32nd Annual
Advanced Real Estate Law San Antonio
Course
JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa LIVE
San Antonio July 8-10, 2010 JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa
VIDEO
Dallas August 18-20, 2010 Doubletree Campbell Center
MCLE CREDIT 18.75 HOURS (3 ETHICS)
VIDEO
Houston September 22-24, 2010 Crowne Plaza River Oaks
HIGHLIGHTS
Registrants can enjoy:
• Four Breakout Sessions - Commercial Real Property - Residential Real Property - Natural Resources - Common Interest Communities
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Continental breakfast each day Lunch included on Thursday and Friday Wednesday golf tournament (separate fee required) Welcoming reception (San Antonio only) JW Marriott’s Lantana Spa, championship golf courses, river bluff water experience, hike & bike trails, and 7 distinctive restaurants
Come a day early and attend
Real Estate Law 101 (at the LIVE site only) Course materials available on a USB drive
Come a day early and attend
Real Estate Law 101 Come learn or relearn the basics! live San Antonio July 7, 2010
JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa 23808 Resort Parkway San Antonio, TX 78261
We will take you through the basic documents for most real estate transactions and give you an introduction to client relationships, the people you deal with in a real estate practice, title insurance basics, surveys, special problems, and ethical traps. You will benefit from a panel with over 150 years of combined real estate practice experience from a wide variety of practices. You will hear war stories, tips, and practice secrets. You will receive a desk reference course book with materials covering over 20 practice topics. The course is intended for new lawyers, experienced lawyers new to the real estate law practice area, or as a refresher.
SCHEDULE
FACULTY
12:30 Registration 1:00-6:00 Seminar (includes a 15-minute break and a light snack)
TOPICS
MCLE CREDIT
4.75 HOURS (1 ETHICS) MCLE COURSE NO: 901197715 Applies to the College of the State Bar of Texas and to the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Real Estate Law.
• Basic Real Estate Documents • Understanding a Survey • Clients • Other People You Will Meet • Ethical and Practice Traps • Special Problems • Resources for a Real Estate Practice • Title Insurance • Foreclosure Basics
Course Director Michael Baucum, San Antonio Baucum Steed Barker J. Cary Barton, San Antonio Barton, East & Caldwell Stephen A. Boykin, Franklin Guaranty Title Company Rhonda G. Jolley, Boerne The Nunley Law Firm Richard Melamed, Bellaire Richard Melamed PC Rebecca Smit, Georgetown Attorney at Law
Course Director
TexasBarCLE Planning Team
Frederick J. “Fred” Biel........................................................................McAllen
Hedy Bower . ................................................................. Sr. Program Attorney Kathy Reese............................................................... Sr. Program Coordinator
Planning Committee
Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section of the State Bar of Texas
J. Alton Alsup Jr.................................................................................. Houston J. Cary Barton............................................................................... San Antonio Tommy Bastian.....................................................................................Addison Michael Baucum........................................................................... San Antonio Robert Harms Bliss.................................................................................. Dallas John C. D. Drolla, Jr................................................................................ Austin Sara E. Dysart............................................................................... San Antonio J. Mark Freeland..................................................................................McAllen Aaron Johnston Jr................................................................................... Dallas Rhonda G. Jolley................................................................................... Boerne Robert S. Ladd.................................................................................... Houston Richard Melamed.................................................................................. Bellaire Sharon Reuler......................................................................................... Dallas George A. Snell III............................................................................... Amarillo Thomas J. Walthall Jr..................................................................... San Antonio Robert “Doc” Watson............................................................................ Dallas Philip D. Weller....................................................................................... Dallas Erwin Wilbanks................................................................................... Houston
Harry W. Wolff, Jr................................................................................... Chair David A. Weatherbie........................................................Chair-Elect/Secretary Craig S. Adams..................................................................................Treasurer David W. Tomek..............................................................Immediate Past Chair
State Bar of Texas Roland Johnson................................................................................ President David Fisher........................................................................Chair of the Board Terry Tottenham........................................................................President-Elect Harper Estes.............................................................Immediate Past President Cori Harbour........................................................................... TYLA President F. R. “Buck” Files, Jr...................................................... Chair, CLE Committee John Sloan.......................................................... Chair, Board PDP Committee Michelle E. Hunter............................................................... Executive Director Patrick A. Nester.............................................................Director, TexasBarCLE
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Join us at the beautiful
JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa
The newest and largest JW Marriott resort in the world—and the first in Texas! Nestled in the Texas Hill Country on 600 acres of rolling hills of towering oak and cedar trees, clear streams, and majestic views, it features 36-holes of TPC golf and a lavish 27,000-square-foot spa. Other features include the river bluff water experience, a fitness center and studio that includes yoga and fitness classes, tennis, hiking, and biking. Want to relax and unwind? Dine at one of seven distinct hotel restaurants, ranging from cafe to fine dining to a state-of-the-art indoor/outdoor sports bar.
