ONLINE REPLAY NOTE:
Online replay includes all plenary sessions and the selected breakout sessions highlighted in yellow below.

Day 1 – Thursday, November 2, 2023

7:15 – 8:15 a.m.
CHECK-IN  & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

8:15 – 8:30 a.m.
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION

8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Hot Topics

• Corporate Transparency Act is soon effective
• Back from the dead : Meander Lines in the Public Land Survey System
• AI/Chat GPT coming to a place near you
• Cutting up the pie: Boundaries as lakes and rivers recede
• The “Cannabis Effect” on real estate
• City mouse goes to the country: Tips on buying outstate property
• The new Buy America legislation
• What happens to 2.8 million acres of tax forfeited public forest land after the Tyler decision?  
• New Energy credits
• Seller ID Fraud
• Conversion of office and retail space
• Why all the new storage buildings? 

– Angela M. Christy & David J. Meyers

9:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Overview of 2023 Real Estate Market and Forecast for 2024
– Robert J. Strachota

10:00 – 10:40 a.m.
2023 Minnesota Case Law Update
– Daniel G.B. Jensen, Paul B. Kilgore, Nancy K. Landmark & Samuel J.H. Sigelman

10:40 – 10:50 a.m.
DISTINGUISHED SERIVCE AWARD

10:50 – 11:15 a.m.
BREAK

11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION A

101
Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Purchase Agreement
Back by Popular Demand
– Greta L. Bjerkness & Scott M. Lucas

102
Divorce and Conveying Real Property – Untangling the Mess Without Clouding Title
– Marty G. Helle

103
The Title Defective: Resolving Common and Not So Common Title Issues
Repeated at #403
– Barbara B. Gilmore

104
Managing the Risks in Engineering and Design Agreements – Including Important Sample Document Language
– B.J. Nodzon & Cyri A. Van Hecke

105
Understanding and Using License Agreements to Solve Real Estate Problems
– B. Shane Barnes & Crystal A. Thorpe

106
The Business Aspect of Commercial Real Estate – Due Diligence, Financing, Proforma, Cap Rates and More
– Sach Darji, Christine Eid, Shannon D. Hoagland & Allen Wheeler
– John Wheaton (moderator)

107
New Legislation and Case Law Authorizing Land Transfers in Indian Country – What Lands? What Is Required? How Is It Transferred?
– Shauna L. Coons

108
The Ten Most Consequential Real Property Cases in Minnesota History, and How They Inform Your Practice Every Day
Repeated at #605
– Paul B. Kilgore

12:15 – 1:30 p.m.
LUNCH (provided to in-person attendees)

1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION B

201
The Basics of Mechanic’s Liens – What Every Real Estate Lawyer Needs to Know and Understand
– Caryn A. Boisen

202
The Marketable Act – History, Key Issues, and the Moratzka Case
– David J. Meyers

203
Torrens 101 – Understanding Torrens and Registration of Title
– Kimberly E. Brzezinski

204
Effective Negotiation and Administration of Estoppels in Connection with Commercial Leases
– Amanda Cappelle & Robert J. Olson

205
Bad Loans and Loan Workouts – From Both Sides
– Michael A. Rosow, Katie A. Welsch & Bradley F. Williams
– Lloyd G. Kepple (moderator)

206
Using LLCs to Own and Operate Real Estate (Including Liability and Tax Issues)
– J. Patrick Plunkett

207
9 Real Estate Issues Confronting City Attorneys (and Private Parties) – Including Development Fees, Signage Issues, Zoning, Platting, Subdivisions, Code Enforcement and More!
– Korine L. Land

208
10 Mistakes or Pitfalls When Foreclosing on Real Property
– Eric D. Cook & Melissa Porter

2:30 – 2:45 p.m.
BREAK

2:45 – 3:45 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION C

301
Avoiding Potential Problems and Pitfalls as You Draft CIC Documents – Includes Sample Language
– Jennifer L. Carey

302
Using Partition Actions to Cure Messed Up Estate Plans
– Charles (Huck) Andresen & Kimberly A. Prchal

303
Technical Conveyancing Requirements for Pretty Much Any Entity You Encounter, Whether Normal or Weird
Back by Popular Demand
– Marty G. Helle

