Bankruptcy & Collections Webinar Series
Foundational refresher for both experienced and new staff with bankruptcy and collections responsibilities.
Bankruptcy Webinar
Date & Time
Aug. 6, 2026
9 - 11 a.m. CT
Registration Deadlines
Early Bird: July 27
Regular Rate: Aug. 6
Session Description
Bankruptcy Fundamentals: Practical Strategies for Chapter 7 & 13
Join experienced bankruptcy attorneys Sharon Sjostrom and Tom Sharp for a practical review of bankruptcy fundamentals. Participants will explore the real-world issues, challenges, and strategies that arise in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases every day.
Designed specifically for credit union professionals, this webinar goes beyond theory and textbook summaries. Drawing on years of hands-on experience representing consumer creditors in bankruptcy courts, Sharon and Tom will provide actionable insights, relevant case examples, and guidance you can apply immediately in your role.
Whether you are new to bankruptcy or looking to deepen your understanding of current creditor-side practices, you’ll gain valuable, experience-driven knowledge tailored to today’s credit union environment.
Don’t miss this engaging and practical discussion on navigating the complexities of bankruptcy and strengthening your approach to member accounts in distress.
Presenters
Tom Sharp
Tom Sharp has been with the Blalack & Williams team for more than 20 years, representing credit unions in federal, state, and bankruptcy courts across Texas. Sharp has handled more than 10,000 bankruptcy cases for credit unions and has appeared in person in all four Texas districts. He conducts seminars on bankruptcy and collection matters.
Sharon Sjostrom
Sharon Sjostrom is a partner with the law firm of Blalack & Williams. In addition to assisting credit union clients with advice and counsel on an individual basis, Sjostrom presents seminars and provides in-house training for credit union employees. She has vast real-world knowledge and extensive experience on a variety of credit union issues, including bankruptcy, foreclosures, litigation, operations, vendor contract reviews, regulatory and compliance matters, and personnel issues.
Collections Webinar
Date & Time
Aug. 20, 2026
9 - 11 a.m. CT
Registration Deadlines
Early Bird: Aug. 10
Regular Rate: Aug. 20
Session Description
Foundations for Effective Credit Union Collections
Collections are about more than policies—it’s about people. This year’s webinar moves beyond legal fundamentals to focus on the day-to-day realities of working with delinquent members.
Mike Blalack and Rob Woodcock will share practical tools, proven techniques, and strategic guidance to strengthen your collections conversations. You will learn how to handle difficult situations, better understand debtor behavior, and respond with confidence while balancing compliance and effectiveness.
Whether you're new to collections or looking to sharpen your skills, this session offers actionable insights designed to help you succeed and drive better results for your credit union.
Presenters
Mike Blalack
Mike Blalack is an attorney from Dallas, with the law firm of Blalack & Williams, P.C., who has represented credit unions for more than 40 years. Blalack provides collections, regulatory, and compliance training in-house and at conferences throughout Texas for the Cornerstone Credit Union League, where he is consistently one of the highest-rated speakers.
Rob Woodcock
Rob Woodcock is a credit union attorney who has been practicing with the law firm of Blalack & Williams, P.C., for more than 15 years. Woodcock is part of the litigation group focused on collections and creditors' rights.
Educational Investment
The market value of one of a seminar registration is $600. Cornerstone Members qualify for a significant discount as a benefit of membership.
Registration fee includes a 2-hour webinar with reference materials.
| Fee Per Person | Early Bird Rate | Regular Rate |
| Affiliated Member - Class A & B | $300 | $350 |
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be received in writing. Please provide a brief explanation for the cancellation and submit via email to training@cornerstoneleague.coop. Cancellations received more than 30 days prior to the event are subject to a 25% administrative
fee on the order total. No refunds will be granted for cancellations received on or after 30 days prior to the event. Substitutions are accepted prior to the start of the program. Additional costs may apply. Please provide the event name, current
participant name, and new participant name to training@cornerstoneleague.coop.
Cornerstone League reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event due to unforeseen circumstances. If the conference is rescheduled to another date or modified (virtual or hybrid), your registration will automatically transfer. If the event is rescheduled or location is changed, and you are unable to attend, your fees will be refunded.
Questions?
Call 800-442-5762 ext. 6630 or email us.