Receiving a garnishment, levy, or writ imposes significant responsibility on your bank. Despite needing to comply with statutory requirements, these documents do not all look the same, may or may not need to be signed by a judge or sheriff, and are usually cluttered with legalese. Yet, it is imperative that bank staff know how to properly review, process, and respond to these collection tools on a timely and consistent basis. We’ll help you be ready by highlighting the first steps a financial institution should take when served, key elements to review in determining validity, and the typical timeline of processing a garnishment, levy, or writ. Plus, you’ll learn how to avoid common pitfalls and take away practical tools and best practices.

Presenter

Garth Gavenda is an attorney and shareholder at Jellum Law, P.A., Garth, a seasoned trial lawyer, serves as head of the firm's litigation team. He assists lenders with workouts, enforcing loan documents, foreclosing on real and personal property, collection, and preservation of lender's rights in bankruptcy. Garth is licensed in a number of state and federal courts and has been with Jellum Law since 2006.

Lindsay Cremona is a litigation attorney with Jellum Law, P.A. who has successfully represented clients in a variety of complex civil litigation and bankruptcy matters, including breach of contract claims, enforcement of UCC rights, and fraud claims. Specifically, Lindsay works with financial institutions to protect their interests in loan collection and liquidation, as well as regulatory compliance for the Small Business Administration's government-guaranteed lending programs. Lindsay is licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin and has been with Jellum Law since 2012.

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Date & Times

November 13, 2025
9:30am - 11:00am

Location

At Your Desk 
 
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