304
Anatomy of a Multi-Use Development – A Case Study of the Chanhassen Avienda Project
– Larry M. Wertheim & Mark Nordland

305
The Key Provisions in a Development Agreement – Developer Attorney v. City Attorney
– Peter J. Coyle & Soren M. Mattick

306
Understanding and Drafting Rooftop Agreements
– Sachin J. Darji & Alejandro Monarez

307
The New Cannabis Law in Minnesota – Its Impact on Leases, Insurance, Zoning, HOAs, and More!
– Carol R.M. Moss

308
Strategies for Farm Succession and Estate Tax Planning in a Time of Rising Land Values
– Reed H. Glawe & Christopher J. Kamath

3:45 – 4:00 p.m.
BREAK

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION D

401
Reviewing Title Commitments and Surveys in Commercial Transactions
– Brieanna H. Maershbecker

402
Using Cartways to Gain Access – Best Practices Including Sample Forms
– Robert T. Ruppe

403
The Title Defective: Resolving Common and Not So Common Title Issues
Repeat of #103
– Barbara B. Gilmore

404
Real Estate Finance for the Rest of Us – Understanding Financial Terms and What’s Negotiable, Bridge Loans and More
– Nathan M. Brandenburg & Chelsy M. Jantsch

405  CANCELLED
Taking the Poison Pills Out of Construction Contracts
– Justin P. Weinberg

406
The Minnesota Real Estate Market Analysis – More In-Depth
– Robert J. Strachota & Madeline M. (Strachota) Maloney

407
Ethics and ChatGPT – Your New BFF or the End of Lawyering
1.0 ethics credit applied for
– Eric T. Cooperstein

408
How to Submit a Successful Planning Application to the City – Plus Helpful Strategies on Key Elements of the Application
– Amanda J. Johnson

5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
INSTITUTE RECEPTION
Join us Thursday at 5:00 p.m. for the Institute Reception sponsored by Attorneys Title Guaranty Fund, Inc.

Day 2  –  Friday, November 3, 2023

7:30 – 8:10 a.m.
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

8:10 – 8:30 a.m.
MSBA REAL PROPERTY SECTION MEETING

8:30 – 9:05 a.m.
2023 Title Standards Update
– Robert L. Russell & Alison M. Schubring

9:05 – 9:35 a.m.
2023 Legislative Update
– Jennifer L. Carey & Kevin J. Dunlevy

9:35 – 10:40 a.m.
2023 Minnesota Case Law Update (continued)
– Daniel G.B. Jensen, Paul B. Kilgore, Nancy K. Landmark & Samuel J.H. Sigelman

10:40 – 11:00 a.m.
BREAK

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION E

501
The Bush Nielsen Title Insurance Case Update
– J. Bushnell Nielsen

502
Difficult Survey Problems and Solutions
Back by Popular Demand
– Nancy K. Landmark

503
New Federal Legislation Impacting Minnesota Real Estate – New Energy Credits, the Corporate Transparency Act and More
– Angela M. Christy

504
Current Big Issues in Commercial Office and Industrial Leases
– Tammy J. Schemmel

505
Learned in the Trenches – 12 Important Things to Know About Real Estate That Will Save You Time, Pain or Embarrassment
– Matthew J. Foli

506
Representing Non-Profits and Churches on Real Estate Matters – Avoiding the Hidden Pitfalls
– Shannon D. Hoagland

507
New Minnesota Statutes and Their Impact on the Residential Landlord-Tenant Relationship and Eviction Actions
– Christopher Kalla

12:00 – 12:15 p.m.
BREAK

12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION F

601
Medical Assistance Fundamentals for Real Estate and Estate Planning Attorneys – With Special Focus on Real Property Protection
– Jill M. Sauber

