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Thursday, November 19, 2026 - Friday, November 20, 2026
8:15 AM - 5:00 PM
The Event of the Year for Minnesota Real Estate Attorneys and Professionals
The Real Estate Institute is the premier real estate conference in the nation. That reputation is built on more than 30 years of outstanding annual program line-ups, educating thousands of real estate lawyers and professionals from Minnesota and across the Upper Midwest. And by offering dozens of session choices, the Institute ensures that you can construct an agenda tailored to your particular work, interest, and experience level.
Don’t miss this great annual program featuring a complete update on all new developments, dozens of great sessions covering nearly every aspect of real estate practice, and a fun time visiting with friends and colleagues from around the state. If you can attend only one real estate program this is the one. Nowhere else can you learn so much and have such a good time in the process.
Plus, Great Benefits for Attendees!
Register by August 31 and save $50!
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
– Angela M. Christy & David J. Meyers
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
2026 Minnesota Case Law Update
– Nancy K. Landmark, Daniel G.B. Jensen, Shaun D. Redford & Samuel J.H. Sigelman
10:30 – 10:40 a.m.
DISTINGUISHED SERIVCE AWARD
10:40 – 11:10 a.m.
BREAK
11:10 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION A
101
How to Read and Understand a Survey
– Nancy K. Landmark
102
5 Difficult Title Problems – And Solutions
– Barbara B. Gilmore, Robert L. Russell & Tyson S. Smith
– David J. Meyers (moderator)
103
The Complete Guide to Using Contracts for Deed Successfully
Repeated at #601
– Marty G. Helle
104
A Mock Construction Contract Negotiation – What the Parties Say and Why
– Nena M. Lenz, Jesse R. Orman & Kyle S. Willems
– Michael R. Schechter (moderator)
105
7 Things That Can Go Wrong in a Commercial Closing
– Matthew A. Anderson & Micheal D. Fleming
106
6 Property Valuation Essentials You Must Know
– Adam J. Pabarcus & Timothy A. Rye
107
How to Avoid Generating Ethics Issues with Generative AI
1.0 ethics credit applied for
– Eric T. Cooperstein
108
The New MCIOA Legislation and Its Impact on Homeowners Associations
– Phaedra J. Howard
12:10 – 1:30 p.m.
LUNCH (provided to in-person attendees)
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION B
201
Drafting CIC Governing Documents to Comply with the Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act
– Jennifer L. Carey
202
Current Issues for Torrens Examiners and Registrars
– Racheal M. Holland & Jody L. McGinley
203
Guidelines for Drafting Easements and Covenants That Work Now, and in the Future
– Tyson S. Smith
204
7 Key Clauses in the Commercial Loan Agreement – And How to Protect Your Client
– Katie A. Welsch
205
Data Center Issues
– Andrew M. Biggerstaff, Howard A. Roston & Jacob W. Steen
– Soren M. Mattick (moderator)
206
What In-House Attorneys Want from Their Outside Counsel
– Paula K. Beck, Laura Graf & Audra Williams
– Shannon D. Hoagland (moderator)
207
Practical Uses of AI for Practicing Attorneys
– Paul M. Floyd, Alejandro Monarez & Stephen E. Yoch
208
Real Estate in Minnesota Appellate Courts: Unique Issues and Best Practices
– Peter K. Doely
2:30 – 2:45 p.m.
BREAK
2:45 – 3:45 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION C
301
Real Estate Finance for the Rest of Us – Understanding Financial Terms and What’s Negotiable and More
– Nathan M. Brandenburg & Leah DeGrazia
302
Protecting the Residential Seller or Buyer – Changes to Consider to the Real Estate Agent’s Forms
– Robert L. Russell
303
Times Up! Statutes of Limitations for Real Property Interests in the Chain of Title – Mortgages, Leases, Mechanic’s Lien, Lis Pendens, Medical Assistance Liens, and More!
– Matthew J. Foli
304
Negotiating and Drafting Core Economic Terms in a Commercial Lease
– David M. Streier
305
7 Keys to Successfully Handling the Real Estate Aspect of a Business Purchase or Sale
– Jeffrey W. Shea
306
Impact of the New Lobbying Law for Real Estate Attorneys – Including the Effect of Non-Compliance
– Megan Engelhardt
307
From Prompt to Product: Getting Great Results With AI-Generated Legal Content
– Todd C. Scott
308
2026 Mortgage Foreclosure Update
– Melissa L. Porter & Michael R. Sauer
3:45 – 4:00 p.m.
BREAK
4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION D
401
Understanding Title Commitments and Clearing the Title Problems Noted
– Barbara B. Gilmore
402
Identifying, Analyzing, and Solving Complex Boundary Problems
– Sam DeLeo & David J. Meyers
403
Torrens v. Abstract: How Did We Get Here and Why Does It Matter?
– David B. Gates
404
From Workout to Foreclosure: Current Trends in Distressed Real Estate
– Tim G. Becker, Michel Lynch & Michael A. Rosow
– Matthew C. Robinson (moderator)
405
Drafting Insurance and Indemnity Clauses in Commercial Loan Agreements, Commercial Leases, et.al.
