This CLE webinar will provide guidance for counsel to local governments on how to lawfully regulate the display of political signs and public employee campaigning on municipal property--without violating federal and state constitutions. Read More

Speakers:  Elena Q. Gerli, Partner, Aleshire & Wynder • Alan C. Weinstein, JD, Director of Law & Public Policy Program, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs at Cleveland State University

This CLE webinar will offer practical guidance for counsel advising local governments on ways to avoid Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) claims. The program will discuss recent trends in RLUIPA claims and litigation, examine ways to avoid RLUIPA claims, and consider vario... Read More

Speakers:  Karla L. Chaffee, Atty, Robinson & Cole • Diana E. Neeves, Atty, Robinson & Cole • Evan J. Seeman, Counsel, Robinson & Cole

This CLE webinar will examine the bevy of "pay-to-play" rules and their impact on contracts with state and local government entities. The panel will also discuss current trends in enforcement, and compliance best practices. Read More

Speakers:  Mitchell D. Holzrichter, Partner, Mayer Brown • Patricia M. Zweibel, Counsel, Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom

This CLE webinar will prepare municipal attorneys to identify and confront complicated issues related to the installation of wireless telecommunication facilities in the public right of way (ROW). The panel will examine the latest trends in the types of wireless technologies that companies are seeki... Read More

Speakers:  Anita T. Gallucci, Atty, Boardman & Clark • Eric J. Larson, Shareholder, Municipal Law & Litigation Group

This CLE webinar will provide local government counsel with guidance on addressing the issues presented by freight and passenger railroads that run through cities. The panel will provide an overview of the federal regulatory scheme governing the railroad industry; discuss strategies for exercising l... Read More

Speakers:  Michael N. Conneran, Partner, Hanson Bridgett • John D. Heffner, Of Counsel, Strasburger & Price • Charles A. Spitulnik, Partner, Kaplan Kirsch Rockwell

This CLE webinar will examine unique legal issues for municipalities when developing and enforcing social media policies. The panel will review the latest legal developments, explore future trends, and highlight potential pitfalls. Read More

Speakers:  Eric M. Brown, Partner, Siana Bellwoar & McAndrew • Brian J. Lamoureux, Partner, Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O'Gara

This CLE webinar will provide guidance to municipal attorneys for negotiating cable television franchise agreements and renewals on behalf of local governments. The panel will examine the latest Federal Communications Commission (FCC) cable franchise orders, trends in the cable industry, key legal c... Read More

Speakers:  Michael Bradley, Partner, Bradley Berkland Hagen & Herbst • Daniel S. Cohen, Founder, Cohen Law Group • Brian T. Grogan, Atty, Moss & Barnett

This CLE webinar will offer guidance to both private and local government attorneys negotiating development agreements with private parties. The panel will discuss key terms to include to ensure effective implementation and protect against challenges to the agreements. Read More

Speakers:  Rob Killen, Shareholder, Kaufman & Killen • Sarah M. Rockwell, Partner, Kaplan Kirsch & Rockwell

This CLE webinar will provide guidance to local government attorneys for grappling with complex policy choices and legal issues regarding the regulation of signs and billboards. The panel will review the latest court decisions and legal implications of regulating signs and billboards through local o... Read More

Speakers:  Katharine A. Coffey, Partner, Day Pitney • Christopher John Stracco, Partner, Day Pitney

This CLE webinar will prepare counsel to identify and address complex issues relating to both small cell and traditional cell tower applications and leases, zoning regulations, and revenue considerations. The panel will focus on both regulatory compliance as well as negotiating and structuring site... Read More

Speakers:  Gerard L. Lederer, Partner, Best Best & Krieger • Joseph Van Eaton, Partner, Best Best & Krieger

This CLE webinar will provide guidance to municipal attorneys for drafting and enforcing codes of ethics regulating the conduct of public officials. The panel will discuss considerations for determining whether to address ethics standards in an ordinance, charter or resolution; key provisions that s... Read More

Speakers:  Meredith Ladd, City Attorney, City of Carrollton • William John Kearns, Jr., Of Counsel, Helmer Conley & Kasselman

This CLE webinar will provide guidance to municipal attorneys for avoiding and defending inverse condemnation claims brought by property owners alleging the government's actions or inaction constitute a "taking" of private property without just compensation. The panel will discuss how courts are rul... Read More

