NACBA's Members-Only Workshop 2026: Full Schedule

WELCOME TO NACBA’s MEMBERS-ONLY FALL WORKSHOP IN MAUI, HI!

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7:30am HST

Track 3: Island Efficiency: Best Practices for the Bankruptcy Paralegal

Saturday October 10, 2026 7:30am - 8:45am HST

Strong organization is the key to a successful bankruptcy practice. From calendaring deadlines and tracking court notices to managing client communications and maintaining workflows, this session covers practical systems that help paralegals stay organized, reduce stress, and support attorneys more effectively. Walk away with proven strategies to improve productivity and case management.

Speakers

Carey Ebert

Standing Chapter 13 Trustee, Office of the Standing Chapter 13 Trustee

Ms. Ebert received her B.A. degree from H. Sophie Newcomb College of Tulane University, cum laude in Public Policy in 1982. She received her J.D. in 1985 from Texas Tech University. She was been a member of the firm, Ebert Law Offices, P.C. since 1989 until 2019. Ms. Ebert is admitted to the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas and the United... Read More →

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 →

Saturday October 10, 2026 7:30am - 8:45am HST
Aulani Ballroom | Haku

Track 3, Newbie/Paralegal Track

9:15am HST

Track 3: Motions That Matter: Understanding the Building Blocks of Bankruptcy Litigation

Saturday October 10, 2026 9:15am - 10:30am HST

Aulani Ballroom | Haku

Relief from stay, motions to avoid liens, motions to extend or impose the automatic stay, motions to incur debt, and more—what do they all mean, and why are they important? This session provides a practical overview of the most common motions encountered in consumer bankruptcy practice, helping attendees understand their purpose, timing, and impact on a case.

Speakers

Ahren Tiller

Ahren Tiller has been extensively practicing in the field of Bankruptcy Law for his entire career. Ahren Tiller is one of only four Attorneys in California tripled certified as a Bankruptcy Law Specialist, Consumer Bankruptcy Law Specialist, and a Business Bankruptcy Law Specialist... Read More →

Kim Glibert

Office Manager, Law Office of John T. Orcutt, P.C.

Kim Gilbert is the dedicated Office Manager at the Law Office of John T. Orcutt, P.C., where she has proudly served for 33 years, guiding the firm’s impressive growth from a single-attorney office to a thriving practice of thirteen attorneys. Her leadership and operational expertise... Read More →

Saturday October 10, 2026 9:15am - 10:30am HST
Aulani Ballroom | Haku