Join us for a challenging pre-course event:
R eal E state L aw G olf Tournament Sponsored by Roger Beasley Porsche - Austin
Wednesday, July 7 at 11 a.m. Open to all — you need not be an accomplished golfer nor a registrant of the Advanced Real Estate Law Course to enter. Fun and prizes for ALL!
Reserve a spot now! Please use this form to register for the Real Estate Law Golf Tournament. Name_________________________________________________________________________ Firm Name/Court_______________________________________________________________ Address for Bar-Related Mail_____________________________________________________ City/State/Zip__________________________________________________________________ Phone (________)_________________________________ (________)_ __________________ E-mail address_ ________________________________________________________________ Handicap or Average Score_____________________________________________ Preferred Playing Partners_______________________________________________
Fee includes golf cart, practice balls, and complete tournament services. I am paying $185 by: q Enclosed check made payable to State Bar of Texas (SEPARATE CHECK -- Do not include an amount for CLE)
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Account No.___________________________________________________________________ Name on Card (please print)______________________________________________________ Signature_ ____________________________________________________________________ If I paid with a credit card, I may fax this form to (512) 463-7387. Return to: State Bar of Texas Professional Development Attn: Dept. LB#972298, P. O. Box 972298 Dallas, TX 75397-2298 You may include the forms and payment for the tournament and the CLE course in a single envelope; see page 11 for the course registration form.
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tart your discussions about real estate law over a game of golf! Join us for a game on the new AT&T Canyons Course at the TPC San Antonio, the newest addition to the PGA Tour’s network of premier clubs. This beautiful golf course provides panoramic views of an adjacent 750 acre nature preserve. The dramatic elevation changes and hill country views make this course not only challenging, but breathtaking as well. Designed by acclaimed golf course architect, Pete Dye, the course measures more than 7,500 yards and is true to nature and the flow of the land. The championship course will not only capture your senses, but also test your skills.
OPEN TO ALL!
Real Estate Law Golf Tournament Wednesday, July 7th 11:00 a.m. Fee: $185 Rentals: $65 (includes 2 sleeves of balls)
TexasBarCLE presents the 32nd Annual
Advanced Real Estate Law Course Cosponsored by the Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section of the State Bar of Texas
Thursday
6.33 hrs including 2.75 hrs ethics
Register early and save $50!
(To save, see dates for each site below.)
Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section members can save $75! live San Antonio
July 8-10, 2010 JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa To save, register by June 24
video Dallas
August 18-20, 2010 Doubletree Campbell Center To save, register by August 4
video Houston
September 22-24, 2010 Crowne Plaza River Oaks To save, register by September 8
MCLE CREDIT
18.75 HOURS (3 ETHICS) MCLE COURSE NO: 901196334
Applies to the College of the State Bar of Texas and to the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Real Estate Law
8:00
Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:45
Welcoming Remarks and Program Introductions Course Director Frederick J. “Fred” Biel, McAllen Atlas & Hall
Case Law Update .75 hr (.25 hr ethics) David A. Weatherbie, Dallas Cramer Weatherbie Richardson
9:45
Break
9:00
10:00 Case Law Update (cont’d) .75 hr (.25 hr ethics) David A. Weatherbie, Dallas Cramer Weatherbie Richardson 10:45 Financial Action Task Force Voluntary Good Practices for Lawyers .5 hr ethics Philip D. Weller, Dallas DLA Piper US 11:15 Practicing Law and Wellness: Modern Strategies for Lawyers Dealing With Anxiety, Addiction and Depression .75 hr ethics Texas Lawyers Assistance Program 12:00 Break - lunch provided
1:15
Break
1:30
Creative Use of Mediation in Real Property Disputes .5 hr ethics Robert Harms Bliss, Dallas Attorney at Law
2:00
Texas Lis Pendens - Toward a Fairer Solution? .33 hr Steven C. Haley, Brenham Moorman, Tate, Moorman, Urquhart & Haley
The Disappearing Contractor .75 hr Thomas J. Walthall, Jr., San Antonio The Gardner Law Firm
3:05
Break
3:20
Proposed Amendments to the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of Interest to Real Estate Attorneys .5 hr ethics James H. Wallenstein, Dallas Hunton & Williams
