How are you planning to move your firm forward in the new year? Are you aware of the sizable changes to American bankruptcy code supported by incoming political leadership? While many of the challenges of 2020 remain, there is opportunity for growth. As the leader in bankruptcy management software, Stretto can provide you with the most relevant information concerning policy change, alternative revenue recommendations, and give you resources your firm needs to grow in 2021. In January and February, Stretto is hosting a variety of webinars designed to help your firm begin the new year. You can learn more about each webinar and find the registration links below.
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Recorded March 18, 2021
Mortgage Modification within the Bankruptcy Court System
Stretto’s loan solution allows Chapter 7 and 13 Attorneys to offer mortgage modification services to their clients in select jurisdictions. This informative session will provide valuable details on the approved court programs, document preparation and submission process, and review how applications can easily be tracked and managed.
Recorded March 4, 2021
Law Firm Policies and Procedures
Law firms are successful at growing their business by implementing streamlined processes to effectively deliver high-quality work to their clients. This discussion addresses the importance of standardizing procedures so attorneys can best adapt to changing market conditions that impact operations.
Recorded July 13, 2021
How to Market and Deliver Mortgage Modification Services to Bankruptcy Clients
As the national mortgage moratorium instituted during the pandemic has once again been extended, law firms have an opportunity to provide relief to overwhelmed homeowners. In this session, attendees will glean insight into marketing and delivering mortgage modification services to clients while maintaining compliance with bar association rules of advertising and following court-approved mortgage modification program guidelines in their local jurisdiction.
Key takeaways:
– Discover how to market mortgage modification to attract new debtors and reconnect with previous clients to generate referrals
– Understand the process for filing a mortgage modification in accordance with your local bankruptcy court’s approved program
– Learn how to train staff on identifying opportunities to assist clients in default or facing foreclosure
Download webinar materials:
– Presentation PDF
– Marketing campaign template
Access DMM resources:
– Create a DMM account
– Mortgage modification fees
– List of approved program districts, rules and procedures
Recorded September 22, 2021
How to Build a Student Loan Management Offering
Student loan debt continues to make national headlines with a reform bill under consideration. However, there are student loan repayment solutions available to consumers now. This session will provide an overview of the nine federally-approved student loan programs and qualification factors.
Learn why leading bankruptcy firms are implementing student loan management service offerings and how to identify clients with an immediate need. The session will explain the difference between legal service delivery for clients inside an active bankruptcy and those who may not require filing.
Key takeaways:
• Understand federal student loan programs available to consumers
• View a demonstration of generating a qualification report and completing an application
• Leverage a recommended fee schedule and marketing materials
Download webinar materials:
– Presentation PDF
– Marketing resources and campaign template
Access DMM resources:
– Create a DMM account
See a brief overview of the most recent consumer-buying behavior trends and the processes law firms have created to increase client conversion and total fees collected.
Recorded January 26, 2021
Aging accounts receivable can be the silent killer of a solo practitioner or small law firm. Days turn into weeks and eventually months later accounts are still overdue. All the while, the likelihood that you will be paid for services rendered gets smaller and smaller.
Join Chelsey Lambert, Stretto’s Managing Director and recognized industry expert, as she delivers “Beating the Collection Odds”. This informative session provides guidance on how to approach the conversation with your clients and offer flexible payment options without feeling like a collections agent. Program participants will also receive sample scripts and letters that can be utilized by nearly any law firm.
• Learn client intake and consultation strategies to increase the likelihood of payment.
• Review a template AR policy, collections email, letter, and call script.
• Watch a real-time payment plan setup tutorial.
Recorded February 2, 2021
CBRA Overview and Predictions
This in-depth review will outline the proposed shift to a uniform Chapter 10 case type to replace the current Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filing structure. The panel will also discuss other provisions that would allow for both student loan and mortgage debt discharge.
Key Takeaways:
– Gain a concise understanding of the CBRA’s proposed changes
– Glean awareness of the current and future stages of proposed legislation
– Increase knowledge of the deregulations of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases
– Receive information and ongoing updates on CBRA legislation developments
Recorded February 3, 2021
2021 Strategic Planning for Bankruptcy Attorneys
Join Chelsey Lambert, Stretto’s Managing Director and industry expert on consumer-bankruptcy practices, as she leads a virtual strategic-planning workshop. She will provide attendees with a workbook style PDF for notetaking and goal setting as she facilitates a series of practical exercises designed to help Attorneys narrow their focus, identify opportunities, and set a course for success.
Recorded February 4, 2021
Introduction to Firm Marketing and Client Conversion
This educational program will offer useful instruction on how law firms can market their services and generate inquiries as the first step of the conversion process. Attendees will receive an overview of the core marketing vehicles used by bankruptcy law firms including a systematic approach to follow up, intake and conversion that are required to maintain consistent cash flow.