoming an attorney, he ran his own catering company and learned firsthand what it takes to keep a business going. Through this endeavor, he realized that he had a knack for handling finances, anticipating potential problems, and implementing... Read More →
avatar for Patrick J. Geile

Patrick J. Geile

Foley Freeman, PLLC
Patrick maintains a broad litigation practice with an emphasis on bankruptcy and commercial litigation. His primary focus is business and agriculture reorganizations, confirming several reorganization plans for businesses and individuals throughout Idaho and Oregon. As a regular presenter... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

9:30am MST

Subchapter V Case Law Update
Monday June 2, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
The panel will present a rapid-fire survey of notable decisions in subchapter V cases over the past year from around the country, including those hot off the press. This panel is a cannot miss for those who practice subchapter V due to the ever-changing and developing case law interpreting the subchapter as it turns 5 in 2025.
Speakers
avatar for Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn

Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn

United States Bankruptcy Court
Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn was appointed as a 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. A frequent speaker and author on bankruptcy topics, Judge Gunn brings a unique perspective... Read More →
avatar for Joshua Cox

Joshua Cox

Stinson LLP
Josh represents Chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Columbia, guiding and advising them as they try to maximize the value of distressed companies. In addition, Josh represents court-appointed receivers in federal and state court actions.He advises... Read More →
avatar for D. Edward Hays

D. Edward Hays

Marshack Hays Wood LLP
Ed is a founding member of the firm of Marshack Hays LLP. He graduated with honors from California State University at Fullerton in 1989 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business. He graduated from the University of Southern California Law Center in 1992 where he was a member of... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

9:30am MST

Trustee Assistant Round Table I
Monday June 2, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
Speakers
avatar for Lori L. Grahl

Lori L. Grahl

H Jason Gold, Trustee
Paralegal Certificate (ABA), Southeastern Paralegal Institute, Nashville, TNAA, Martin Methodist College, Pulaski, TN (magna cum laude)BA, TREVECCA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY, NASHVILLE, TN (magna cum laude)Lori has worked as paralegal and trustee assistant for Robert H. Waldschmidt, Esq... Read More →
avatar for Joy Martin

Joy Martin

MRTH, PA
Joy Martin is the Trustee Assistant to Ross Hartog in Miami, Florida. She previously has served as the Trustee Assistant Liaison on the NABT Board. Joy has been a paralegal at the firm MRTH working with Ross for 25 years and has been his Trustee Assistant since he was appointed to... Read More →
avatar for Carleen L. Cignetto

Carleen L. Cignetto

Johnson Legal Group, LLC
Carleen Cignetto is currently an associate attorney with Johnson Legal Group, LLC in Chicago and Trustee Assistant to Cindy M. Johnson, Chapter 7 Panel Trustee for the Northern District of Illinois.She started her career as an associate attorney for Grochocinski & Grochocinski, a... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant

10:30am MST

Break with Our Sponsors
Monday June 2, 2025 10:30am - 11:00am MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 10:30am - 11:00am MST
TBA
  Networking - General

11:00am MST

Avoidance Litigation Relating to Setting Aside Marital Transfers and Utilizing IRS 10 Year Reach Back Rule
Monday June 2, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MST
TBA
Attorneys and debtors often utilize pre-petition transfers between spouses as a way to avoid creditor claims, increase exemptions, and prevent property from becoming property of the estate. This panel will discuss cases where such transfers are avoidable and how such transfers can impact the right to a discharge and the right to claim exemptions. The primary focus will be on setting aside transfers. Further, the panel will provide a thorough update on the law relating to the right of a trustee to use a “golden creditors” (IRS) powers to set aside transfers that are up to 10 years prior to the filing of the bankruptcy petition. We hope you enjoy what will be a spirited discussion.
Speakers
avatar for Hon. Daniel P. Collins

Hon. Daniel P. Collins

United States Bankruptcy Court
Judge Daniel P. Collins was appointed to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Arizona effective as of January 18, 2013, and served as Chief Judge from 2014-2017. Judge Collins was the 2023 President of the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges, is a Fellow in the American College... Read More →
avatar for Anthony P. Cali

Anthony P. Cali

Of Counsel, Stinson LLP
I am a bankruptcy attorney practicing in the area of corporate restructuring and complex insolvency. I represent clients from a broad spectrum of industries, including charter airlines, real estate developers, homeowners associations, governmental agencies, commercial real estate... Read More →
avatar for Richard A. Marshack

Richard A. Marshack

Marshack Hays Wood LLP
Richard A. Marshack has been an attorney since 1982 (41 years) and is currently a founding partner of Marshack Hays Wood LLP (est. 2009). After completing law school, he served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Folger Johnson, Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court, District... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

11:00am MST

Subchapter V Trustee Standing: Can We Do That?
Monday June 2, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MST
TBA
Attorneys and debtors often utilize pre-petition transfers between spouses as a way to avoid creditor claims, increase exemptions, and prevent property from becoming property of the estate. This panel will discuss cases where such transfers are avoidable and how such transfers can impact the right to a discharge and the right to claim exemptions. The primary focus will be on setting aside transfers. Further, the panel will provide a thorough update on the law relating to the right of a trustee to use a “golden creditors” (IRS) powers to set aside transfers that are up to 10 years prior to the filing of the bankruptcy petition. We hope you enjoy what will be a spirited discussion.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly R. Clayson

Kimberly R. Clayson

Partner, Taft Stettinius & Hollister, LLP
Kim is a partner in the Bankruptcy and Restructuring practice group at Taft Stettinius & Hollister, LLP’s Detroit, Michigan offices where she serves a diverse client portfolio in the areas of insolvency law, creditors’ rights, business law and health law. Kim has a national practice... Read More →
avatar for Patricia B. Fugee, Esq.