2:20
Texas Margin Tax: Leasing Issues, Current Developments and the 2011 Texas Legislative Session .5 hr Steven D. Moore, Austin Jackson Walker
3:50
12:15
Awards Ceremony Presentations by Frederick J. “Fred” Biel, McAllen Atlas & Hall
4:20
Subleases and Assignments .5 hr J. Cary Barton, San Antonio Barton, East & Caldwell
David A. Weatherbie, Dallas Cramer Weatherbie Richardson
4:50
Adjourn to Social (live site only)
12:45 Luncheon Presentation: Emerging Trends in Real Estate .5 hr Patrick Randolph, Jr., Kansas City Professor of Law Moderator, DIRT Web Discussion Group University of Missouri Kansas City School of Law
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Friday 7.5 hrs including .25 hr ethics 7:30
Continental Breakfast
MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS (4 hrs including .25 hr ethics) COMMERCIAL REAL PROPERTY ISSUES
RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY ISSUES
Moderator David W. Tomek, Austin Attorney at Law
8:15
What Do You Do if the Other Party Goes Bankrupt? 1 hr • subdivision • lessee • lessor • general contractor
Moderator Thomas J. Walthall, Jr., San Antonio The Gardner Law Firm
Russell L. Munsch, Dallas Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr
Steve A. Peirce, San Antonio Fulbright & Jaworski
Death of Private and OwnerCarry Financing? .5 hr C. Bryan Dunklin, Dallas Law Offices of Bryan Dunklin
9:15
Loan Renewals .5 hr • secured loans • maturity dates • defaults • refinancing options
9:45
Home Equity Loans .5 hr • compliance • foreclosure • reverse mortgages
Sara E. Dysart, San Antonio Sara E. Dysart, P.C.
Lindsay L. Lambert, Houston Hughes Watters & Askanase
9:45
Common Errors in Foreclosures .5 hr (.25 hr ethics) Erwin Wilbanks, Houston Wilbanks & Wilbanks
10:15 Break 10:30 Environmental Terms in a Standard Commercial Lease Are Not What They Appear - A Better Approach .5 hr Mark McPherson, Dallas McPherson LawFirm 11:00 Receiverships .5 hr Charles E. Fiscus, Dallas Shackelford Melton & McKinley 11:30 Zoning and Land Issues in the Purchase of Distressed Properties .5 hr Paul Thomas Mann, II, Dallas Winstead 12:00 Buying, Selling, and Leasing Convenience Stores .5 hr J. Mark Freeland, McAllen Law Office of Mark Freeland
8:15 8:45 9:15
Moderator Robert “Doc” Watson, Dallas Vice President and Counsel Fidelity National Title Insurance Company Landlord/Tenant Issues: Landlord Perspective .5 hr R. David Fritsche, San Antonio Law Offices of R. David Fritsche Landlord/Tenant Issues: Tenant Perspective .5 hr G. Roland Love, Dallas Winstead
10:15 Break 10:30 How Securitization Changed Residential Foreclosures .75 hr • big lenders • federal legislation
Tommy Bastian, Addison Barrett Daffin Frappier Turner & Engel
11:15 Residential Construction Act is Gone - What Now? .75 hr Gary W. Javore, San Antonio Johnson, Christopher, Javore & Cochran 12:00 Understanding the New Federal Consumer Disclosure Rules for Home Mortgage Loan Transactions .5 hr J. Alton Alsup, Jr., Houston Brown, Fowler & Alsup 12:30 Break - lunch provided
12:30 Break - lunch provided 5
Luncheon Presentation: Cibolo Canyon Developments .5 hr Brian C. Rider, Austin Senior Real Estate Counsel Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group
1:30
Break - return to breakouts
1:00
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Friday continued AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS (3 hrs) NATURAL RESOURCES FOR THE REAL ESTATE PRACTITIONER
Donald G. Sinex, Houston Zukowski Bresenhan & Sinex
Moderator Richard Melamed, Bellaire Richard Melamed, P.C.
co-author Susan A. Stanton, Houston Zukowski Bresenhan & Sinex
1:45
3:15
Break
Water - How to Transfer It and Can It Be Severed? .75 hr Frank Z. Ruttenberg, San Antonio Winstead
3:30
Rhonda G. Jolley, Boerne The Nunley Firm
2:30
Real Estate v. Oil and Gas Developers .75 hr • who owns the streets • oil and gas surface use
Open Beaches Act and Constitutional Amendment .5 hr • who owns beach front lots • Ike Dike initiative • rolling easements • future of tidelands and Galveston Island
COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES
Current Issues in Wind Energy Law 2010 .5 hr Conflicts between wind development and oil and gas development
Roderick E. Wetsel, Sweetwater Wetsel & Carmichael
4:30
Select Deed Drafting Issues: Mineral Reservations, Quitclaims, and Correction Deeds .5 hr Stephen A. Boykin, Franklin Guaranty Title Company
5:00
Adjourn
4:00
Property Owners Association Assessments - Live and Lien .5 hr Robert D. Burton, Austin Armbrust & Brown
4:00
Richard L. Black, Austin Stewart Title Guaranty Co.
