Thursday, September 25, 8:55 a.m.–5:20 p.m. AND Friday, September 26, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. ET
| MCLE Credit: | 10.0 (Ethics: 1.0) |
| Live-Interactive Credit: | 10.0 (all formats) |
Live on Site:
Webcast:
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Please note: This seminar is not eligible for the Virginia CLE® government, new lawyer, pro bono, law student, legal aid, or paralegal discounts.
Join us for the region’s premier advanced bankruptcy law program, offering a unique opportunity to connect and network with judges and leading bankruptcy practitioners in a collegial environment at the Boar’s Head Resort in Charlottesville. Live-on-site attendees may enjoy a hot breakfast buffet, lunch, and reception on Thursday, and a continental breakfast on Friday.
You also have the option to attend the 10-hour program virtually via live-interactive webcast or telephone—enjoy this can’t-miss program from the convenience of your home or office and still have the ability to ask questions of the speakers. On Thursday afternoon, only the commercial breakout sessions will be presented to webcast and telephone attendees.
BRING YOUR FAMILY!
Nestled in Virginia’s Piedmont countryside, the recently renovated Boar’s Head Resort promises world-class amenities in a setting uniquely Southern in character, charm, and natural beauty.
This exceptional resort includes AAA Four Diamond award-winning dining, attentive service, and first-class accommodations. Visitors enjoy golf, tennis, bicycling, hiking, fishing, hot air balloon rides, and a fitness club and spa, all within the grounds of the lush 573-acre estate. Add in the many attractions of Charlottesville and picturesque surroundings, and you will find the perfect venue for a long weekend getaway with your family.
For more detailed information about The Boar’s Head’s championship golf and tennis facilities, for an overview of the treatments and services at the Spa, and for a schedule of fitness classes at the Sports Club, please visit The Boar’s Head’s website at www.boarsheadresort.com.
OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS
We have made room reservations at two hotels. These blocks are available on a first-come, first-served basis and will likely sell out.
Boar’s Head Resort
200 Ednam Dr.
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(866) 996-7504
We have a limited number of rooms available at The Boar’s Head Resort (conference location). Make your reservations today by using the following link:
If you would prefer to reserve via phone, if you need a reservation for dates before or after the contracted dates (check-in September 24, check-out September 26), or if you need to book more than two rooms, please call Boar’s Head Reservations at (866) 996-7504 for assistance. Reference VA CLE Mid-Atlantic Bankruptcy PARTICIPANTS. Reservations must be made no later than 8/11/25.
Homewood Suites
2036 India Road
Charlottesville, VA 22901
(434) 244-6200
We also have a room block available at Homewood Suites. Reservations can be made by directly calling the hotel at (434) 244-6200 or by booking online at
https://group.homewood-suites.com/e1ccqb. Rate includes breakfast.
In doing so, please request the group rate for Mid-Atlantic Bankruptcy or book by using the unique group code 90C. Reservations must be made no later than 8/25/25.
Registration Deadlines:
Webcast: | 10 minutes prior to seminar. If you register for a webcast the day of the seminar, your e-mail receipt will include a link to launch the seminar and download the materials. |
Telephone: | Online registration ends at 11:59 p.m. the day preceding the seminar |
Live on Site: | Online registration ends at 11:59 p.m. the day preceding the seminar |
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation/transfer requests will be honored until 5:00 p.m. the day preceding the seminar. You will, however, be charged $99 if you cancel or transfer your registration to a different seminar after the link to the materials has been e-mailed by Virginia CLE®.
Full refunds or transfers are available up to two days after a webcast in the unlikely event that you experience technical difficulties.
Dietary Restrictions: If you have dietary restrictions and are attending the seminar in person, please email tfitzgerald@vacle.org.
Inclement Weather Policy and Updates.
MCLE Credit Caveat: The MCLE Board measures credits by the time you spend in attendance. If you enter a seminar late or leave it early, or both, you must reflect those adjustments accurately in the credits you report on your credit reporting form. A code will be given at the end of the seminar, which must be written on your MCLE form.
Private recording of this program is prohibited.
Can’t Attend?
E-mail distance_ed@vacle.org to be notified when/if this program is made available as an online or USB seminar.
E-mail publications@vacle.org to be notified when/if this program’s seminar materials are made available for sale.
