MINNEAPOLIS
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Check-In: 1:30 PM
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall # 370
3rd Floor, City Center
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Join our faculty as they discuss foundational topics of real estate titles in Minnesota!
Starting with title examination, they will address marketable title, legal descriptions, conveyances and encumbrances. The second half of the day will be dedicated to resolving title defects, including voluntary resolution, cancellation, property registration, and actions involving the courts.
SPECIAL BONUS FOR ATTENDEES:
All attendees will receive a copy of the NEW edition of Minnesota CLE's Minnesota Real Estate Titles Deskbook. The Deskbook is written and edited by experienced real estate practitioners and provides an in-depth analysis of all aspects of examining title and clearing title defects. The title exam portion of the Deskbook dives into topics like marketable title, legal description, conveyances, and encumbrances. The resolution of title problems section explores the different ways to resolve those problems, including voluntary resolution, cancellation, property registration, and actions involving the courts. Written with the practicing attorney in mind, the Deskbook includes valuable insights and practice tips collected from the editors’ and authors’ many years of experience and practical know how.
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
CHECK-IN & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
9:00 – 9:05 a.m.
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
9:05 – 9:20 a.m.
Introduction to Title Examination
– Nancy K. Landmark
9:20 – 9:50 a.m.
Using the Minnesota Title Standards to Determine Marketability of Title and the Implications of Minnesota’s 30- and 40-Year Laws
– Stephen J. Nash
9:50 – 10:20 a.m.
Understanding Legal Descriptions and Resolving Description Problems
– Matthew A. Anderson & Bryan Balcome
10:20 – 10:30 a.m.
BREAK
10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
What You Need to Know About Conveyances and Their Impact on Title
– Paul B. Kilgore
11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
The Impact of Encumbrances from Public Land Records, State and Federal Law, and Matters of Fact
– Scott E. Helgerson
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Understanding Title Insurance – Commitments, Coverage, and Endorsements
– Nancy K. Landmark
12:00 – 12:45 p.m.
LUNCH BREAK (on your own)
12:45 – 1:15 p.m.
Resolving Title Issues Using Quit Claim Deeds and Releases, Easements, Corrective Documents, and Affidavits
– Racheal M. Holland
1:15 – 1:45 p.m.
How to Avoid Title (and Other) Problems When Cancelling Purchase Agreements and Contracts for Deed
– Larry M. Wertheim
1:45 – 2:15 p.m.
Using a Torrens Registration to Clear Title and Boundary Problems
– David J. Meyers
2:15 – 2:30 p.m.
BREAK
2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Actions Involving Torrens Property – Certifications, Directives, and Proceedings Subsequent
– Katrina D. Cadalbert
3:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Litigating Adverse Claims Based on Possession – Adverse Possession, Boundary by Practical Location, Statutory Dedication, and More!
– Shaun D. Redford & Katherine L. Wahlberg
3:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Litigating Adverse Claims Based on Matters of Record – Including Declaratory Judgments, Motions for Default Judgment, Actions for Partition, and More!
– David J. Krco
LIVE IN-PERSON
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall, Suite 370
Seventh Street & Nicollet Mall, Third Floor City Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
ONLINE REPLAY
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Attend online
A moderator will be available to answer questions by email.
$295 MSBA members / $295 paralegals / $345 standard rate
Other discounts that may apply:
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.
Minnesota CLE is applying to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for 5.75 standard CLE credits. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 5.75 credits.
Minnesota CLE also has applied to the Minnesota State Bar Association for 5.75 basic real estate specialist credits.
