Student loans are a unique form of consumer debt with a very peculiar and often misunderstood set of governing laws. This can make assisting student loan borrowers a daunting task for legal practitioners in a variety of practice areas, especially in light of many recent regulatory changes during the past few years. However, there is something attorneys can do to help meet this underserved legal need.
This seminar helps attorneys better manage clients with student loan-related problems. It is also invaluable for anyone who wants to learn more: if you have student loans or if your loved ones have student loans, this program is for you too. The faculty provides vital instruction on the basics and what is new in student loan regulations. The assumption has been that there is nothing that can be done about student loan debt or defaults. There are ways to help clients struggling with student loan related issues and this program gives you the information and skills you need to better serve your clients.
This seminar helps attorneys better manage clients with student loan-related problems. It is also invaluable for anyone who wants to learn more: if you have student loans or if your loved ones have student loans, this program is for you too. The faculty provides vital instruction on the basics and what is new in student loan regulations. The assumption has been that there is nothing that can be done about student loan debt or defaults. There are ways to help clients struggling with student loan related issues and this program gives you the information and skills you need to better serve your clients.
Course Content
2-2:05Welcome and Introduction
Adam S. Minsky, Esq.,
Law Office of Adam S. Minsky, Boston
2:05-2:15
An Overview of the Types of Student Loans and the Players Involved in Student Loan Issues
Adam S. Minsky, Esq.,
Law Office of Adam S. Minsky, Boston
2:15-2:30
Repayment Plans, including income-driven repayment
Persis S. Yu, Esq.,
2:30-2:45
Profession-Based Forgiveness Programs and Consolidation and refinancing
Adam S. Minsky, Esq.,
Law Office of Adam S. Minsky, Boston
2:45-3:00
Default: What Is It, and How to Cure It
Persis S. Yu, Esq.,
3:00-3:15
Protecting Clients From Collections Actions
Toby Merrill, Esq.,
Harvard Law School, Cambridge
3:15-3:30
Networking and Refreshment Break
3:30-3:45
Discharges and Bankruptcy: How to Get Certain Loans Canceled
Persis S. Yu, Esq.,
3:45-4:00
For-Profit Schools, Predatory Lending, and Borrower Defenses
Toby Merrill, Esq.,
Harvard Law School, Cambridge
4:00-4:15
Recent and Proposed Legislative and Regulatory Changes
Toby Merrill, Esq.,
Harvard Law School, Cambridge
Persis S. Yu, Esq.,
4:15-4:30
Key Questions to Ask at an Intake
Panel
4:30-4:45
Fees
Adam S. Minsky, Esq.,
Law Office of Adam S. Minsky, Boston
Please Note
This webcast is delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal.
There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.
Speakers
ChairAdam S. Minsky, Esq.,
Law Office of Adam S. Minsky , Boston
Faculty
Toby Merrill, Esq.,
Harvard Law School, Cambridge
Persis S. Yu, Esq.,