Patricia B. Fugee, Esq.

FisherBroyles, LLP
Patricia B. Fugée, a graduate of Rutgers Law School in Camden, NJ, is a partner with the national law firm of FisherBroyles LLP, and is based in its Ohio offices. Admitted in Ohio, Michigan, New York, New Jersey and Illinois, Ms. Fugée focuses her practice on commercial bankruptcy... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

11:00am MST

Trustee Assistant Round Table II
Monday June 2, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MST
TBA
This panel will cover the UST Forms in depth and share tips and tricks for perfecting your reports.
Speakers
avatar for Lori L. Grahl

Lori L. Grahl

H Jason Gold, Trustee
Paralegal Certificate (ABA), Southeastern Paralegal Institute, Nashville, TNAA, Martin Methodist College, Pulaski, TN (magna cum laude)BA, TREVECCA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY, NASHVILLE, TN (magna cum laude)Lori has worked as paralegal and trustee assistant for Robert H. Waldschmidt, Esq... Read More →
avatar for Joy Martin

Joy Martin

MRTH, PA
Joy Martin is the Trustee Assistant to Ross Hartog in Miami, Florida. She previously has served as the Trustee Assistant Liaison on the NABT Board. Joy has been a paralegal at the firm MRTH working with Ross for 25 years and has been his Trustee Assistant since he was appointed to... Read More →
avatar for Carleen L. Cignetto

Carleen L. Cignetto

Johnson Legal Group, LLC
Carleen Cignetto is currently an associate attorney with Johnson Legal Group, LLC in Chicago and Trustee Assistant to Cindy M. Johnson, Chapter 7 Panel Trustee for the Northern District of Illinois.She started her career as an associate attorney for Grochocinski & Grochocinski, a... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant

12:00pm MST

NABT Lunch
Monday June 2, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

1:00pm MST

Bankruptcy Tax Traps and Tax Benefits
Monday June 2, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
The Internal Revenue Code provides specific guidelines for bankruptcy estates.  Discover how to use those rules to your estates’ advantage and avoid the pitfalls along the way.  Learn how to evaluate the tax benefits and traps that Trustees should be aware of for Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 individual and business bankruptcies.  Topics will include identification of when an estate is likely to be taxable and how to approach assets sales, pass-through partnerships and S corporations, required payroll and 1099 reporting, as well as potential tax elections to consider.
Speakers
avatar for Lesley Johnson

Lesley Johnson

KapilaMukamal, LLP
Ms. Johnson concentrates on bankruptcy and insolvency taxation. She has provided tax services to debtors, creditors, Receivers, Bankruptcy Trustees and Liquidating Trustees. Her experience includes analyzing sophisticated and complex tax issues relating to mortgage-backed securities... Read More →
avatar for Arthur Lander

Arthur Lander

Arthur Lander CPA PC
Arthur Lander is a practicing CPA with over 40 years of tax experience. For the last 36 years he has been working with various trustees in Washington DC., Northern Virginia, and Maryland. He graduated from the George Mason University School of Law in 1988 and practice business law... Read More →
avatar for Barry E. Mukamal

Barry E. Mukamal

KapilaMukamal, LLP
Barry Mukamal is a Partner at KapilaMukamal, LLP in Fort Lauderdale and has built a distinguished 40-year career in bankruptcy, insolvency, and advisory services, leading a team of highly trained professionals specializing in complex financial matters. His expertise spans forensic... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

1:00pm MST

Facilitation v. Mediation
Monday June 2, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
Speakers
avatar for Ryan J. Richmond

Ryan J. Richmond

Partner, Sternberg, Naccari & White, LLC
Ryan J. Richmond is a partner at the New Orleans-based law firm of Sternberg, Naccari & White, LLC. Since 2020, he has served as a Subchapter V trustee throughout Louisiana. Ryan earned his JD from LSU in 2006 and later an MBA in 2015. He clerked for the Hon. Douglas D. Dodd from... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

1:00pm MST

Microsoft Office Workflow Solutions
Monday June 2, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
Optimizing our use of available technologies has the potential to make us more efficient with less frustration. Join me in solving the biggest  Microsoft Office pain points of the Trustee Assistant community. In the end, we have computers and software to make our lives easier. Let us make sure that is the case.
Speakers
avatar for Stefan Kosmala-Dalhback

Stefan Kosmala-Dalhback

Law Offices of Weneta M.A. Kosmala
Stefan Kosmala-Dahlbeck is the Trustee Assistant to Weneta Kosmala in Newport Beach, California. Stefan assisted with the Covid transition of the Trustee’s practice to an electronic platform and helped spearhead the original integration of Zoom 341(a) hearings. Stefan has also written... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant

