MINNEAPOLIS
Friday, December 19, 2025
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Check-In: 8:30 AM
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall # 370
3rd Floor, City Center
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Join our expert faculty to learn about the 2025 law changes in Debtor-Creditor law. Get their advice on how they handle the challenges in Debtor-Creditor law and how to navigate them using the Debtor-Creditor Handbook.
SEMINAR HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
ALL ATTENDEES RECEIVE A FREE DESKBOOK!
All attendees receive a FREE copy of Minnesota CLE's Debtor-Creditor Handbook with eFormbook! This Handbook is your essential guide to navigating the complex world of debt collection and asset recovery and securing favorable outcomes. From judgments and liens to pre-collection strategies, this user-friendly resource provides clear, actionable steps along with electronic access to a complete suite of 170 eForms. Stop guessing and start resolving; get the practical guidance you need to confidently handle even the most challenging debtor-creditor proceedings.
** CURRENT SUBSCRIBER DISCOUNT:
Current subscribers to the Debtor-Creditor Handbook hard copy can save $100 on the in-person seminar on December 19, 2025. Use coupon code SUB-25DCHB during checkout. Those taking advantage of this special discount will not receive a hard copy of the Deskbook at the seminar. Subscriber status will be verified.
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
CHECK-IN & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
9:00 – 9:05 a.m.
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION
9:05 – 9:45 a.m.
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act & Minnesota’s Debt Fairness Act: New Protections and Compliance Challenges
Explore the intersection of federal FDCPA standards and Minnesota’s newly enacted Debt Fairness Act (MDFA). This session will cover key reforms including bans on medical debt reporting, spousal liability, and robocalls. Learn how these changes affect creditor practices, litigation strategies, and compliance obligations, especially in medical debt collection.
– Todd Murray & Patrick D. Newman
9:45 – 9:55 a.m.
BREAK
9:55 – 10:35 a.m.
Fraudulent Transfers, Voidable Transactions, and State Law Preferences: Litigation and Defense in 2025
This session examines Minnesota’s adoption of the Uniform Voidable Transactions Act, replacing the older fraudulent transfer framework. Attendees will analyze recent case law, insider transactions, and the burden of proof in civil litigation. Practical guidance will be provided for both prosecuting and defending voidable transfer claims.
– Benjamin M. Podobinski & William J. Schumacher
10:35 – 11:15 a.m.
Charging Orders and Remedies Against LLC and Partnership Interests: Asset Recovery Without Disruption
Charging orders remain a key remedy for judgment creditors targeting LLC and partnership interests. This session will review Minnesota’s statutory framework, recent judicial interpretations, and exceptions to exclusivity. Learn how to navigate limitations on control and ownership rights while maximizing recovery.
– Terri A. Running
11:15 – 11:25 a.m.
BREAK
11:25 a.m. – 12.05 p.m.
Receiverships and Assignments for the Benefit of Creditors: Strategic Use in Complex Debt Resolution
Receiverships and ABCs are increasingly used in Minnesota for distressed businesses and real estate. This session will explore statutory authority under Chapters 576 and 577, court trends, and best practices for initiating and managing these proceedings. Case studies will highlight asset sales, creditor stays, and financing approvals.
– Jeffrey R. Ansel, Alex J. Dybsky & Andrew J. Steil
12:05 – 12:50 p.m.
LUNCH BREAK (on your own)
12:50 – 1:30 p.m.
Garnishment of Federal Employee Wages and Income-Based Limits: Navigating New Rules
With the 2025 updates to Minnesota’s garnishment laws, including income-based tiers and modernized forms, this session will guide attorneys through the nuances of garnishing federal wages. Learn how to comply with federal restrictions, state reforms, and procedural requirements for effective enforcement.
– Friedrich A. Siekert
1:30 – 1:40 p.m.
BREAK
1:40 – 2:20 p.m.
Secured Transactions Under UCC Article 9: Emerging Issues in Collateral and Enforcement
This session will address modern challenges in secured transactions, including digital assets, after-acquired property, and cross-jurisdictional filings. Explore recent amendments, enforcement trends, and how Article 9 interacts with bankruptcy and commercial lending practices in Minnesota.
– Benjamin J. Court & Christopher “C.J.” Harayda
2:20 – 3:00 p.m.
Farmer-Lender Mediation Act: Legislative Updates and Practical Implications
Minnesota’s reauthorized Farmer-Lender Mediation Program continues to be a vital tool for agricultural debt resolution. This session will cover eligibility, mediation procedures, and recent legislative changes. Attorneys will gain insights into representing both farmers and lenders in this structured negotiation process.
– Matthew C. Berger & Dean M. Zimmerli
3:00 – 3:10 p.m.
BREAK
3:10 – 3:50 p.m.
Involuntary Bankruptcy: Strategic Use and Risks for Creditors
Involuntary bankruptcy can be a powerful but risky tool. This session will explore eligibility criteria, procedural pitfalls, and recent Minnesota cases. Learn when and how to use involuntary petitions, and how they interact with state law remedies and creditor coalitions.
– James Lodoen & Charles E. Nelson
3:50 – 4:30 p.m.
Locating Assets and Working with the Sheriff: Enforcement Tactics and Legal Boundaries
Effective asset recovery requires strategic coordination with law enforcement. This session will provide practical guidance on locating hidden assets, using writs of execution, and working with sheriffs under Minnesota law. Ethical considerations will also be discussed.
– Rod Nelson & George E. Warner
LIVE IN-PERSON
Friday, December 19, 2025
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall, Suite 370
Seventh Street & Nicollet Mall, Third Floor City Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
ONLINE REPLAY
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Attend online
A moderator will be available to answer questions by email.
$395 MSBA members / $395 paralegals / $445 standard rate
Other discounts that may apply:
Scholarships available!
Need-based scholarships are available for in-person and online seminars. For further information or to obtain a scholarship application, contact us at 800-759-8840 or customerservice@minncle.org.
Minnesota CLE is applying to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for 6.0 standard CLE credits. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 6.0 credits.
