Bankruptcy Blogs

Senate Democrats demand more GSE reform details from FHFA

12/17/19

The lawmakers say they need more information about the administration’s plans in order to conduct proper oversight.

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Credit union blockchain ID pilot could benefit small banks too

12/17/19

A new system uses biometrics and distributed ledger technology to safeguard call centers from identity theft attacks.

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Texas community bank lines up first acquisition

12/17/19

Wichita Falls Bancshares will gain four branches when it buys Chico Bancorp.

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Will CRA revamp stimulate lending in down-and-out neighborhoods?

12/17/19

The proposed changes laid out by banking regulators would clear up confusion about what qualifies for CRA credit within so-called Opportunity Zones. But not all community development advocates are convinced that the changes are for the better.

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After poaching M&T exec, Maryland bank plots next moves

12/17/19

Howard Bancorp is planning a big push in CRE lending, first in its hometown of Baltimore and eventually in Washington.

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Bankruptcy and Mindfulness

12/17/19

The practice of mindfulness and other types of meditation are growing on the coasts and within the law school and lawyer communities. Perhaps these practices can provide meaningful benefits to bankruptcy clients, bankruptcy lawyers and bankruptcy professors and judges. The essence of "mindfulness for lawyers" efforts begins with the notion that the adversary system can take a toll on home life, friendships and our own notions of who we want to be.

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Hope for helping the prospective payday loan customer

12/17/19
Short term (payday) loans and high interest consumer installment loans
continue to deplete low income households of micro dollars and their
communities of macro dollars. Although the CFPB seems intent on supporting
the depletions, a good number of states have provided some relief. 
Even in states without interest rate limitations
there are a couple of ideas that can help.

Chris Peterson and Nathalie Martin have provided legal support

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Former MidSouth chief named CFO of Oconee in Georgia

12/17/19

Jim McLemore has a new job just three months after orchestrating MidSouth's sale to Hancock Whitney.

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NCUA a day late and a dollar short after delaying capital rule

12/17/19

It's long past time for the National Credit Union Administration to implement a risk-based capital standard, and the recently approved delay could hurt more than it helps.

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Goldman’s green goal; Biggest U.K. banks ace stress test

12/17/19

The bank announced a $750 billion plan to “focus on climate transition and inclusive growth”; the seven biggest banks have passed three years in a row.

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