2026 Special Assets Summer School Series

We’re excited to announce the return of our Annual Special Asset Summer School Series, three deep-dive sessions designed to sharpen your instincts when borrowers default, collateral needs protecting, and the stakes are highest.

Led by our Creditors’ Rights attorneys, this summer series brings the classroom to the courtroom, drawing on real, headline-making cases to explore the tools, tactics, and legal frameworks that matter most to lenders navigating distress. From the mechanics of receivership and the chaos of a Chapter 11 first day, to a practical breakdown of foreclosure law across North and South Carolina, each session delivers actionable insight you can put to work immediately.

Whether you’re a seasoned workout specialist or newer to special assets, this series will leave you better prepared for whatever lands on your desk.

SESSIONS:

Wednesday, June 17 | 12:00 p.m.

Uncle Nearest and the Power of Receivership

Speakers: Lance Martin and Lilian Faulconer

Receivership can be one of the most powerful tools in a lender’s arsenal when a borrower defaults and collateral needs protection. Using the headline-grabbing Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey case from Tennessee, we will explore the power and mechanics of receivership and what lenders can expect if one is put in place — from asset preservation to ongoing business operations.

Wednesday, July 22 | 12:00 p.m.

First Brands and First Days in Chapter 11

Speakers: Norman Leonard and Jameson Doub

The first hours of a Chapter 11 filing are chaotic, consequential, and full of critical decisions. Using the pending bankruptcy of First Brands Group, and related criminal indictments, this session demystifies the “first day” process in Chapter 11 reorganizations, covering first day motions, the automatic stay, debtor-in-possession financing, and the immediate steps lenders should take to protect their interests.

Wednesday, August 19 | 12:00 p.m.

Foreclosure in NC and SC: Similarities and Differences

Speakers: Thomas Wolff and Michael Weaver

North Carolina and South Carolina share a border — but their foreclosure processes are more different than you might expect. This session offers a practical, side-by-side comparison of foreclosure law and procedure in both states, covering key timelines, notice requirements, and creditor protections, and highlighting where the two align and where lenders need to adjust their approach.

Register today!