2:00pm MST

Break with Our Sponsors
Monday June 2, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

2:30pm MST

Key Considerations for Operating a Business, Conversions from Chapter 11 to Chapter 7, and Identifying, Preserving & Prosecuting D & O Claims
Monday June 2, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
This panel will provide a high level overview of and explore issues related to: (a) key considerations for (i) Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 trustees appointed in cases with an operating business debtor, and (ii) Chapter 7 trustees appointed in converted cases with, or considering conversion of, an operating business debtor; and (b) preserving and evaluating potential directors & officers’ liability claims (“D&O”) as an avenue of recovery for the estate. The panelists will also provide practice pointers that will help you to most efficiently and effectively manage corporate cases and explore D&O claims in order to maximize recoveries.
Speakers
avatar for Scott N. Brown

Scott N. Brown

Bast Amron LLP
Scott N. Brown is a Chambers USA ranked partner at Bast Amron LLP in Miami, FL and a panel Chapter 7 bankruptcy Trustee. Scott is considered a thought leader in the industry and has been practicing in the bankruptcy/insolvency field for over 20 years. Scott concentrates his practice... Read More →
avatar for David P. Leibowitz

David P. Leibowitz

Lakelaw
David Leibowitz has been in practice for 51 years. He graduated from Loyola University of Chicago Law School, cum laude, where he also served as an editor of the Law Review and became a member of the Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society. He has served as a member of the Board of Directors... Read More →
avatar for Dana R. Quick

Dana R. Quick

Partner, Bast Amron LLP
Dana Quick is the first female and first LGBTQIA+ to be named partner at Bast Amron LLP in Miami, FL. Dana practices in the area of insolvency and commercial litigation. Her experience and expertise include prosecuting director and officer liability claims, and lender liability claims... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

2:30pm MST

Subchapter V Judges' Panel
Monday June 2, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
Frequently regarded as the highlight of an annual meeting, this moderated panel discussion will feature sitting bankruptcy judges, who will offer their perspectives on current issues related to Subchapter-V cases with a focus on issues impacting trustees. We welcome you to bring your questions and participate in what will undoubtedly be an engaging panel.
Speakers
avatar for Hon. Meredith S. Grabill

Hon. Meredith S. Grabill

United States Bankruptcy Court
Chief Judge Meredith Grabill started her tenure as the Chief Judge for the United States Bankruptcy Court in the Eastern District of Louisiana in 2019. Prior to taking the bench, she practiced law primarily in the areas of bankruptcy, commercial, and oil and gas litigation in Louisiana... Read More →
avatar for Hon. Mary Jo Heston

Hon. Mary Jo Heston

United States Bankruptcy Court
Mary Jo Heston is a United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of Washington. Prior to her appointment she was a shareholder in the Seattle and Portland Offices of Lane Powell PC where her practice involved commercial litigation and transactional matters with an emphasis... Read More →
avatar for Hon. David M. Warren

Hon. David M. Warren

Judge, United States Bankruptcy Court
David M. Warren was appointed as United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina on October 4, 2013 and took the oath of office on February 7, 2014. He became Chief Judge on July 28, 2021. His chambers are in the Century Station Courthouse and Post Office... Read More →
avatar for Greta M. Brouphy

Greta M. Brouphy

Heller, Draper & Horn, LLC
Greta M. Brouphy works primarily in the bankruptcy practice group of the firm and is an appointed chapter 11 subchapter v trustee by the United States, Region 5 Districts of Louisiana and Mississippi and a Panel 7 Trustee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

2:30pm MST

Preference Pitfalls and Strategies
Monday June 2, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
This session will dive into where to look for potential preferences, timelines for litigation and discovery.
Speakers
avatar for Carleen L. Cignetto

Carleen L. Cignetto

Johnson Legal Group, LLC
Carleen Cignetto is currently an associate attorney with Johnson Legal Group, LLC in Chicago and Trustee Assistant to Cindy M. Johnson, Chapter 7 Panel Trustee for the Northern District of Illinois.She started her career as an associate attorney for Grochocinski & Grochocinski, a... Read More →
avatar for Dwayne M. Murray

Dwayne M. Murray

Attorney, Murray & Murray LLC
Dwayne M. Murray is an insolvency lawyer serving his 32nd term as a Chapter 7 Panel Trustee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Louisiana.  He has been appointed Subchapter V Trustee, Liquidator, and Chapter 11 Trustee.  He serves as a Special Master... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant

3:30pm MST

Break with Our Sponsors
Monday June 2, 2025 3:30pm - 4:00pm MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 3:30pm - 4:00pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

3:30pm MST

NABT / EOUST Liaison Meeting (by invitation only)
Monday June 2, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

4:00pm MST

Shark Tank Ethics, Year III
Monday June 2, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MST
TBA
America's Team, the Trustees (a/k/a the Minnows) will take on the National Team, composed of four determined Judges (a/k/a the Sharks). The program and panel is patterned off the TV Show Shark Tank wherein the Trustees will set forth and argue for the adoption of a new proposition involving a bankruptcy code section, a bankruptcy rule or patterns and practices, and the ethical implications and model code rules which necessitate the change or proposition. The appellate style presentation and questions and answers between the Teams will leave you with a clear understanding of the ethical issues and model code sections implicated in the proposition.
Speakers
avatar for Hon. James W. Boyd

