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An organization which supports attorneys practicing bankruptcy law in Western Michigan through education, practice development, professional recognition and social events.

Updates


2025 Bankruptcy Summer Seminar: Registration Now Open

The Bankruptcy Steering Committee for the Bankruptcy Section of the Western Michigan Chapter of the Federal Bar Association is hosting the 2025 FBA Bankruptcy Seminar at Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island, Michigan on Friday, July 25, 2025 through Sunday, July 27, 2025. You can find the agenda, registration form, and hotel and conference information […]

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Bankruptcy Boot Camp – February 27, 2025

REPRESENTING DEBTORS IN BANKRUPTCY New and seasoned bankruptcy attorneys – join us for a discussion on representing debtors in bankruptcy. This is the first in a series of seminars that will also cover Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Subchapter V, and Effective written advocacy. Date: February 27, 2025 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 pm, followed by happy […]

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2025 Bankruptcy Seminar

The Federal Bar Association for the Western District of Michigan Bankruptcy Section will be holding its annual seminar on Friday, July 25 – Sunday, July 27, 2025, at the Mission Point Resort on beautiful Mackinac Island. https://www.missionpoint.com. The seminar will feature leading professionals and approximately 20 judges speaking on a variety of consumer and commercial […]

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TMA University—Co-Sponsored by the FBA Bankruptcy Section

LEARNING- Let’s talk about Sub Chapter V- Join bankruptcy attorneys Todd Almassian and Scott Chernich to discuss the current state of the courts and Sub Chapter V cases. Get your questions answered, hear about closed cases, learn about bench decisions and more. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to speak with our experts! Grab […]

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