Federal Student Loans: Major Changes 2022 – 2023 - Webinar
Whether for yourself or your clients, learn how the U.S. Department of Education is changing almost everything about federal student loans. In this comprehensive program, Karen Cody-Hopkins and Tara Salinas will discuss recent changes to federal student loan programs including:
• Federal Repayment Restarts in Jan 2023; Repayment Plan Options Explained
• Status Update Regarding Biden-Harris Administration’s Plan – One-Time Federal Student Loan Debt Relief
• Changes To Income Driven Repayment Plans Proposed for Summer 2023
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program & Changes Announced After Limited Waiver
Home studies will be available approximately 2-3 weeks following the live program.
If disability accommodations or special assistance are needed, please contact us at [email protected]. Requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the scheduled program.
The program will be submitted for CLE accreditation in Colorado. If you need to seek accreditation in another state, please review the process and requirements for that individual state. CBA-CLE staff can provide a Uniform Certificate of Attendance, and it is the attendee’s responsibility to complete the accreditation outside of Colorado.
8:30 – 8:35 am
Welcome and Introduction
Presented by Karen Cody-Hopkins, Esq., Cody-Hopkins Law Firm, and Tara Salinas, Esq., Salinas Law Group, Program Co-Chairs
8:35 – 10:00 am
Overview of Federal Loan System Structure & Explanation of Types of Loans
- Status Update Regarding Biden-Harris Administration’s Plan – One-Time Federal Student Loan Debt Relief
Presented by Karen Cody-Hopkins, Esq., Cody-Hopkins Law Firm, and Tara Salinas, Esq., Salinas Law Group
10:00 – 10:15 am
Stretch Break
10:15 – 11:15 am
Loan Repayment Options
- Federal Repayment Restarts in Jan 2023; Repayment Plan Options Explained
- Income Driven Repayment [IDR] Plan “Audit” Will Give People More Credits Toward 20/25 Year IDR Forgiveness
- Changes To IDR Payment Plans Proposed for Summer 2023
- What Is The “Fresh Start” For Defaulted Loans
Presented by Karen Cody-Hopkins, Esq., Cody-Hopkins Law Firm, and Tara Salinas, Esq., Salinas Law Group
11:15 am – 12:00 pm
Public Service Loan Forgiveness [PSLF]
- PSLF Program & Changes Announced After Limited Waiver
Presented by Karen Cody-Hopkins, Esq., Cody-Hopkins Law Firm, and Tara Salinas, Esq., Salinas Law Group
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Lunch on your own
1:00 – 1:45 pm
Borrower Defense to Repayment [BDTR]
- BDTR Forgiveness
- Status Report on Sweet v. Cardona Class Action Settlement Re: BDTR Applications
Presented by Karen Cody-Hopkins, Esq., Cody-Hopkins Law Firm, and Tara Salinas, Esq., Salinas Law Group
1:45 – 2:45 pm
Loan Forgiveness Options
- Full Loan Forgiveness to All Westwood, Corinthian & ITT Students
- Joint Spousal Consolidation Loans Split Update
- Disability Discharge
- Other Discharge Options
Presented by Karen Cody-Hopkins, Esq., Cody-Hopkins Law Firm, and Tara Salinas, Esq., Salinas Law Group
2:45 – 3:00 pm
Stretch Break
3:00 – 3:45 pm
Student Loans & Bankruptcy
- U.S. Department of Education Policy as To Discharge in Bankruptcy
- Allowing IDR Enrollment in Ch 13 Plans – Buchanan vs DOE/DOJ Template
Presented by Karen Cody-Hopkins, Esq., Cody-Hopkins Law Firm, and Tara Salinas, Esq., Salinas Law Group
3:45 – 4:15 pm
Colorado Law on Student Loans
- CO Ombudsman’s Office Role & Services
- Colorado Statutes/Rules
Presented by Karen Cody-Hopkins, Esq., Cody-Hopkins Law Firm, and Tara Salinas, Esq., Salinas Law Group
4:15 – 5:00 pm
Student Loan Evaluation Tools
- How to find and use data on student loans
- Resources for more information
Presented by Karen Cody-Hopkins, Esq., Cody-Hopkins Law Firm, and Tara Salinas, Esq., Salinas Law Group
5:00 pm
Closing Remarks & Adjourn
Registration Fees
| Non Member | $519.00 |
| CBA Member | $389.00 |
| CBA Young Lawyer Division | $319.00 |
| Public Service/Government | $194.50 |
| Active Military | $194.50 |
| Paralegal/Support Staff | $194.50 |
| Stuedent Currently Enrolled in Law School | $0.00 |
| New Lawyer Edge Partner | $0.00 |
| Elite Pass Holder | $0.00 |
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