Hon. James W. Boyd

United States Bankruptcy Court
James W. Boyd was appointed as a United States Bankruptcy Judge, Western District of Michigan, in May 2014. He currently presides over bankruptcy matters in Grand Rapids, Traverse City and Marquette. Prior to his judicial service, he was a partner with the Traverse City law firm of... Read More →
avatar for Hon. Daniel P. Collins

Hon. Daniel P. Collins

United States Bankruptcy Court
Judge Daniel P. Collins was appointed to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Arizona effective as of January 18, 2013, and served as Chief Judge from 2014-2017. Judge Collins was the 2023 President of the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges, is a Fellow in the American College... Read More →
avatar for Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn

Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn

United States Bankruptcy Court
Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn was appointed as a 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. A frequent speaker and author on bankruptcy topics, Judge Gunn brings a unique perspective... Read More →
avatar for Hon. Mitchell L. Herren

Hon. Mitchell L. Herren

United States Bankruptcy Court
Judge Herren, District of Kansas, previously practiced with a trial firm in Kansas City, served as in-house litigation counsel for a large energy company, and then practiced with a Wichita/Kansas City firm where he focused on commercial litigation for clients ranging from individuals... Read More →
avatar for Kara K. Gendron

Kara K. Gendron

Mott & Gendron Law
Kara Gendron has practiced bankruptcy law exclusively since 2001, focusing on helping individuals, farmers, and small business owners navigate Chapter 7, 11, 12, and 13 cases. She is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Courts for the Middle... Read More →
avatar for Kenneth W. Gordon

Kenneth W. Gordon

Chapter 7 Trustee, Kenneth W Gordon, Trustee
Ken Gordon was appointed as a Chapter 7 Panel Trustee in 1996 and continues to serve as a Trustee in the Western District of New York.  He has lectured regularly on bankruptcy topics for NABT and the local and state bar associations. Ken serves as Social Committee Chair and is on... Read More →
avatar for Frank J. Kokoszka

Frank J. Kokoszka

Kokoszka & Janczur, PC
Frank J. Kokoszka graduated from Loyola University of Chicago in 1986 with a B.A, Honors, in Political Science and English, and then from Duke University School of Law in 1989.  He is the Senior Partner of Kokoszka & Janczur, P.C. practicing primarily bankruptcy/creditors’ rights... Read More →
avatar for Nancy B. Rapoport

Nancy B. Rapoport

Professor, Boyd School of Law, UNLV
Nancy B. Rapoport is a UNLV Distinguished Professor, the Garman Turner Gordon Professor of Law at the William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and an Affiliate Professor of Business Law and Ethics in the Lee Business School at UNLV.  After receiving her B.A... Read More →
avatar for Ryan J. Richmond

Ryan J. Richmond

Partner, Sternberg, Naccari & White, LLC
Ryan J. Richmond is a partner at the New Orleans-based law firm of Sternberg, Naccari & White, LLC. Since 2020, he has served as a Subchapter V trustee throughout Louisiana. Ryan earned his JD from LSU in 2006 and later an MBA in 2015. He clerked for the Hon. Douglas D. Dodd from... Read More →
avatar for Gary F. Seitz

Gary F. Seitz

Partner, Gellert Seitz Busenkell & Brown, LLC
Gary is an accomplished attorney with a proven track record of success   in   matters related  to bankruptcy, business finance, transportation and  commercial litigation. Gary has special expertise in maritime recovery and vessel arrests.Gary Seitz served as a Chapter 7 Panel... Read More →
avatar for Darcy D. Williamson

Darcy D. Williamson

Trustee, Wiliamson Law Office
Darcy D. Williamson is a native of Arapahoe, Nebraska, and a 1979 graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration.  She was a member of the UNL Women’s Basketball Team.  She obtained her Juris Doctor from Washburn University... Read More →
Monday June 2, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MST
TBA
  Chapter 7   Subchapter V   Trustee Assistant

5:30pm MST

IWIRC Happy Hour
Monday June 2, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MST
TBA
  Chapter 7   Subchapter V   Trustee Assistant

5:30pm MST

NewTAC Happy Hour sponsored by Verita (by invitation only)
Monday June 2, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

7:00pm MST

Platinum Sponsor Dinners (by invitation)
Monday June 2, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm MST
TBA
Monday June 2, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General
 
Tuesday, June 3
 

6:00am MST

Morning Run/Walk
Tuesday June 3, 2025 6:00am - 7:00am MST
TBA
Meet in the hotel lobby to had out for a quick morning run/walk on the hotel grounds. There will be a running group and a walking group - led by your fellow conference attendees. 
Tuesday June 3, 2025 6:00am - 7:00am MST
TBA
  Networking - General

7:30am MST

Grab & Go Breakfast
Tuesday June 3, 2025 7:30am - 8:00am MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 7:30am - 8:00am MST
TBA
  Networking - General

