Staying in Compliance with the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (On Demand)

Staying in Compliance with the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (On Demand)

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Staying in Compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

On-Demand CLE Webinar | 2.0 General Credits

FDCPA compliance remains a critical risk area for attorneys involved in debt collection, creditor representation, or consumer financial matters. Even minor missteps—often made unintentionally—can trigger complaints, litigation, or liability.

This 90-minute on-demand CLE program provides a practical, attorney-focused overview of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, with emphasis on real-world application and common compliance traps.

Designed for attorneys who want clarity—not theory—this program walks through where violations most often occur and how to avoid them in daily practice.

What You’ll Learn

  • How the FDCPA originated and why it continues to create risk for attorneys

  • Key provisions that frequently trip up even experienced practitioners

  • Third-party disclosure rules and communication pitfalls

  • The real meaning of “mini-Miranda” warnings

  • Language and conduct that can create liability exposure

  • Civil liability under the FDCPA and how to reduce risk

Program Details

  • Format: On-Demand Webinar

  • Duration: 90 minutes

  • Credits: 2.0 CLE General

  • Faculty: Scott Transue, Enrolled Agent

This on-demand program allows you to earn CLE credit on your schedule while ensuring your understanding of FDCPA compliance is current, practical, and defensible.

Learning Objectives:

  • What is the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act and how did it originate?
  • Areas of the FDCPA that trip up even experienced debt collectors
  • Allowable 3rd party disclosure…..the most frequent “trap” for collectors
  • Mini-Miranda Warnings: What they REALLY mean….
  • Why the word “will” can be your biggest enemy….
  • Legally collect on a bad check….without going to court
  • How to handle being sued by a debtor
  • Civil Liability under the Act

Credits & Format

HR Certification Institute Certified ProviderThis course provides 1.5 General Credit hours

Presenter:

Scott Transue is an Enrolled Agent based out of Albany, New York. He owns his own tax preparation and representation firm, and has personally completed over 500 individual tax returns. He has unlimited representation rights for taxpayers and companies experiencing issues with the IRS.
He received a Master of Public Administration degree from the State University of New York at Albany. His professional career has included time as Commissioner of Finance for the City of Gloversville, New York and as a Senior Accountant with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

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