| 8:15 | Hot Breakfast Buffet |
| 8:30 | Registration |
| 8:55 | Announcements and Introductions |
| 9:00 | Recent Developments for Advanced Bankruptcy Practitioners Hon. Kevin R. Huennekens, Caleb Chaplain, Esq., Rachel Greenleaf, Esq. This panel will cover the most important recent decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court, the Fourth Circuit, and the District and Bankruptcy Courts within the Fourth Circuit that are likely to influence the practice of both commercial and consumer bankruptcy law. |
| 10:20 | Break |
| 10:35 | Ethics: Respect in the Profession and Professional Wellness Hon. Paul M. Black, Douglas M. Foley, Esq., Richard C. Maxwell, Esq. This year’s ethics presentation will focus on respect: Respect for the law, Respect for the court, Respect for your adversaries, and Respect for yourself. |
| 11:35 | Mediation and Arbitration in Bankruptcy Matters Hon. Frank J. Santoro, Christopher A. Jones, Esq. This panel will provide practice pointers on the successful use of mediation in bankruptcy practice for both commercial and consumer counsel and discuss the latest developments on the arbitrability of issues arising under agreements involving a debtor during the bankruptcy case. |
| 12:35 | Lunch (provided at the seminar to those attending in person; lunch break for participants attending remotely) |
| 1:30 | Subchapter V Issues Hon. Keith L. Phillips, David Cox, Esq., David W. Gaffey, Esq. This panel will cover developing Subchapter V case law, provide a number of practice pointers, and address plan modifications among other issues arising in Subchapter V cases. |
| 3:00 | Break |
| 3:20 | Concurrent Sessions (those attending in person at the Boar’s Head Resort may choose to attend the commercial or consumer breakout sessions; only the commercial breakout sessions will be presented to those attending remotely via webcast or telephone) |
| Commercial Breakout Topic 1: Sale and Protection of Personally Identifiable Information Michael St. Patrick Baxter, Esq., Tyler P. Brown, Esq. This panel will address the law regarding the protection of personally identifiable information (“PII”) in a bankruptcy and the requirements for potentially selling PII in the case. | |
| Commercial Breakout Topic 2: Lender Protections in Loan Documents and Workout Agreements Jason W. Harbour, Esq., Brandy M. Rapp, Esq. This panel will discuss the case law with respect to the enforceability of certain provisions lenders may include in loan documents or workout agreements, including automatic stay waivers, SPE obligation, Golden Shares, appointment of independent directors or CROs, and other provisions seeking to govern aspects of the debtor or its entry into bankruptcy. | |
| Consumer Breakout: Consumer Hot Topics (Parts I & II) Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn, Hon. Klinette H. Kindred, Malissa L. Giles, Esq., Ashley F. Morgan, Esq., Nisha Patel, Esq. | |
Emerging Issues in Consumer Bankruptcy Practice—Part I This panel will explore pressing developments impacting consumer bankruptcy practice, including recent Virginia law changes and resulting evolving exemption strategies, the influence of and strategies to address debt settlement companies, and the treatment of post-petition income and asset changes in Chapter 13 cases. | |
Navigating Complex Challenges in Consumer Bankruptcy Practice—Part II This session will delve into nuanced issues facing consumer bankruptcy practitioners, such as maintaining attorney-client privilege, addressing elder financial abuse and romance scams, and understanding the current legal landscape surrounding student loan dischargeability. | |
| 5:20 | Adjourn |
| 5:30 | Reception |
| 8:15 | Continental Breakfast |
| 9:00 | Economic Forecast and Legislative Update Hon. Paul M. Black, William Rule This presentation will provide an overview of current economic indicators and how those indicators may affect bankruptcy and restructuring practice. It will also provide an update on legislation that may impact bankruptcy practice. |
| 10:00 | Merchant Cash Advances Hon. Rebecca B. Connelly, Hannah W. Hutman, Esq., Maurice VerStanding, Esq. This panel will address the growing presence of merchant cash advances in bankruptcy cases, provide an overview of the merchant cash advance process, discuss the legality and enforceability of such advances, review the current legal and regulatory environment impacting these advances, and provide strategies for addressing merchant cash advances throughout the bankruptcy process. |
| 11:00 | Break |
| 11:30 | Judges’ Roundtable Hon. Paul M. Black, Hon Rebecca B. Connelly, Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn, Hon. Kevin R. Huennekens, Hon. Klinette H. Kindred, Hon. Keith L. Phillips, Roy M. Terry, Esq. (Moderator) These U.S. Bankruptcy Court judges will participate in a lively panel discussion highlighting recent decisions and developments as well as reflections on their views from the bench. |
| 1:00 | Adjourn |
Hon. Paul M. Black, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Virginia / Roanoke
Hon. Rebecca B. Connelly, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Virginia / Harrisonburg
Hon. Elizabeth L. Gunn, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Columbia / Washington, DC
Hon. Kevin R. Huennekens, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia / Richmond
Hon. Klinette H. Kindred, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia / Richmond
Hon. Keith L. Phillips, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia / Richmond
Hon. Frank J. Santoro, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia / Norfolk
Michael St. Patrick Baxter, Esq., Covington & Burling LLP / Washington, DC
Tyler P. Brown, Esq., Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP / Richmond
Caleb Chaplain, Esq., U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Virginia / Harrisonburg
David Cox, Esq., Cox Law Group, PLLC / Lynchburg
Douglas M. Foley, Esq., Kaufman & Canoles, PC / Richmond
David W. Gaffey, Esq., Whiteford Taylor Preston, LLP / Falls Church
Malissa L. Giles, Esq., Giles & Lambert, PC / Roanoke
Rachel Greenleaf, Esq., U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia / Richmond
Jason W. Harbour, Esq., Hunton Andrews Kurth, LLP / Richmond
Hannah W. Hutman, Esq., Hoover Penrod PLC / Harrisonburg
Christopher A. Jones, Esq., Whiteford Taylor Preston, LLP / Falls Church
Richard C. Maxwell, Esq., Woods Rogers PLC / Roanoke
Ashley F. Morgan, Esq., Ashley F. Morgan Law / Chantilly
Nisha Patel, Esq., U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Columbia / Washington, DC
Brandy M. Rapp, Esq., Whiteford Taylor Preston, LLP / Roanoke
William Rule, Administrative Office of the U.S. Court / Washington, DC
Roy M. Terry, Jr., Esq., The Terry Law Firm, PLLC / Richmond
Maurice VerStanding, Esq., The Belmont Firm / Washington, DC
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