602
A Semi-Deep Dive Into Title Insurance Loss Calculations
– J. Bushnell Nielsen

603
Common Commercial Lease Disputes, Tenant and Landlord Remedies, and the Effect of Bankruptcy
– Paul L. Ratelle

604
Dispute Resolution in Residential Construction and Sales Contracts (Forms, Clauses and the Resolution Process)
– Courtney J. Ernston

605
The Ten Most Consequential Real Property Cases in Minnesota History, and How They Inform Your Practice Every Day
Repeat of #108
– Paul B. Kilgore

606
Introduction to TIF, Tax Credits and Other Government Assistance for Real Estate Developments
– Peter J. Berrie

607
Reducing Stigma to Avoid Chronic Stress and Burnout
1.0 elimination of bias credit applied for
– Judith M. Rush & Jon M. Tynjala

1:15 p.m.
INSTITUTE ADJOURNS

Free Post-Institute Webcasts in January

Attendees of the 2023 Real Estate Institute may view 5 of the following webcasts for FREE after the Institute! Instructions on how to register for free will be provided to attendees during the Institute.

Thursday, January 11, 2024   |   12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Environmental Basics for Real Estate Attorneys
– Lindsey A. Remakel & Elizabeth H. Schmiesing
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for

Tuesday, January 16, 2024   |   9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
How Best to Advise Clients Who Use Contracts for Deed
– David J. McGee
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for

Wednesday, January 17, 2024   |   9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
How to Handle a Commercial Closing
– Marvin A. Liszt
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for

Wednesday, January 17, 2024   |   12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
What You Need to Know About Condemnation Law in Minnesota
– Thomas J. Radio
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for

Thursday, January 18, 2024   |   12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
What Every Real Estate Attorney Needs to Know About Drainage Law
– John C. Kolb
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for

Thursday, January 18, 2024   |   2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Understanding and Using Easements – What, Why, When, Where, and How
– Shaun D. Redford & Katie L. Wahlberg
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for

Thursday, January 25, 2024   |   2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
How to Subdivide Land – Avoiding Pitfalls and Best Practices
– Tammera R. Diehm & Anne M. (Haslerud) Paterson
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for

LIVE IN-PERSON
Thursday & Friday, November 2-3, 2023
Saint Paul RiverCentre
175 West Kellogg Boulevard
Saint Paul, Minnesota

LIMITED ONLINE REPLAY
Thursday & Friday, December 14-15, 2023
Attend online
Online replay includes all plenary and selected breakout sessions. A moderator will be available to answer questions by email.

For attendees of the in-person Institute:
Minnesota CLE has established room rates with the hotel(s) listed below. Mention the 2023 Minnesota CLE Real Estate Institute to receive these special rates. Make your reservations early to ensure room/rate availability!

The Saint Paul Hotel
$149 per night (plus tax)
350 Market Street
651-292-9292
Reservations must be made by Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown
$139 per night (plus tax)
175 Seventh Street West
651-556-1411
Reservations must be made by Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown St. Paul
$129 per night (plus tax)
200 Seventh Street West
651-224-7400
Make reservations at the Hampton Inn
Reservations must be made by Wednesday, October 11, 2023

$495 MSBA members / $495 paralegals / $595 standard rate

Other discounts that may apply:

• Season Pass Discount
  
• New Lawyer Discount

Scholarships available!
Need-based scholarships are available for in-person and online seminars. For further information or to obtain a scholarship application, contact us at 800-759-8840 or customerservice@minncle.org.

CREDITS – IN-PERSON INSTITUTE

Minnesota CLE is applying to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for 10.25 CLE credits. We anticipate that breakout #407 will qualify for 1.0 ethics credit, and that breakout #607 will qualify for 1.0 elimination of bias credit. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 10.25 credits.

Minnesota CLE also has applied to the Minnesota State Bar Association for 10.25 advanced real estate specialist credits.

CREDITS – ONLINE REPLAY

Minnesota CLE is applying to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for 10.25 CLE credits. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 10.25 credits.

Minnesota CLE also has applied to the Minnesota State Bar Association for 10.25 advanced real estate specialist credits.