Speakers:  William E. Adams, Partner, Nossaman • June S. Ailin, Partner, Aleshire & Wynder • Mary Colchin Johndroe, Partner, Cantey Hanger

This CLE webinar will provide guidance to municipal attorneys on developing and administering effective policies and procedures regarding public record requests. The panel will discuss the latest developments in federal, state and local laws addressing public access to government records, the impact... Read More

Speakers:  Kevin D. Batt, Counsel, Anderson & Kreiger • Gary W. Schons, Of Counsel, Best Best & Krieger

This CLE webinar will examine several developments in municipal bond regulation and in enforcement actions by the SEC's Public Finance Abuse Unit. The panel will provide municipal bond lawyers, municipal advisors, and other practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of duties of their clients... Read More

Speakers:  Robert W. Doty, President/Proprietor, AGFS • Elaine C. Greenberg, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig

This CLE webinar will provide guidance to municipal attorneys for grappling with the complex legal and policy challenges of regulating community residences for people with disabilities under the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as the impact of statewide zoni... Read More

Speakers:  Daniel Lauber, AICP, Law Office of Daniel Lauber • Henry C. Luthin, First Assistant Corporation Counsel, City of Boston

This CLE webinar will discuss the elements of municipal liability under Section 1983 and the difference between individual, supervisory and municipal liability, including the definition of a "person" and "acting under color of state law." The program will discuss latest cases, trends, and strategies... Read More

Speakers:  Samuel C. Hall, Jr., Shareholder, Crivello Carlson • Sara C. Mills, Atty, Crivello Carlson • Rhonda R. Stowers, Senior Attorney, Plunkett Cooney

The CLE webinar will provide guidance to municipal and insurance defense attorneys for defending cases filed against municipalities that involve vehicular liability, premises liability and other common municipal liability claims based on negligence. The panel will review the strict procedural requir... Read More

Speakers:  Jay H. Krulewitch, Founder, Jay H. Krulewitch Law • Diane B. Sher, Esq., Fineman Krekstein & Harris

This CLE webinar for local government counsel will explore issues facing municipalities due to increased use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)--or drones. The panel will discuss current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations regarding drones, preemption issues that local governments must... Read More

Speakers:  Derke J. Price, Equity Partner, Ancel Glink Diamond Bush DiCianni & Krafthefer • Jeffrey Antonelli, Antonelli Law • Joanna L. Simon, Morrison & Foerster

This CLE webinar will provide knowledge to municipal attorneys on how to use land banks for urban renewal projects. The program will discuss current trends in municipal use of land banks, how to structure and implement a land bank, financing mechanisms for land bank activities, and partnering with n... Read More

Speakers:  Brent O. Denzin, Partner, Ancel Glink Diamond Bush Dicianni & Krafthefer • Kristopher (Kip) Wahlers, Partner, Ice Miller

This CLE webinar will help counsel to local governments face the challenges--and leverage the financial and control opportunities--presented by the rise of the "sharing economy." The panel will address the legal and regulatory issues raised by peer-to-peer businesses like Uber, Lyft, Airbnb and Home... Read More

Speakers:  Jordan E.A. Ferguson, Esq., Best Best & Krieger • Christy Gunvalsen, Neighborhood Preservation Manager, City of Sunnyvale • Rebecca L. Moon, Senior Assistant City Attorney, City of Sunnyvale

This CLE webinar will provide guidance for counsel to municipalities on renewable energy projects, the risks and benefits of municipal power purchase agreements (PPAs), and PPA structures. The panel will assist municipal counsel in identifying and understanding critical terms and effectively negotia... Read More

Speakers:  Paul R. Michaud, Counsel, Murtha Cullina • David A. Soldani, Partner, Atkinson Andelson Loya Ruud & Romo

This CLE webinar will provide guidance to municipal counsel on the latest developments in the use of exactions and impact fees to fund infrastructure. Attendees will benefit from an analysis of the impact of the Koontz decision, how the legal standards now apply to monetary exactions and more. Read More

Speakers:  Rob Killen, Shareholder, Kaufman & Killen • Deborah Rosenthal, Partner, Sheppard Mullin

This CLE webinar will equip municipal lawyers with guidance on navigating the new, complex maze of municipal advisor registration and exemption rules. The panel will discuss the SEC's regulatory framework, MSRB guidance and best practices in the muni-bond market going forward. Read More

