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Maurice Wutscher Attorneys to Speak on Bankruptcy, Debt Buying and Compliance Matters at RMAI Conference


Jan. 21, 2025 — Maurice Wutscher attorneys Alan Hochheiser and Donald Maurice will speak on bankruptcy, debt buying, and legislative and regulatory compliance matters impacting the receivables management industry at RMAI’s annual conference in Las Vegas Feb. 10-13. Mr. Hochheiser will participate in a discussion of current issues in bankruptcy litigation for debt buyers, sellers and servicers. His panel will include a chapter 13 trustee. Mr. Maurice will present RMAI's introductory survey course on debt buying and participate in a...

Maurice Wutscher Attorneys Alan Hochheiser, Jake VanAusdall to Present Live CLE Webinar Course on Collections Law Compliance


Jan. 3, 2024 — Maurice Wutscher attorneys Alan Hochheiser and Jake VanAusdall will present a live CLE webinar course, "Collecting Debt: Strategies for Navigating Collections Law Effectively for Paralegals and Associates" on Jan. 9 from 1 to 3:10 pm ET. Focusing on compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and other collection protection laws, the webinar will review the FDCPA and its compliance requirements and restrictions. It will also include a discussion on cybersecurity and data protection for the...

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice to Speak on Buy Now, Pay Later Market


Dec. 9, 2024 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Donald Maurice will join a panel of speakers to discuss the Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) market, including its growth, consumer demographics, and transaction dynamics, during an RMAI webinar Thursday, Dec. 12 at 12 pm ET. The panel will discuss how the BNPL market is evolving as a financial product, who the typical BNPL consumer is, and how the market is impacting both consumers and lenders. They will also explore the regulatory landscape surrounding BNPL, with a focus on upcoming CFPB rules and...

Maurice Wutscher LLP Ranked as a Top Litigation Firm in Chambers USA Spotlight Guide


Dec. 4, 2024 -- Maurice Wutscher LLP has been ranked in the Chambers USA Spotlight Guide: New York and recognized as a top firm handling high-quality litigation work, one of only 44 law firms to be recognized in its category. In its assessment, Chambers and Partners found that Maurice Wutscher evidenced significant expertise, caliber of talent and experience serving a range of clients in the market. “Maurice Wutscher houses a strong financial services group which is admired for its expertise in the consumer finance space. The firm...

Maurice Wutscher Attorney Erin McCampbell Paris Wins Bail for Client


Dec. 2, 2024 — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has granted bail pending appeal to Michael Lacey, a defendant in the Backpage case who is represented by Erin McCampbell Paris, an appellate and constitutional litigation attorney at Maurice Wutscher LLP. In securing this rarely granted relief, Ms. Paris masterfully presented issues of first impression, including a challenge to the scope of conduct chargeable under the applicable money laundering statute, and a First Amendment challenge to the proceeds analysis. Erin...

Maurice Wutscher LLP Adds Appellate and Constitutional Litigation Attorney Erin McCampbell Paris 


Nov. 21, 2024 — Maurice Wutscher LLP has added appellate and constitutional litigation attorney Erin McCampbell Paris. A proven advocate for individuals and companies in complex criminal and civil matters, Ms. Paris has secured victories in appellate and trial courts in high-stakes matters across the country.  She joins Maurice Wutscher’s team of skilled and seasoned litigation and compliance attorneys who specialize in consumer financial services law, commercial litigation, bankruptcy law, high-stakes appeals and critical...

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Brent Yarborough to Discuss Differences Between Debt Validation and Verification


Nov. 18, 2024 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Brent Yarborough will discuss the differences between debt validation and verification during a webinar Friday, Nov. 22 at 1 pm ET. Debt validation and debt verification are terms often used interchangeably, but with distinct meanings that can make all the difference in collections. In this webinar, Mr. Yarborough and panel will break down the critical differences in these terms as they review practical strategies and best practices to interpret consumer needs, respond correctly and stay...
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