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Maurice Wutscher Attorney Shannon Miller to Discuss Best Practices for Data Security at CLE Webinar Course

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March 12, 2025 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Shannon P. Miller will discuss best practices for data security in the collections industry during the NBI Live Webinar course, “Keeping Collections Compliant: Communications, Guarding Debtor Data, and More,” on March 19 from 12 pm to 3:15 pm ET.

Presented by the National Business Institute, the course will feature Mr. Miller along with a panel of attorneys who will deliver practical guidance on navigating the evolving landscape of collections rules and consumer protections.

In addition to insight on how to safeguard data and respond to a data breach, the course will cover FDCPA updates and best practices, CFPB enforcement priorities, TCPA and FCRA compliance, and debtor communications.

The course is designed for attorneys, but accountants, collections professionals, and paralegals may also find it valuable.

CLE credits will be provided. For more information and to register, click here.

Shannon P. Miller is a principal attorney in Maurice Wutscher’s Pennsylvania office, where he focuses his practice on various aspects of financial services law with an emphasis on consumer financial services litigation. He has successfully represented healthcare and financial institutions and law firms across the country for claims filed under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and various state consumer protection statutes.

Maurice Wutscher Attorney Alan Hochheiser to Discuss RBF Industry Compliance Requirements

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Feb. 24, 2025 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Alan Hochheiser will speak on regulations and compliance requirements impacting the revenue-based financing industry at the Funders Forum + Brokers Expo in Hollywood, Fla. on Wednesday, March 5.

In this session, Mr. Hochhesier and panel will break down key upcoming regulations and compliance requirements relevant to the RBF industry, including the CFPB’s 1071 data collection rule, California’s APR disclosure requirements, new debt collection regulations, and other forward-looking regulatory topics and potential risks.

For more information and to register for the Funders Forum + Brokers Expo, 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 chairs the ABA Business Law Section Consumer Bankruptcy Committee.

Maurice Wutscher Attorney Shannon Miller to Discuss Strategies for Trial Attorneys at CLE Webinar Course

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Feb. 3, 2025 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Shannon P. Miller will discuss key strategies for trying a case effectively including the secrets of effective opening statements during the NBI Live Webinar course, “The Complete Civil Trial Attorney,” on Feb. 28 from 10 am to 5 pm ET.

Presented by the National Business Institute, the course will feature Mr. Miller along with a panel of seasoned trial attorneys who will reveal critical tactics every trial attorney needs to know.

In addition to a discussion of opening statements, the program will cover trial preparation; evidentiary issues; jury selection; evidence presentation, witness testimony, and objections; cross-examination strategies; and more.

CLE credits will be provided. For more information and to register, click here. Use Promo Code FSPN50A at checkout to get $50 off.

Shannon P. Miller is a principal attorney in Maurice Wutscher’s Pennsylvania office, where he focuses his practice on various aspects of financial services law with an emphasis on consumer financial services litigation. He has successfully represented healthcare and financial institutions and law firms across the country for claims filed under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and various state consumer protection statutes.

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

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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 credit and collection industry. In addition, attendees will learn effective settlement negotiations and how to properly structure repayment agreements. Lastly, there will be a discussion on how to most effectively execute on a judgment and other post-judgment collection tools.

Presented by myLawCLE and the Federal Bar Association, the course will be a valuable tool for those in the collections industry including associates and paralegals.

CLE credits will be provided. Click here to register through myLawCLE or here to register through the Federal Bar Association. Use Promo Code CollectingDebtCLE at checkout for free access to the webinar.

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 chairs the ABA Business Law Section Consumer Bankruptcy Committee.

Jacob “Jake” VanAusdall is Senior Counsel in the Nashville office of Maurice Wutscher LLP. He practices in the firm’s Consumer Credit Litigation and Commercial Litigation groups predominantly representing creditors and financial institutions. Jake also has substantial litigation experience representing clients involved in intellectual property, construction, business and bankruptcy matters and represents numerous clients in the revenue-based financing industry. Jake has been recognized as a “Mid-South Super Lawyers – Rising Star” in the area of Business Litigation (2018-2024).

Maurice Wutscher Attorney Shannon Miller to Present at NBI Live Webinar Course on FDCPA Compliance

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June 10, 2024 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Shannon P. Miller will give guidance on how to properly comply with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act during a live video webinar course, “FDCPA Dangers and Other Collections Pitfalls: All the Ways Debt Collectors Mess Up,” on Aug. 13 from 11 am to 6 pm ET.

Presented by the National Business Institute, the course will cover all aspects of collections law including rule updates, post-judgment collections, fraudulent transfers, and more. Along with a deep dive into the FDCPA, the TCPA, FCRA, and UDAAP will be discussed.

Attendees will learn the most common mistakes that even expert debt collectors make; the rules regarding third-party disclosures; what to avoid when writing debtor notices and requests for collections; the usage of “Mini-Miranda” warnings and how they’re properly used in collections; and what could be false, deceptive, and/or misleading representations when reaching out to debtors.

CLE and CPE credits will be provided. For more information and to register, clickhere. Use Promo Code FSPN50A at checkout to get $50 off.

Shannon P. Miller is a principal attorney in Maurice Wutscher’s Pennsylvania office, where he focuses his practice on various aspects of financial services law with an emphasis on consumer financial services litigation. He has successfully represented healthcare and financial institutions and law firms across the country for claims filed under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and various state consumer protection statutes.