Speakers:  David Y. Bannard, Partner, Foley & Lardner • Ellen L. Marks, Partner, Latham & Watkins • Stephen P. Wink, Partner, Latham & Watkins

This CLE webinar will provide municipal counsel with guidance on developing a comprehensive social media policy. The panel will discuss legal issues particular to municipalities when creating and enforcing social media policies, review legal developments, explore future trends, and highlight potenti... Read More

Speakers:  Alan J. Bojorquez, Principal, Bojorquez Law Firm • Brian J. Lamoureux, Partner, Pannone Lopes Devereaux & West

This CLE webinar will provide local government counsel with a review of why, when, what and whom to license for adult business; licensing application content and review criteria; general physical design standards; and operating standards. The panel will discuss approaches to stay within First Amendm... Read More

Speakers:  Eric D. Kelly, Ph.D., FAICP • Connie B. Cooper, FAICP, Cooper Consulting Company

This CLE webinar will provide local government counsel with an overview of major recent changes in federal laws, regulations and case law that affect local land use decisions and real estate development. The panel will discuss wetlands, floodplain regulations, climate change, the ADA, RLUIPA and mor... Read More

Speakers:  Deborah Rosenthal, Partner, Sheppard Mullin • Neil McAliley, Partner, White & Case • Michael Hansen, Associate, Sheppard Mullin

This CLE webinar will provide municipal legal advisors with a thorough review of the legal ethics issues for counsel representing government agencies. The panel will outline practical solutions to the issues concerning recusal, conflict of interest and government immunity. Read More

Speakers:  Michael P. Donaldson, Shareholder, Carlton Fields • Robert H. Thomas, Director, Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert • Patricia E. Salkin, Associate Dean and Director, Government Law Center, Albany Law School • Michael T. Kamprath, Atty, Thresher & Thresher

This CLE webinar will offer practical guidance for counsel advising local governments on ways to avoid Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act claims. The panel will explain approaches to defend against RLUIPA suits once a claim has been filed. Read More

Speakers:  Dwight H. Merriam, Partner, Robinson & Cole • Hiram B. Carey, III, Partner, Robinson & Cole • William J. Kelleher, III, Partner, Robinson & Cole • John R. Bauer, Counsel, Robinson & Cole • Karla L. Chaffee, Atty, Robinson & Cole • Evan J. Seeman, Atty, Robinson & Cole • Marci A. Hamilton, Paul R. Verkuil Chair in Public Law, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University

This CLE webinar will provide counsel for local governments with a review of challenges in bringing or defending government actions. The panel will explain the different types of immunities, analyze recent cases, and discuss approaches for handling and raising objections to this type of action. Read More

Speakers:  Terrence L. Dunst, Shareholder, Bakke Norman • Robin A. Melvin, Shareholder, Graves Dougherty Hearon & Moody • C. David Dietz, Assistant Ramsey County Atty, Ramsey County Attorney's Office

This CLE webinar will examine challenges facing municipalities as they plan for, regulate and operate right of way projects for public utilities. The panel will analyze recent cases where the power to condemn has been challenged and discuss strategies for handling and raising objections to a taking. Read More

Speakers:  Robert H. Thomas, Director, Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert • Mark M. Murakami, Director, Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert • Anthony Della Pelle, Partner, McKirdy & Riskin • J. Casey Pipes, Partner, Helmsing Leach Herlong Newman & Rouse • Rick E. Rayl, Partner, Nossaman • Bradford B. Kuhn, Atty, Nossaman

This CLE webinar will prepare counsel to municipalities to mitigate the burdens and take advantage of opportunities in foreclosed, abandoned and distressed property through implementation of ordinances, properly managing judicial and administrative proceedings, and effectively utilizing land banks,... Read More

Speakers:  Julie A. Tappendorf, Partner, Ancel Glink Diamond Bush DiCianni & Krafthefer • Dwight H. Merriam, Partner, Robinson & Cole • David S. Silverman, Partner, Ancel Glink Diamond Bush DiCianni & Krafthefer

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Speakers:  John Pestle, Partner, Varnum Riddering Schmidt & Howlett • Tim Lundgren, Partner, Varnum Riddering Schmidt & Howlett