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The Bankruptcy Bar Association of the Southern District of Florida (BBASDFL) was established in 1980. With hundreds of members, the BBASDFL organizes

It is the largest voluntary association of bankruptcy professionals in the Southern District of Florida. With hundreds of members, the BBASDFL organizes events to assist lawyers and judges in their work, and sponsors initiatives to improve the bankruptcy system for the public.

04/02/2026

Register for the upcoming Brown Bag Webinar:
💼 Bankruptcy & Ethics | 🗓️ Wednesday, April 29 | ⏰ 12:00 - 1:00 PM

CLE credit in Florida will be offered for all attendees. This event will be held live in Judge Mark's courtroom. Attendees can join in person or virtually.

The panel will discuss pressing ethical issues that intersect with bankruptcy and litigation cases. The program will cover:
• Aggressive Advocacy, Trial Publicity, and Ethical Limits on Extrajudicial Statements;
• Duty to Inquire, Client Counseling, and Ethical Risks as a Filing Becomes Imminent (with AI Considerations);
• Privilege Waiver, Client Accusations Against Counsel, and Noisy Withdrawal;
• Law Firm Supervisory Responsibilities and Ethical Boundaries in Sanctions Motion Practice.

Register: https://bbasdfl.org/event/bba-brown-bag-ethics/

Thank you to Jones Walker LLP and Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton for sponsoring this webinar.

04/01/2026

Join us for the next BBA Happy Hour!
🗓️ Tuesday, April 14 | ⏰ 6:00 - 8:00 PM |📍 The River Oyster Bar

Stop by for a drink and visit with your fellow BBA members. FREE for members! Non-members can register for $30.

Thank you to Michael Budwick and Venable LLP for sponsoring this event!

03/12/2026

Please join us for a BBA Wellness Event hosted by KapilaMukamal, LLP and Mahoe Movement on Thursday, March 26 from 5:30 - 8:00 PM.

The event will feature a one-hour mindfulness session that begins at 6:00 PM featuring light movement, meditation and a sound bath. The session will be followed by a networking hour featuring healthy mocktails, cocktails and snacks. No need to bring anything, just arrive in comfortable clothing. This session is designed for beginners, no experience necessary.

This event has limited capacity so please sign up early if you wish to attend. Doors open at 5:30 PM to allow for everyone to be settled by 6:00 PM. Free parking is available! Register here: https://bbasdfl.org/event/bba-wellness-event-2/

03/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Monday's Happy Hour at Ball & Chain! It was a great evening to connect and enjoy drinks with fellow BBA friends and colleagues. Special thanks to Shelomith Law and Yip Associates for sponsoring!

03/05/2026

Join us next Monday, March 9, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Ball & Chain for the next BBA Happy Hour! Stop by for a drink and connect with fellow BBA members. FREE for members. Non-Members: $30. Register here: https://bbasdfl.org/event/bba-happy-hour/ 🍹🍻

Thank you to Shelomith Law and Yip Associates for sponsoring this event!

02/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for last night’s Happy Hour at YOLO! It was wonderful to see such a strong turnout, and we hope you enjoyed the opportunity to connect with your fellow BBA friends and colleagues. Special thanks for Michael Moecker & Associates for sponsoring!

02/12/2026

📢📢 We have an urgent need for volunteer bankruptcy attorneys to support individuals and families facing financial crisis in our community. As practitioners in the Southern District of Florida, your time and experience can make an immediate impact through full representation or other pro bono opportunities. This work is a professional and ethical responsibility that strengthens access to justice. To volunteer or learn more, contact Joe Grant, Chair of the BBA Pro Bono Committee, at [email protected] or (561) 361-1000.
https://www.bankruptcyproseclinicfls.com/

02/06/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out to Imperial Moto Café for Caffeine & Machines this morning. It was the perfect way to start a Friday! Special thanks to DGIM Law, PLLC and City National Bank of Florida for sponsoring. ☕🚘

02/04/2026

The 42nd Annual BBA Retreat will take place Thursday, May 28 – Sunday, May 31, 2026 at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. 🌴

Early Bird Registration is now open! Register now and save $400 with Early Bird pricing, available through March 31, 2026.

⏰ Regular Registration: April 1–30, 2026
⏰ Late Registration: May 1–27, 2026

Register and book your room today! We can’t wait to see you there.
https://bbasdfl.org/event/2026-bba-annual-retreat/

01/29/2026

Join Michael Moecker & Associates at the next BBA Happy Hour on Thursday, February 26 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at YOLO. FREE for members! Non-members: $30
🍸🍷Register here: https://bbasdfl.org/event/bba-happy-hour-3/

01/28/2026

Register for the next Brown Bag Webinar: Best Practices in Cash Collateral & DIP Financing
📆 Thursday, February 19 ⏰ 12:00 - 1:00 PM
CLE credit in Florida will be offered for all attendees.

Register here: https://bbasdfl.org/event/bba-brown-bag-best-practices-in-cash-collateral-and-dip-financing/

This one-hour panel will provide insights from Judge Isicoff and seasoned practitioners on the best practices for negotiating, documenting, and presenting motions for use of cash collateral and DIP financing. Topics include current market terms, adequate protection, milestones, carve-outs and challenge periods, recent developments, potential pitfalls, and practice pointers. This session will blend bench and bar perspectives with actionable takeaways you can use in your next case.

Thank you to City National Bank, Meland Budwick, PA, and Venable LLP for sponsoring this webinar.

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Miami, FL

Telephone

(305) 891-5080

Website

http://www.bbasdfl.org/

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