– Gary C. Eidson
406
Impact of Cannabis on a Myriad of Real Estate Situations and Transactions
– Mitchel C. Chargo
407
The Why, Where and How of Building Conversions – Practical Tips and Lessons Learned
– Katrina Cadalbert & Amy L. DuMond Kottke
408
AI Product Comparisons – The Strengths and Weaknesses of the Leading AI Products
– Paul M. Floyd & Alejandro Monarez
5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
INSTITUTE RECEPTION
Sponsored by Attorneys Title Guaranty Fund, Inc.
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.
2026 Title Standards Update
– Robert L. Russell & Alison M. Schubring
9:05 – 9:35 a.m.
2026 Legislative Update
– Jennifer L. Carey & Scott M. Lucas
9:35 – 10:30 a.m.
2026 Minnesota Case Law Update (continued)
– Nancy K. Landmark, Daniel G.B. Jensen, Shaun D. Redford & Samuel J.H. Sigelman
10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
BREAK
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION E
501
The Latest Word on the New Partition Law
– David J. Meyers
502
Making Sure You Get the Right Title Insurance Endorsements for Your Project
– Nancy K. Landmark
503
How to Quarterback Your Client’s Next Project – A Planning Process That Really Works
– Shannon D. Hoagland
504
Handling the Challenges of a Mixed-Use CIC Development
– Thomas L. Bray, Angela M. Christy & David B. Gates
– Jennifer L. Carey (moderator)
505
When Water Runs with the Land: Drainage Law in Minnesota Real Estate
– Kale R. Van Bruggen
506
What Real Estate Practitioners Need to Know About Medical Assistance Estate Recovery
– Mark A. Eekhoff
507
Real Estate Fraud – Protecting Yourself and Your Client
– Mary Thomas
12:00 – 12:15 p.m.
BREAK
12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSION F
601
The Complete Guide to Using Contracts for Deed Successfully
Repeat of #103
– Marty G. Helle
602
Representing Residential Real Estate Consumers in the Post-Settlement Era
– Douglas R. Miller
603
Laying the Groundwork, Litigating the Fallout: A Dual-Perspective Guide to Construction Law
Back by Popular Demand
– Rachael E. Stack & Cyri A. Van Hecke
604
Common Lease Disputes, Tenant and Landlord Remedies, and the Effect of Bankruptcy
– Paul L. Ratelle
605
TODDs – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly TODD Uses
– Wayne D. Anderson & Todd Uecker
606
What Does Shakespeare Have to Do with Real Estate? You’d Be Surprised!
– Angela M. Christy
1:15 p.m.
INSTITUTE ADJOURNS
Attendees of the 2026 Real Estate Institute may view 6 of the following webcasts for FREE after the Institute! Instructions on how to register for free will be provided to attendees during the Institute. Dates and times TBD.
The State of Real Estate in Minnesota – Current Trends and Key Updates Across Residential, Commercial, Office and Industrial Sectors
– Christopher J. Stockness & Robert J. Strachota
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for
Commercial Purchase Agreements – with Annotated Forms
– Sara N. Wilson
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for
ADHD in the Legal Profession: Challenges and Strategies for Success
– Jacob C. Harksen
1.0 mental health/substance use credit applied for
Help for Colleagues in Crisis: Recognizing and Responding to Impairment and Other Challenges in the Legal Profession
– Jon M. Tynjala
1.0 elimination of bias credit applied for
So You Want to Build or Remodel – Land Use and Local Regulations for Lakeshore Property
– Scott B. Landsman
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for
The How, When and Why of Development – Subdivisions, Rezoning, Variances, Permits and More
– David S. Kendall
1.0 standard CLE credit applied for
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit applied for
Top Ethical Conundrums in Real Estate Law
– Charles E. Jones
1.0 ethics credit applied for
LIVE IN-PERSON
Thursday & Friday, October 22-23, 2026
Saint Paul RiverCentre
175 West Kellogg Boulevard
Saint Paul, Minnesota
ONLINE REPLAY
Thursday & Friday, November 19-20, 2026
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. Be sure to identify yourself with the Minnesota CLE Real Estate Institute to get the best rate, and make your reservations early to ensure room/rate availability.
Saint Paul Hotel
$169.00 (plus tax)
Available for October 21 and 22, 2026
350 Market Street
St. Paul, MN 55102
651-292-9292
To make reservations:
Visit the Saint Paul Hotel website at www.saintpaulhotel.com. Click on Reservations and enter the following information:
Reserve by: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown
$115.00 (plus tax)
Available for October 21 and 22, 2026
175 Seventh Street West
St. Paul, MN 55102
651-225-1515
Make reservations at the Holiday Inn
Reserve by: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Hampton Inn Downtown St. Paul
$115.00 (plus tax)
Available for October 21 and 22, 2026
200 Seventh Street West
St. Paul, MN 55102
651-224-7400
Make reservations at the Hampton Inn
Reserve by: Monday, September 28, 2026
$545 MSBA members / $545 paralegals / $595 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 9.0 CLE credits. We anticipate that breakout #107 will qualify for 1.0 ethics credit. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 9.0 credits.
Minnesota CLE also has applied to the Minnesota State Bar Association for 9.0 advanced real estate specialist credits.
There are 6.0 additional CLE credits available through the post-Institute webcasts. Three of these webcasts also will qualify for specialty credit.
