ONLINE
Monday, September 14, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
Whether you're just starting to explore landlord-tenant law or already have some experience, this seminar is your chance to dive into this widely applicable area of real estate law. You'll hear directly from attorneys who work with both landlords and tenants—and they’re ready to share real-world tips, strategies, and stories from the field. Stay ahead of the curve, build your legal toolkit, and get the insights you need to stand out in this rapidly evolving and demanding area of law.
Attend this seminar to:
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
CHECK-IN & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
9:00 – 9:05 a.m.
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION
9:05 – 9:35 a.m.
2026 Rental Market Update – Rates, Trends, and Projections in the Twin Cities and Minnesota
– Sue Speakman-Gomez
9:35 – 10:20 a.m.
2026 Housing Law Legislative and Case Update
– Riann O. Meyer & Douglass E. Turner
10:20 – 10:50 a.m.
Deeper Dive into NEW Laws on Tenant Rights to Organize and Create Associations
– Riann O. Meyer & Douglass E. Turner
10:50 – 11:05 a.m.
BREAK
11:05 – 11:50 a.m.
Learn the Ins and Outs of the Recently Expanded Emergency Tenant Remedies and Rent Escrow Actions
– Lawrence McDonough
11:50 a.m. – 12:35 p.m.
Common Lease Violations – Drug Use, Cannabis, Smoking, Non-Payment, Guest Violations, Unauthorized Occupants, Conviction of a Crime, Fights with Neighbors and More
– Laurel J. Pugh
12:35 – 1:15 p.m.
LUNCH BREAK (on your own)
1:15 – 2:00 p.m.
Housing Court Insights – Current Issues, Trends, Best Practices and Mistakes to Avoid
– Lawrence McDonough & Laurel J. Pugh
2:00 – 2:30 p.m.
How to Navigate Enforcement of an ICE Warrant – Lessons Learned and How to Prepare for Future Immigration Action
– Allison Wells
2:30 – 2:45 p.m.
BREAK
2:45 – 3:15 p.m.
Understand the Process of Evictions Starting with Pre-Filing Notices
– Whitney Herold & Brian N. Niemczyk
3:15 – 3:45 p.m.
Learn About Rental Assistance and Rental Help Options Available for Tenants
– Michael A. Vraa
3:45 – 4:15 p.m.
Bankruptcy and Fair Debt Concerns for Housing Attorneys – Unravel the Complex Interplay Between the Bankruptcy Code, Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and State Landlord-Tenant Law
– George Warner, Jr.
LIVE IN-PERSON
Friday, August 28, 2026
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall, Suite 370
Seventh Street & Nicollet Mall, Third Floor City Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
ONLINE REPLAYS
Monday, September 14, 2026
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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 6.0 standard CLE credits. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 6.0 credits.
Minnesota CLE also has applied to the Minnesota State Bar Association for 6.0 advanced real estate specialist credits.