7:30am MST

Registration Desk Open
Tuesday June 3, 2025 7:30am - 5:30pm MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 7:30am - 5:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

8:00am MST

From Good to Great: Elevating your Trial Game with Advanced Techniques and Tips
Tuesday June 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
The panelists will cover essential strategies for effective trial preparation and presentation. This discussion will emphasize Techniques and Tips for courtroom procedures, leveraging technology, and making cost-effective decisions.  This will include guidance on structuring a case, developing narratives, key examination techniques, evidentiary issues and handling objections. Attendees will gain valuable insights into optimizing their trial approach, from start to finish, ensuring thorough and persuasive case presentations, and elevating your trial game.
Speakers
avatar for Hon. Mitchell L. Herren

Hon. Mitchell L. Herren

United States Bankruptcy Court
Judge Herren, District of Kansas, previously practiced with a trial firm in Kansas City, served as in-house litigation counsel for a large energy company, and then practiced with a Wichita/Kansas City firm where he focused on commercial litigation for clients ranging from individuals... Read More →
avatar for Janet S. Northrup

Janet S. Northrup

Hughes Watters Askanase LLP
Janet Northrup is Of Counsel with the Houston Law Firm of Hughes Watters Askanase LLP.  With 45 years of legal experience, she has handled a variety of legal matters over her career in the areas of mediation and Bankruptcy law.  A highly strategic, goal-focused, and results-oriented... Read More →
avatar for Marianne T. O'Toole

Marianne T. O'Toole

O'Toole + O'Toole PLLC
Marianne T. O’Toole is a partner in O’Toole + O’Toole PLLC and practices primarily in the areas of bankruptcy, creditor’s rights, and other insolvency matters. In addition, Ms. O’Toole offers legal counsel with respect to bankruptcy protected structures for commercial real... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

8:00am MST

Subchapter V – Best Practices for Case Management
Tuesday June 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
This session will cover best practices from the initial appointment through confirmation and final reporting. Topics include docket and document review, calendaring, fee applications, debtor and creditor interactions, and trustee responsibilities. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to streamline case administration, avoid common pitfalls, and maintain compliance across varying court requirements.
Speakers
avatar for Kathryn L. Carter

Kathryn L. Carter

Law Offices of Craig M. Geno, PLLC
Kathryn L. Carter received her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice with a minor in legal studies in 2011 from the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Continuing her education, Ms. Carter attended Mississippi College School of Law in Jackson, Mississippi... Read More →
avatar for Ryan J. Richmond

Ryan J. Richmond

Partner, Sternberg, Naccari & White, LLC
Ryan J. Richmond is a partner at the New Orleans-based law firm of Sternberg, Naccari & White, LLC. Since 2020, he has served as a Subchapter V trustee throughout Louisiana. Ryan earned his JD from LSU in 2006 and later an MBA in 2015. He clerked for the Hon. Douglas D. Dodd from... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant

9:00am MST

Break with Our Sponsors
Tuesday June 3, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am MST
TBA
  Networking - General

9:30am MST

Case Law Update I
Tuesday June 3, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
One of the most anticipated panels at every conference, the Case Law Update highlights the most important, surprising and challenging decisions rendered by the Bankruptcy and Appellate Courts around the country. The panel scours the opinions that were issued since the last conference and looks for patterns, changes and new approaches to old problems to be able to present them in an interactive, interesting and thought-provoking way.

Speakers
avatar for Hon. Eddward P. Ballinger, Jr.

Hon. Eddward P. Ballinger, Jr.

United States Bankruptcy Court
Eddward P. Ballinger, Jr., was sworn in as a U. S. Bankruptcy Judge on Valentine’s/Arizona Statehood Day, 2013.  Prior to his appointment he was an Arizona Superior Court Judge, serving at various times as that court’s Presiding Judge of the Criminal and Juvenile courts.  In... Read More →
avatar for Hon. Mary Grace Diehl

Hon. Mary Grace Diehl

United States Bankruptcy Court
Mary Grace Diehl is a Bankruptcy Judge for the Northern District of Georgia serving on recall status. She was appointed to the Court in February 2004 and retired in February 2018.  As a recalled judge, Judge Diehl conducts pro-bono mediations in matters assigned to other bankruptcy... Read More →
avatar for Andrea Dobin

Andrea Dobin

McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC
Andrea Dobin is a member of the law firm of McManimon Scotland and Baumann, resident in the firm’s office in Trenton, New Jersey. Andrea has served as a panel Chapter 7 Trustee since 1999 and as New Jersey’s primary Chapter 12 Trustee since 2005. Her practice consists largely... Read More →
avatar for Ronald R. Peterson

Ronald R. Peterson

Of Counsel, Jenner & Block LLP
Debtors, trustees, creditors, committees, landlords, and secured lenders in Chapter 11 cases turn to Ron Peterson for his counsel. Ron also advises clients on transactional issues such as corporate restructurings. His distinguished career has been highlighted by presiding over high-stakes... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

