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The Torrens System of Land Registration A to Z Webcast Series provides you with a comprehensive overview of Minnesota’s relatively unique recording system. Our experienced and esteemed faculty will walk you through each step of the process, explaining the procedures and adding that extra bit of clarity that only those with extensive real-world experience can provide. Please join us in June for this informative webcast series and we’ll see you online!
Times listed are Central Time.
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Torrens A to Z: 12 Things You Need to Know About the Certificate of Title
Get acquainted with the information contained on the certificate of title and learn practical tips on how to work with them in the real world.
– Matthew Foli; Guaranty Commercial Title, Inc.
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Torrens A to Z: Taking the Mystery Out of the Torrens System
An overview of the Torrens system with a high-level discussion of the following topics: original registration of title, effect of the decree of registration, rights of registered owners, transactions involving registered land, proceedings subsequent to initial registration, and registration of title without a court proceeding.
– Racheal M. Holland; Melchert Hubert Sjodin PLLP; Examiner of Titles – McLeod County; Deputy Examiner of Titles – Carver & Sibley Counties
Thursday, June 6, 2024
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Torrens A to Z: A Tale of Two Systems – Abstract and Torrens
There are two different ways of owning and recording real property in Minnesota: Abstract Title and Torrens. This presentation will provide a brief overview of both types of property, the major differences, and how property is recorded under each type. You will also learn about some of the major pitfalls associated with each classification.
– Katie P. Pivec; Siegel Brill PA
Thursday, June 13, 2024
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Torrens A to Z: Working with the Registrar’s Office
There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to Torrens Property and the Registrar’s Office is an integral part of the system. Hear directly from a panel of experienced staff members from various Minnesota County Offices about what issues they see most often, county statistics and trends, and other tips and strategies.
– Michelle Ashe; County Recorder & Registrar of Titles, Sherburne County
– Wendell Hiller; Resident and Real Estate Supervisor, Hennepin County
– Wendy Levitt; County Recorder, Saint Louis County
Thursday, June 20, 2024
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Torrens A to Z: Proceedings Subsequent to Initial Registration
Any court action under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 508 or 508A brought after the initial registration is called a proceeding subsequent. This presentation features a rundown of the procedures involved and a closer look at a common proceeding subsequent – the petition for a new certificate of title after mortgage foreclosure.
– Melissa Porter; LOGS Legal Group LLP
– Nathan A. Bissonette; Ramsey County Examiner of Titles
Friday, June 21, 2024
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Torrens A to Z: Examiner’s Directives
Learn what situations require an examiner’s directive, when directives are available (but not necessarily required), and the process for obtaining directives.
– Wayne D. Anderson; Examiner of Titles, Ramsey County
– Jody L. McGinley; Deputy Examiner of Titles, Hennepin County
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Torrens A to Z: Initial Registrations
Land in Minnesota is brought into the Torrens system either through court proceedings or by a possessory land title registration procedure. In this session, you will learn the procedures involved when conducting initial registration proceedings in District Court.
– Alison M. Schubring; Examiner of Titles, Hennepin County
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Torrens A to Z: Key Takeaways from Cases Involving Torrens Property
A review of some of the most important cases involving the Torrens system of land registration and the takeaways that every real estate practitioner should know.
– David B. Gates; Deputy Examiner of Titles, Hennepin County
$365
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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 8.0 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.
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Torrens A to Z: 12 Things You Need to Know About the Certificate of Title
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property specialist credit
Torrens A to Z: Taking the Mystery Out of the Torrens System
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property specialist credit
Torrens A to Z: A Tale of Two Systems – Abstract and Torrens
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property specialist credit
Torrens A to Z: Working with the Registrar’s Office
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property specialist credit
Torrens A to Z: Proceedings Subsequent to Initial Registration
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property specialist credit
Torrens A to Z: Examiner’s Directives
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property specialist credit
Torrens A to Z: Initial Registrations
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property specialist credit
Torrens A to Z: Key Takeaways from Cases Involving Torrens Property
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property specialist credit
