NACBA's Members-Only Workshop 2026: Full Schedule

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

7:30am HST

Track 1: Marketing to Gen Z Clients

Friday October 9, 2026 7:30am - 8:45am HST

TBA

Speakers

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 →

Melissa Betron

Law Office of John T. Orcutt

Melissa Betron, Esq. is a consumer bankruptcy attorney with the Law Office of John T. Orcutt, where she has focused her practice exclusively on representing individuals and families in consumer bankruptcy matters for the past two years.
Melissa works closely with clients navigating financial hardship, guiding them through the Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 process with clarity, compassion, and practical problem-solving. She is committed to helping consumers understand their rights and achieve meaningful financial relief... Read More →

Adrienne Hines

Partner, KWHD&W

Adrienne Hines, Esq. | The Lady Like Lawyer
With nearly 30years of experience in bankruptcy law, Adrienne Hines is Ohio’s go-to expert for debt relief with dignity. Her approach blends deep legal knowledge with real human empathy - guiding clients through financial crisis with c... Read More →

Friday October 9, 2026 7:30am - 8:45am HST
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Track 1

8:45am HST

Track 1: The Final Turn: Death, Inheritance, and Bankruptcy Administration

Friday October 9, 2026 8:45am - 10:00am HST

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What happens when a debtor dies—or inherits—during a bankruptcy case? This session breaks down trustee authority, estate administration rules, and how death or inheritance can reshape a case midstream.

Speakers

Kara Gendron

Owner, Mott & Gendron Law

BIOGRAPHY

Kara K. Gendron is a bankruptcy attorney and co-owner of Mott & Gendron Law in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Since 2001, she has focused exclusively on representing individuals, farmers, and small business owners in Chapter 7, 12, and 13 bankruptcy cases, with experience in Chapter 11... Read More →

Scott Waterman

Chapter 13 Trustee, Eastern District of Pennsylvania Chapter 13 Trustee Office Reading

Mr. Waterman graduated from Tufts University in 1991 with a dual major in history and political science. He received his J.D. from Temple University School of Law in 1994. He is a Chapter 13 Standing Trustee for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and his office is located in... Read More →

Scott Etish

President, Advanced Markets, Coventry

Scott Etish is Vice President, Advanced Markets at Coventry, where he workswith attorneys and fiduciaries who advise high-net-worth clients on complexestate and financial planning matters. Mr. Etish specializes in helping legal andfinancial professionals unlock the hidden value of... Read More →

Friday October 9, 2026 8:45am - 10:00am HST
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Track 1

10:15am HST

Track 1: Claiming and Litigating Exemptions

Friday October 9, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am HST

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Speakers

Marc Stern

Dogs, wine, or humor. No politics or religion.

Friday October 9, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am HST
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Track 1

11:30am HST

Track 1: Sub-V

Friday October 9, 2026 11:30am - 12:45pm HST

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Building on Part I, this session tackles more complex tax issues, including strategic planning considerations and advanced problem-solving for challenging tax scenarios.

Friday October 9, 2026 11:30am - 12:45pm HST
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Track 1

7:30am HST

Track 1: Consumer Protection Waves: FDCPA, FCRA, and Bankruptcy Strategy

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

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Saturday October 10, 2026 7:30am - 8:45am HST
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Track 1

8:45am HST

Track 1: Corporate Crosscurrents: Bankruptcy Issues Involving Business Entities

Saturday October 10, 2026 8:45am - 10:00am HST

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Saturday October 10, 2026 8:45am - 10:00am HST
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10:30am HST

Track 1: Negotiating the Shoreline: Working with Chapter 7 Trustees and Equity Buybacks

Saturday October 10, 2026 10:30am - 11:45am HST

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Learn effective strategies for negotiating with Chapter 7 trustees, including equity buybacks and asset resolution techniques that protect client interests.

Saturday October 10, 2026 10:30am - 11:45am HST
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10:30am HST

Track 2: Avoidance Actions Part II: Litigating Preferences and Defenses

Saturday October 10, 2026 10:30am - 11:45am HST

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Building on Part I, this session examines defenses, litigation strategies, and practical considerations for handling avoidance actions in consumer cases.

Saturday October 10, 2026 10:30am - 11:45am HST
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Track 1

7:30am HST

Plenary: Ethics & Practice Sustainability | Hidden Reefs: Malpractice Pitfalls and Ethical Traps in Bankruptcy Practice

Sunday October 11, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am HST

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This ethics-focused session highlights common malpractice risks and ethical missteps in consumer bankruptcy. Learn how to identify red flags and implement safeguards to protect both your clients and your practice.

Sunday October 11, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am HST
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