9:30am MST

Cyber Attacks May Not Come With a Training Manual: Cautionary Tales for Subchapter V Trustees
Tuesday June 3, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
What would you do if a hacker targeted the title company you have used for years and rerouted proceeds from a sale process you spearheaded as a Subchapter V trustee? The money is in the wind. Can you get it back? Are you responsible? What would you do first? Where do you turn for help? This panel will examine a very real turn of events and provide insights and survival skills.
Speakers
avatar for Hon. Meredith S. Grabill

Hon. Meredith S. Grabill

United States Bankruptcy Court
Chief Judge Meredith Grabill started her tenure as the Chief Judge for the United States Bankruptcy Court in the Eastern District of Louisiana in 2019. Prior to taking the bench, she practiced law primarily in the areas of bankruptcy, commercial, and oil and gas litigation in Louisiana... Read More →
avatar for Brendon Singh

Brendon Singh

Partner, Tran Singh LLP
Brendon Singh, a founding partner of Tran Singh LLP, enjoys a successful practice with a focus in consumer and corporate restructuring and litigation. Brendon’s experience includes representation of debtors in Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies, and out of court workouts... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

10:30am MST

Executive and Important Updates from the AOUSC / Bankruptcy Administrators
Tuesday June 3, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
TBA
  Chapter 7   Subchapter V   Trustee Assistant

10:30am MST

Executive and Important Updates from the EOUST
Tuesday June 3, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
TBA
  Chapter 7   Subchapter V   Trustee Assistant

11:30am MST

NABT Awards Luncheon sponsored by Stinson
Tuesday June 3, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

1:00pm MST

Legal Strategies to Recover Assets from Non-Debtors Other Than Through Avoidance Actions
Tuesday June 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
The panel will discuss a trustee's rights, duties and restrictions in recovering and monetizing the estate’s interests in closely-held limited liability entities and corporations. It will also discuss the legal theories and strategies used to recover assets from non-debtor entities, including trusts, such as veil-piercing and alter ego theories. This panel will only tangentially focus on conventional fraudulent conveyance theories used to recover transferred assets.
Speakers
avatar for Hon. Mary Jo Heston

Hon. Mary Jo Heston

United States Bankruptcy Court
Mary Jo Heston is a United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of Washington. Prior to her appointment she was a shareholder in the Seattle and Portland Offices of Lane Powell PC where her practice involved commercial litigation and transactional matters with an emphasis... Read More →
avatar for N. Neville Reid

N. Neville Reid

Fox, Swibel, Levin & Carroll LLP
Neville Reid is an attorney and a capital partner who co-chairs the Bankruptcy, Restructuring and Creditors’ Rights Group at the law firm of Fox, Swibel, Levin & Carroll LLP in Chicago. Prior to Fox Swibel, Neville was a partner in the bankruptcy group of Mayer Brown LLP, where... Read More →
avatar for Elissa D. Miller

Elissa D. Miller

Greenspoon Marder
Elissa D. Miller is a partner in the Bankruptcy & Reorganization practice group at Greenspoon Marder. As a well-established bankruptcy lawyer and fiduciary, Ms. Miller represents secured and unsecured creditors, creditors’ committees, and trustees in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 11... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

1:00pm MST

Pitfalls of Being an Operating Subchapter V Trustee
Tuesday June 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
This panel will explore the challenges faced by Subchapter V trustees who assume control of a debtor’s business. Using real-world case studies, we will discuss common pitfalls, legal ambiguities, and best practices for trustees operating under Sections 1183, 704, and 1106 of the Bankruptcy Code.
Speakers
avatar for Geoffrey Groshong

Geoffrey Groshong

Groshong Law PLLC
Geoff Groshong is a solo practitioner in Seattle, Washington, focusing on bankruptcy, receiverships, and workouts. He serves as a Subchapter V trustee in the Western District of Washington and the District of Alaska. He has also served as a Subchapter V trustee in the Eastern District... Read More →
avatar for Nancy Isaacson

Nancy Isaacson

Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP
Ms. Isaacson focuses her practice in bankruptcy and insolvency, with an emphasis on trustee and creditor rights law. She serves as a Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 11 Subchapter V Trustee for debtors in federal bankruptcy proceedings, and has represented appellants in cases before... Read More →
avatar for Charles N. Persing

Charles N. Persing

Partner, Bederson LLP
Chuck is a member of the Insolvency and Litigation Services team at Bederson. His practice includes representation of Chapter 7 Trustees and Creditor’s Committees, performing valuations, handling commercial disputes and serving as Receiver. He is the Business Valuations and Litigation... Read More →
avatar for Natasha M. Songonuga

Natasha M. Songonuga

Partner, Archer & Greiner PC
Natasha focuses on business reorganization and restructuring matters, working across the full spectrum of chapter 11 cases and counseling creditors in assignments for the benefit of creditors state court insolvency proceedings. Her clients include debtors and creditors, chapter 11... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

1:00pm MST

Learning Labs
Tuesday June 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant

2:00pm MST

Break with Our Sponsors
Tuesday June 3, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

2:30pm MST

Case Law Update II
Tuesday June 3, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
One of the most anticipated panels at every conference, the Case Law Update highlights the most important, surprising and challenging decisions rendered by the Bankruptcy and Appellate Courts around the country. The panel scours the opinions that were issued since the last conference and looks for patterns, changes and new approaches to old problems to be able to present them in an interactive, interesting and thought-provoking way.
Speakers
avatar for Hon. Eddward P. Ballinger, Jr.