2:30
The Texas POA Primer .75 hr Tips for working with condo and homeowner associations
Sharon Reuler, Dallas Sharon Reuler, P.C.
4:30
Moderator Sharon Reuler, Dallas Sharon Reuler, P.C.
1:45
The Case of the Disappearing Developer .75 hr Lorin W. Combs, Dallas Winstead
Roy D. Hailey, Houston Butler | Hailey
Restrictive Covenants for RV and Trailer Parks .5 hr David Z. Conoly, Corpus Christi David Z. Conoly, P.C.
3:15
Break
5:00
Adjourn
Marc D. Markel, Houston Roberts Markel
3:30
Amending Restrictive Covenants .5 hr Reid C. Wilson, Houston Wilson, Cribbs & Goren
Saturday
5 hrs
7:30
Continental Breakfast
8:00
Title Examination Standards .5 hr Douglas W. Becker, San Antonio Chicago Title Insurance Co.
8:30
Proposed Texas Uniform Assignment of Rents Act .5 hr Julie Patterson Forrester, Dallas Professor of Law SMU Dedman School of Law
9:00 9:30
Escrow Agent Liability: A Trial Lawyer’s Perspective .5 hr Richard D. Yeomans, Austin Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody Real Estate Insurance Update .5 hr • new property insurance endorsements to protect a landlord’s investment in leased property • new liability insurance certificate form • dispute between mortgage lenders and insurance industry over insurance certificates
• special “green building” insurance coverages
Aaron Johnston, Jr., Dallas Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr
10:00 PID Law Update .5 hr Misty M. Ventura, Dallas K & L Gates 10:30 Break 10:45 SNDAs and Recognition Agreements .5 hr Robert S. Ladd, Houston Haynes & Boone 11:15 Green Buildings • owner’s perspectives on architect’s contracts and construction contracts • architect’s and contractor’s responses .5 hr Bruce W. Merwin, Houston Haynes and Boone
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11:45 The Texas Electronic Transactions Act Says What? .5 hr • overview of chapter 322, TBCC • emails and the Statute of Frauds • e-signature agreement • cases interpreting the Texas ETA
Kevin M. Kerr, Dallas Law Offices of Kevin M. Kerr
co-author Kason D. Kerr, Houston Bracewell & Giuliani
12:15 Deed Restrictions: What’s New, What’s Hot, and What’s Not .5 hr Keenan Lee Kolendo, Dallas Haynes and Boone 12:45 Trespass to Try Title .5 hr • adverse possession • boundary line disputes
John C. D. Drolla, Jr., Austin Law Offices of John C. D. Drolla, Jr.
1:15
Adjourn
Advanced Real Estate Strategies Course October 21-22, 2010
Attendees Praised Last Year’s Program:
Fredericksburg, Texas
• “The panel format is a very good approach and makes it more interesting and flexible.” • “Excellent seminar, very practical.” • “Liked the early start and early finish with short breaks.”
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redericksburg highlights the best of the Hill Country, from scenic vistas to fabulous shopping and restaurants, all with an accent on the area’s German heritage. Experience this beautiful area and get into a Texas state of mind as you visit places like Luckenbach where “everybody is somebody.” Take a hike at the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area where you can see one of the largest exposed underground rock formations in the U.S. Plan to spend the weekend and enjoy the Fredericksburg Wine and Food Festival, play a round of golf at the Lady Bird Johnson Golf Course, or just relax and get the royal treatment at The Living Touch Therapeutic Spa. Whatever you choose, you won’t be disappointed.
Inn on Barons Creek 308 S. Washington St., Fredericksburg, TX 866-990-0202
Reserve Your Hotel Room By September 29th A limited number of rooms have been blocked at a special rate: $119 single king/ double queens (all rooms are standard suites). Inform the hotel that you will be attending the State Bar of Texas Advanced Real Estate Strategies Course. Rooms in Fredericksburg go fast and the deadline for this discount is September 29th, unless the block of rooms fills up before then. Act Now!
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The 2010 Supplement to the Texas Real Estate Forms Manual conforms to changes from the 81st Texas Legislature, including the sunset of the Texas Residential Construction Commission. The chapters on home equity loan documents and truth-inlending documents have been significantly expanded, and the supplement features fourteen new forms.
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Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section Members Can Save $75 by registering no later than the “Register by” date for that course (thereafter, save $25); see the registration form. Not a member? To join, email sections@ texasbar.com or phone 800-204-2222, x1425. Please do not send Section membership payment with your registration fee.
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alternatives to foreclosure?
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