Learn how to avoid the traps and get the information you need to be an efficient and ethical collector.
The Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA) aims to protect consumers from unfair and intrusive debt collection practices. The FDCPA provides that under certain conditions, attorneys fall under the definition of debt collectors subject to the act. The act imposes a strict set of guidelines on debt collectors and provides for a civil cause of action for consumers allegedly wronged by debt collectors. Given that the FDCPA assesses consumers at an unsophisticated consumer standard but holds debt collectors to a competent lawyer standard, practitioners must know the requirements and restrictions placed upon them by the FDCPA. This topic will shed light on the common elements practitioners must evaluate when determining whether the FDCPA applies and lays out the basic requirements necessary to avoid civil liability.Agenda
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act - Applicability
FDCPA Compliance
Civil Liability
Case Studies - Unique Scenarios
Speakers
Mark D. Belongia,
Johnson & Bell, Ltd.- Partner in the Chicago office of Johnson & Bell, Ltd.
- Practice emphasizes all aspects of financial regulatory areas, such as consumer lending and banking
- Conducts regular seminars and workshops on lending and debt collection
- Author of several publications related to the areas of properly lending to consumers and proper methods of collection
- Member of the Chicago, Illinois and American Bar Associations
- J.D. degree, DePaul University College of Law; B.S.B.A. degree in accounting, Drake University
- Can be contacted at belongiam@jbltd.com or 312-984-0271
William F. Cook VI,
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP- Associate at Hinshaw Law
- Represents individuals and businesses in various industries in litigation
- Represented a holding company in a general chancery case against a venture capital private equity firm
- Served as the judicial clerk for the Circuit Court of Cook County in Chicago
- Member of the Chicago, Illinois Bar Association
- J.D. degree, Chicago-Kent College of Law; B.S.B.A. degree, John Carroll University
Who Should Attend
This live webinar is primarily designed for attorneys and paralegals, but other legal professionals may also benefit from attending.