Hon. Eddward P. Ballinger, Jr.

United States Bankruptcy Court
Eddward P. Ballinger, Jr., was sworn in as a U. S. Bankruptcy Judge on Valentine’s/Arizona Statehood Day, 2013.  Prior to his appointment he was an Arizona Superior Court Judge, serving at various times as that court’s Presiding Judge of the Criminal and Juvenile courts.  In... Read More →
avatar for Hon. Mary Grace Diehl

Hon. Mary Grace Diehl

United States Bankruptcy Court
Mary Grace Diehl is a Bankruptcy Judge for the Northern District of Georgia serving on recall status. She was appointed to the Court in February 2004 and retired in February 2018.  As a recalled judge, Judge Diehl conducts pro-bono mediations in matters assigned to other bankruptcy... Read More →
avatar for Andrea Dobin

Andrea Dobin

McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC
Andrea Dobin is a member of the law firm of McManimon Scotland and Baumann, resident in the firm’s office in Trenton, New Jersey. Andrea has served as a panel Chapter 7 Trustee since 1999 and as New Jersey’s primary Chapter 12 Trustee since 2005. Her practice consists largely... Read More →
avatar for Ronald R. Peterson

Ronald R. Peterson

Of Counsel, Jenner & Block LLP
Debtors, trustees, creditors, committees, landlords, and secured lenders in Chapter 11 cases turn to Ron Peterson for his counsel. Ron also advises clients on transactional issues such as corporate restructurings. His distinguished career has been highlighted by presiding over high-stakes... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

2:30pm MST

Working With Creditors
Tuesday June 3, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
Speakers
avatar for Matthew Brash

Matthew Brash

Senior Managing Director, Newpoint Advisors Corporation
Matthew Brash is Senior Managing Director and lead professional of Newpoint’s TRAIL (Trustee, Receivership, Assignee, Interim Management, Liquidation) platform. Matthew works on behalf of companies, national and global commercial lenders, law firms, private equity firms, and key... Read More →
avatar for Douglas Flahaut

Douglas Flahaut

Founder, Echo Park Legal, APC
Doug Flahaut is the founder of Echo Park Legal, APC a boutique business bankruptcy firm in Los Angeles. He is a Subchapter V Trustee for the Central District of California and specializes in business bankruptcies, workouts, and receivership matters. He graduated from UCLA School of... Read More →
avatar for Cameron Murray

Cameron Murray

Associate, Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips L.L.P.
Cameron Murray is an attorney at Taylor, Porter, Brooks and Phillips LLP practicing insolvency law, commercial litigation and commercial transactions. Cameron received his J.D. from Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 2022, where he received the CALI Excellence... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

2:30pm MST

Adversaries and Involuntaries, What You Need to Know
Tuesday June 3, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
Bankruptcy Trustees and their assistants must understand the fundamentals of adversary proceedings and involuntary bankruptcies. This presentation will review and explain the relevant sections of the Bankruptcy Code and Bankruptcy Rules, offering practical insights to help in managing cases involving adversary proceedings and involuntary bankruptcies.
Speakers
avatar for Marc P. Barmat

Marc P. Barmat

Furr Cohen PA
In February 2011, Marc Barmat was appointed as a Chapter 7 panel trustee in the Southern District of Florida by the United States Trustee. Additionally, he serves as an Assignee in Assignment for the Benefit of Creditors cases and State Court-appointed Receiver.Beyond his fiduciary... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant

3:30pm MST

Break with Our Sponsors
Tuesday June 3, 2025 3:30pm - 4:00pm MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 3:30pm - 4:00pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

4:00pm MST

Ethics Issues with Artificial Intelligence
Tuesday June 3, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MST
TBA
This session will discuss how GenAI works, how GenAI can be used in the practice of law, and the various ethical pitfalls that can happen when lawyers don't understand how to use GenAI effectively. 

Speakers
avatar for Nancy B. Rapoport

Nancy B. Rapoport

Professor, Boyd School of Law, UNLV
Nancy B. Rapoport is a UNLV Distinguished Professor, the Garman Turner Gordon Professor of Law at the William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and an Affiliate Professor of Business Law and Ethics in the Lee Business School at UNLV.  After receiving her B.A... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MST
TBA
  Chapter 7   Subchapter V

4:00pm MST

Never Judge a Book By Its Cover: How to Liquidate Unusual Assets to Make More Meaningful Distributions to Creditors
Tuesday June 3, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MST
TBA
As a 25-year veteran in the world of bankruptcy, our guest expert has recovered thousands of assets internationally. In this session, he provides his blueprint for turning an array of difficult assets into a meaningful distributions to the estate and shares real case examples of monetizing hard-to-liquidate assets.
Speakers
avatar for John A. Palumbo

John A. Palumbo

Owner, Bankruptcy Asset Management
John A. Palumbo is the principal of Bankruptcy Asset Management, based in Jacksonville, Florida, as well as one of the nation's leading authorities on the evaluation and liquidation of unusual assets in bankruptcy. His ability to recover and monetize assets (oftentimes deemed unworthy... Read More →
Tuesday June 3, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant

5:30pm MST

President's Circle Reception sponsored by International Sureties (by invitation)
Tuesday June 3, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

7:00pm MST

NABT Reception
Tuesday June 3, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm MST
TBA
Tuesday June 3, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General
 
Wednesday, June 4
 

6:00am MST

Morning Bike Ride
Wednesday June 4, 2025 6:00am - 7:00am MST
TBA
Join your fellow conference attendees for a quick morning ride. Your hotel reservation at the Phoenician includes bike rentals for 2 hours each day at no additional cost. Meet in the lobby to ride together before our final day of classes. 
Wednesday June 4, 2025 6:00am - 7:00am MST
TBA

7:30am MST

Grab & Go Breakfast
Wednesday June 4, 2025 7:30am - 8:00am MST
TBA
Wednesday June 4, 2025 7:30am - 8:00am MST
TBA
  Networking - General

7:30am MST

Registration Desk Open
Wednesday June 4, 2025 7:30am - 1:00pm MST
TBA
Wednesday June 4, 2025 7:30am - 1:00pm MST
TBA
  Networking - General

8:00am MST

The O.K. Corral - Train Robbers, Bank Robbers and Difficult Debtors: What's a Trustee to Do?
Wednesday June 4, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
The panelists will attempt to define and identify “Difficult Debtors,”  which includes pro se debtors, creditors, vexatious litigants and Sovereign Citizens before you are knee deep into the case.  In the quest to fulfill your statutory duties to obtain property and information for the estate from the difficult party the panelists will discuss a wide array of offensive tools and techniques you can utilize in these types of cases, from contempt (civil and criminal), to bench warrants, to garnishments, till taps and executions and much more. The panel will discuss defensive tools (such as the Barton doctrine, the three standards of liability and removal issues under Section 324,  as well as common sense strategies and tips. The presentation will include a judicial perspective regarding the Difficult Debtor who files pleadings and appears in Court and why such deference or patience may given to pro se parties.  
Speakers
avatar for Hon. James W. Boyd

Hon. James W. Boyd

United States Bankruptcy Court
James W. Boyd was appointed as a United States Bankruptcy Judge, Western District of Michigan, in May 2014. He currently presides over bankruptcy matters in Grand Rapids, Traverse City and Marquette. Prior to his judicial service, he was a partner with the Traverse City law firm of... Read More →
avatar for Patricia E. Hamilton

Patricia E. Hamilton

Stevens & Brand LLP
Patricia is a member of the Kansas Bar Association and is Past President of the KBA Bankruptcy & Insolvency Section. Patricia is also a member of the United States Bankruptcy Court Bench-Bar Committee, Topeka Bar Association, Topeka Area Bankruptcy Council, Kansas City Bankruptcy... Read More →
avatar for Darcy D. Williamson

Darcy D. Williamson

Trustee, Wiliamson Law Office
Darcy D. Williamson is a native of Arapahoe, Nebraska, and a 1979 graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration.  She was a member of the UNL Women’s Basketball Team.  She obtained her Juris Doctor from Washburn University... Read More →
Wednesday June 4, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

8:00am MST

Eligibility in Subchapter V
Wednesday June 4, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
Speakers
avatar for Bryan S. Perkinson

Bryan S. Perkinson

Founder, Managing Director, Sonoran Capital Advisors
Bryan Perkinson is a managing director and founding partner of Sonoran Capital Advisors. Prior to founding Sonoran, Bryan worked as a director for the international insolvency firm, KRYS Global. Prior to that, Bryan worked for another advisory firm, Odyssey Capital Group. Bryan is... Read More →
avatar for David Wood

David Wood

Partner, Marshack Hays Wood LLP
David A. Wood is a Partner at Marshack Hays Wood LLP. His practice areas include bankruptcy litigation, business and civil litigation, lender liability, and creditors’ rights.Mr. Wood’s practice areas include Chapter 11 business reorganizations, representation of Chapter 11 debtors... Read More →
Wednesday June 4, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

9:00am MST

Break with Our Sponsors
Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am MST
TBA
Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am MST
TBA
  Networking - General

9:30am MST

Supervising Professionals
Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
Speakers
avatar for Russell D. Garrett

Russell D. Garrett

Jordan Ramis, P.C.
Russ is an active member of both the Oregon State Bar and the Washington State Bar.  He has over 35 years of experience representing clients in complex business and financial issues both in and out of the courtroom.  He routinely advises businesses and individuals on strategic issues... Read More →
avatar for David P. Goodrich

David P. Goodrich

Golden Goodrich, LLP
David M. Goodrich has represented bankruptcy trustees, large financial companies, distressed businesses, secured and unsecured creditors, unsecured creditor committees, receivers, and commercial litigants throughout California since 2000.  David focuses on representation of fiduciaries... Read More →
Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
  Chapter 7

9:30am MST

Accounting Basics for Subchapter V Trustees
Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
  Subchapter V

9:30am MST

Trustee Assistant Wrap-Up
Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
Wednesday June 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
TBA
  Trustee Assistant
 
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