Times listed are Central Time.

Thursday, March 2, 2023
9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Rescheduled for:
Thursday, March 9, 2023
9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Chain of Title and Dealing with Encumbrances and Adverse Interests
Learn how to properly prepare for title examination. Topics include the Minnesota Marketable Title Act and its effect on title examination, running the chain of title, examining registered property, writing title opinion, preparing title commitment, and curing defects or objections.
– Barbara B. Gilmore; Old Republic National Title Insurance 

Friday, March 3, 2023
9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Elimination of Bias: Shining a Spotlight on Depression in the Legal Profession
Depression is certainly no stranger to the legal profession. There is evidence that suggests higher rates within the profession than for those in general population. What is the reason for this? More importantly, what can we do about it? Dr. Heidi Bausch-Ryan from CARE Counseling joins us to look at what depression is, why those in the legal profession seem particularly prone to it, and what can be done to navigate it effectively. Lawyers and their colleagues in the legal profession can take meaningful action in helping to address depression by shedding their biases about mental health and learning to spot warning signs in themselves, their colleagues, and their clients so that everyone can get the help that they need.
– Heidi Bausch-Ryan, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist; CARE Counseling

Friday, March 3, 3023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
15 Important Things to Know About Real Estate – But Few People Do
A compilation of items that your presenter has learned the hard way. Come be entertained and hopefully learn something that saves you from future pain and embarrassment.
– Matthew J. Foli; Guaranty Commercial Title 

Friday, March 10, 2023
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Multi-Jurisdictional Practice: Do You Have Boundary Issues?
Attorneys who represent clients in other jurisdictions have to be careful not to cross the line into the unauthorized practice of law. This seminar will provide a map that lawyers can use to avoid crossing into dangerous ethical territory.
– Eric T. Cooperstein; Law Office of Eric T. Cooperstein

Wednesday, March 15, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Off Record Title Considerations – Learn About Issues Beyond the Title
There are certain title-related issues that may not be self-evident in the public records or in the chain of title. The title examiner, if only focusing on the documents filed at the county, is likely to miss serious title defects that impair property use and utility and potentially open themselves up to significant malpractice or title claims. This presentation will outline real-world examples of off-record title issues and provide guidance on how to discover them, what to be aware of, and help attendees learn how to avoid issuing title opinions or title commitments that inadvertently overlook title defects.
– Chad E. Novak; Westcor Land Title Insurance Company 

Friday, March 17, 2023
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Methods for Curing Title Issues
This presentation will look at corrective documents, affidavits, contract cancellations, and legal actions to cure title including an Action to Determine Adverse Claims, an Action to Determine Boundary Lines, an Action to Quiet Title, and an Action to Register Title – which to choose and how to successfully complete the proceeding.
– David J. Meyers; Rinke Noonan

Thursday, March 23, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Understanding Railroad Interests
Learn how to identify the interest owned by a railroad, how an interest may be abandoned, and the subsequent owner after the railroad loses interest. This presentation will cover railroad issues and the Marketable Title Act, and re-use of railroad right-of-ways.
– Dulcie M. Brand; Anoka County Examiner of Titles

Friday, March 24, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Effectively Handling Easements, Covenants, and Restrictions
Learn how easements, covenants, and restrictions impact real property and the examination process.
– Scott E. Helgerson; First American Title Insurance
– Jim Andersen; First American Title Insurance

Tuesday, March 28, 2023
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Notarizing Documents in Minnesota
An overview of how to notarize documents in Minnesota in a legally effective manner. Discussion will focus on the different modes of notarization and problems that can arise with improper notarization.
– Wayne D. Anderson; Ramsey County Examiner of Titles

Tuesday, March 28, 2023
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Elimination of Bias: Being a Trauma-Informed Practitioner in a Transactional Practice
This presentation will help legal professionals recognize and address trauma in clients and themselves. Topics also include the role of stigma and bias, understanding trauma and the potential for disability, recognizing and addressing trauma in clients, and the impact of current events.
– Joan Bibelhausen; Executive Director, Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers
– Jon M. Tynjala; Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

Wednesday, March 29, 2023
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
What You Need to Know About Transfer on Death Deeds
Join Michelle for a look at the statutory requirements, examples of common pitfalls, practice tips, and answers to common questions that arise when considering whether to use one of these common estate planning tools.
– Michelle R. Loughrey Tschida; Hellmuth & Johnson PLLC

Wednesday, March 29, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Surveys and Legal Descriptions
This presentation will help you in understanding and interpreting the U.S. Government Survey, Registered Land Surveys, Auditor’s subdivisions, and more. You will also learn how to evaluate the adequacy of the description and addressing gaps or overlaps. Finally, how to make determinations of title in light of inadequate descriptions and other issues.
– Nancy K. Landmark; Commercial Partners Title LLC

Thursday, March 30, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Digging Deeper into Mineral Rights
This presentation will address the effect of mineral reservations on title, the ownership of minerals rights, the competing rights between the surface owner and the mineral owner, the requirement of registration of severed minerals, and other aspects of mineral development in Minnesota. 
– Charles (Huck) Andresen; Hanft Fride PA

$425

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.

This package provides 14.5 total CLE credits. Credits should be reported individually for each webcast attended, not the package as a whole.

Minnesota CLE has applied to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for the standard, ethics, and elimination of bias CLE credits as listed below. Application has been made to the Minnesota State Bar Association for any "specialist" credits and to the Supreme Court ADR Program for any continuing education in ADR credits.

Click titles for credit status and individual event codes.

How to Examine Title A to Z: Chain of Title and Dealing with Encumbrances and Adverse Interests
1.5 standard CLE credits
1.5 basic real estate specialist credits

Elimination of Bias: Shining a Spotlight on Depression in the Legal Profession
2.0 elimination of bias credits

15 Important Things to Know About Real Estate – But Few People Do
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit

Multi-Jurisdictional Practice: Do You Have Boundary Issues?
1.0 ethics credit

How to Examine Title A to Z: Off Record Title Considerations – Learn About Issues Beyond the Title
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit

How to Examine Title A to Z: Methods for Curing Title Issues
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit

How to Examine Title A to Z: Understanding Railroad Interests
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit

How to Examine Title A to Z: Effectively Handling Easements, Covenants, and Restrictions
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real estate specialist credit

Notarizing Documents in Minnesota
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit

Elimination of Bias: Being a Trauma-Informed Practitioner in a Transactional Practice
1.0 elimination of bias credit

What You Need to Know About Transfer on Death Deeds
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit

How to Examine Title A to Z: Surveys and Legal Descriptions
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real estate specialist credit

How to Examine Title A to Z: Digging Deeper into Mineral Rights
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit