Monthly Archives: May 2026

Maurice Wutscher Attorney Erin McCampbell Paris to Speak on Effective Legal Writing Techniques

May 27, 2026 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Erin McCampbell Paris will discuss effective legal writing techniques on Saturday, May 30 at the WBASNY Convention 2026 in Fairport, NY.

Ms. Paris will speak as part of a CLE panel discussion on the nuts and bolts of effective legal writing that will explore strategies for creating clear, precise and persuasive legal arguments. Panelists will share practical insights and effective approaches for refining legal writing.

For more information about the Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York Convention 2026, click here.

Erin McCampbell Paris focuses her practice on Appellate and Constitutional Litigation, representing individuals and companies in complex criminal and civil matters. In helping her clients to secure hard-won victories, she draws on her extensive litigation experience, as well as her experience as a former law clerk to federal district and circuit judges.

Maurice Wutscher’s Alan Hochheiser to Discuss Remedies in Business Bankruptcies at CLE Webinar Course

May 14, 2026 — Maurice Wutscher bankruptcy practitioner Alan Hochheiser will discuss creditors’ rights and remedies in business bankruptcies during the NBI live webinar course, “Business Bankruptcy Basics,” on June 10 from 10 am to 5 pm ET.

Focusing primarily on Chapter 11 reorganizations, this intensive course provides a fundamental understanding of the U.S. business bankruptcy system. Join Mr. Hochheiser and other speakers throughout the day as they explain how to navigate the lifecycle of a case, from the initial pre-filing assessment and the immediate impact of the automatic stay, through the critical “First Day” motions, the tools available to both debtors and creditors, and the essentials of the plan confirmation process. Gain the procedural knowledge needed to competently advise clients who are facing, or are owed money by, an insolvent business.

CLE credits will be provided. For more information and to register for the National Business Institute (NBI, Inc.) course, click here.

Alan Hochheiser is a leading practitioner in the areas of creditors’ rights and bankruptcy law. He advises and represents businesses, regional and national banks, credit unions, equipment lessors and other lenders, as well as secured and unsecured creditors. He has been named to Thomson Reuters’ list of Ohio Super Lawyers, ALM’s list of Cleveland’s Top-Rated Lawyers and is peer-rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, the worldwide guide to lawyers. He currently co-chairs the ABA Business Law Section Consumer Bankruptcy Committee.

Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice, Brent Yarborough to Speak on Professional Responsibility at RMAI Legal Symposium

May 11, 2026 — Maurice Wutscher attorneys Donald Maurice and Brent Yarborough will give a talk on “Professional Responsibility for Modern Lawyers: Risks, Rules, and Reality” at the RMAI Legal Symposium on May 19 in New York.

Today’s litigators face ethics challenges that are more complex—and more consequential—than ever before. Mr. Maurice and Mr. Yarborough will deliver a timely deep dive into the ethical issues that arise at the intersection of litigation, consumer law, supervision, and rapidly evolving technology. Through real world examples and recent disciplinary and court decisions, attendees will gain concrete guidance on navigating ethical risk while maintaining effective, compliant advocacy.

For more information and to register for the Receivables Management Association International Legal Symposium, click here.

Donald Maurice represents the financial services industry, successfully litigating matters in appellate and trial courts throughout the country in individual and class actions and guiding businesses, trade associations and financial services companies nationwide in regulatory and compliance matters including data privacy and ethics. He has been retained as counsel for amicus curiae in the U.S. Supreme Court and in U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals and frequently testifies before state legislatures. Mr. Maurice is outside counsel to RMAI and serves as chair of the New York City Bar Association’s Consumer Affairs Committee. He is a regent of the American College of Consumer Financial Services Lawyers and a fellow of the ABA’s American Bar Foundation. He has been named to Thomson Reuters’ list of New Jersey Super Lawyers and is peer-rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, the worldwide guide to lawyers.

Brent Yarborough is a principal with Maurice Wutscher LLP and is based in the firm’s Birmingham, Alabama office. Brent advises banks, credit unions, fintech lenders, debt buyers, collection agencies, and law firms on matters related to compliance with federal and state consumer financial laws.

Maurice Wutscher’s Alan Hochheiser to Speak on Consumer Bankruptcy at RMAI Legal Symposium

May 11, 2026 — Maurice Wutscher bankruptcy practitioner Alan Hochheiser will give a talk on “Current Trends in Consumer Bankruptcy: Is it a Bonanza or a Bust?” at the RMAI Legal Symposium on May 19 in New York.

Judge Shireen Barday of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, SDNY will join Mr. Hochhesier to review the latest trends and issues in consumer bankruptcy rulings and examine how the increase in consumer bankruptcy filings will impact portfolios.

For more information and to register for the Receivables Management Association International Legal Symposium, click here.

Ask Me Anything Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice to Answer Consumer Financial Law Questions

May 5, 2026 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Donald Maurice will answer consumer financial law questions during an RMAI Ask Me Anything webinar on May 14 at 12 pm ET. This event is designed for attorneys, compliance professionals, and industry participants who want to deepen their understanding of the ever-evolving consumer financial law landscape.

Mr. Maurice will moderate the session, offering his expertise on a wide range of pressing topics. This is your chance to get direct answers to your most challenging questions—no canned presentations, just real, actionable insights on such topics as:

Federal & State Regulations: Navigating the latest shifts in oversight.
Litigation Trends: What the recent wave of consumer filings means for your business.
Enforcement Priorities: Where regulators are focusing their energy right now.
Compliance Challenges: Managing the lifecycle of consumer financial products.
Ethics & Legislation: The impact of new laws and regulatory guidance.

To maximize the value of this session, participants are encouraged to submit their questions and hypotheticals in advance. All questions must be submitted by May 7, 2026.

Click Here to Submit Your Questions & Hypotheticals.

Click here to Register for the Receivables Management Association International webinar, Ask Me Anything: Consumer Financial Law with Don Maurice.

Donald Maurice represents the financial services industry, successfully litigating matters in appellate and trial courts throughout the country in individual and class actions and guiding businesses, trade associations and financial services companies nationwide in regulatory and compliance matters including data privacy and ethics. He has been retained as counsel for amicus curiae in the U.S. Supreme Court and in U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals, and frequently testifies before state legislatures. Mr. Maurice is outside counsel to RMAI and serves as chair of the New York City Bar Association’s Consumer Affairs Committee. He is a regent of the American College of Consumer Financial Services Lawyers and a fellow of the ABA’s American Bar Foundation. He has been named to Thomson Reuters’ list of New Jersey Super Lawyers and is peer-rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, the worldwide guide to lawyers.