Real Estate Legal Summit 2017


16 Nov

27th Annual Real Estate Legal Summit

27th Annual Real Estate Legal Summit

Thursday, November 16, 2017 (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)
7.00 CE Hours
Wyndham Orlando Resort - 8001 International Dr, Orlando, Orlando, Florida

ORRA Members & Attorneys: $119

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ORRA Members & Attorneys: $119

HEAR THE LATEST UPDATES ON TODAY'S LEGAL ISSUES IN REAL ESTATE

Today's real estate market presents REALTORS® with challenges and risks. Now, more than ever, REALTORS® need to be up to date on the latest legal developments and changes so that they can minimize risks involved in doing business.

Hot Legal Hotline Questions
Joel Maxson, Florida REALTORS®
Panelists will reveal and discuss current FREC and Legal Hotline topics.

Probate
Steve Chong, Esq.
Mr. Chong will discuss the interplay between real estate and probate issues and how to avoid pitfalls.

FIRPTA
Rania Solimon, Esq.
Ms. Solimon will define FIRPTA, discuss the way it has evolved and impacted history, and share how it affects agents, buyers, and sellers in today's market.

Unlawful Inducement
Lew Oliver, Esq.
Mr. Oliver will discuss Section 8, "Unlawful Inducement", including what it actually says and what it means. He will also address how to avoid risks that can help avert costly errors.

Stopping Cyber Fraud
Sultana Haque, Esq.
Ms. Haque will discuss the different types of potential cyber breeches via business email compromise, real estate fraud, spoofed email, malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. In addition, instruction on cyber self-defense will be taught, including two-factor authentication, practicing "cyber hygiene", and what to do if fraud occurred. 

More Currently Hot Hotline Questions

Closings 101 and Common FR/BAR Hang-Ups
Andrew Fisher, Esq.
Mr. Fisher will discuss nuances, closing procedures and the new FR/BAR updates.

Medical Marijuana
Tara Tedrow, Esq.
Ms. Tedrow will discuss the state of cannabis laws in the United States, specifically in Florida, the growth of cannabis, and the impact it has on zoning, standard lease provisions, and real estate sales.

Advertising and Copyright
Kristy Harrington, Esq.
Ms. Harrington will discuss real estate cases, as well as legislation and administration changes. She will also cover team advertising, internet advertising, trademarks, and the FL Deceptive & Unfair Trade Practices Act. Further information will include copyright ownership, registration, infringement prevention, and social media policies.

Division of Real Estate/FREC Update
Juana Watkins, Esq.- Former Director, DBPR Division of Real Estate
Ms. Watkins will lecture on changes and updates with DBPR and provide information on the portions of the statutes referenced during the instruction time.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The Real Estate Legal Summit will benefit REALTORS® at all levels of experience. By hearing from experienced real estate attorneys, every participant will find answers to even the most challenging issues.

Your registration includes:
• 7 CE Specialty Credits (does not qualify for Core Law CE credits)
• 7.5 CLE Credits
• Complimentary continental breakfast and lunch
• Comprehensive reference materials
• Complimentary parking
• Meet and greet with attorneys during designated break times

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Wyndham Orlando Resort - 8001 International Dr, Orlando
Wyndham Orlando Resort - 8001 International Dr, Orlando
Orlando, FL 32819

Robert Borr, Esq.

Stephen Chong, Esq.

Andrew Fisher, Esq.
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Andrew brings to Fisher|Law over thirteen years of real estate related experience, not only as an attorney, but also as a licensed real estate broker, licensed mortgage loan originator, and as a real estate investor, all of which provide real world practical experience.

Andrew practiced real estate law at Baker & Hostetler LLP, a top firm in Orlando (and the nation), as well as commercial litigation, general business, real estate, and local government law at the Orlando law firm of Brown, Garganese, Weiss & D’Agresta P.A.

Andrew’s real estate law practice has focused on Realtor® association and multiple listing service issues and support, along with issues related to opening, running, and managing a real estate brokerage office. Andrew handles real estate closings (commercial and residential) and real estate professional issues related to DBPR and FREC.

After many years of medium and large law firm service, Andrew was feeling constrained and desired more autonomy. He decided to leave and start his own boutique law firm.

Kristy Harrington, Esq.

Joel Maxson

Joel Maxson is currently Associate General Counsel for Florida Realtors. He has been a lawyer for Florida Realtors since 2011. Prior to joining the Realtor family, he was an associate at a national law firm, where he practiced real estate law. His first job after law school was as a Judge Advocate for the United States Marine Corps, where he received a broad range of legal experience.

Lewis Oliver, Esq.
The Principal Attorney for Oliver Title Law is Lewis M. Oliver III. Lew earned his B.A.
Undergraduate Degree from Stetson University in DeLand, Florida in 1981 (summa cum laude, with highest honors), and his J.D. Law Degree from Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C in 1984 (cum laude, with honors).

Lew has been a Member of the Florida Bar in good standing continuously since 1985. He has focused his entire 30+ year career on real estate and related matters. He regularly teaches seminars to Buyers, Sellers, Lenders and Realtors. He has conducted THOUSANDS of real estate closings over the years.

Lew is one of the Top 1% Largest Title Agents in Florida.

Rania Soliman, Esq.

Tara Tedrow


Tara Tedrow is a senior associate at Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, P.A. and the Co-Chair of the Cannabis & Controlled Substances Group. Tara’s practice focuses on land use and development, as she works with clients statewide on entitling projects for commercial, residential, industrial, office, and mixed uses. The other side of Tara’s practice entails working with clients in complex regulated industries such as alcoholic beverage and medical marijuana licensing. Tara is a regular presenter and speaker at industry seminars and conferences and advises a variety of clients on the impacts of marijuana regulations. Tara works with physicians, lenders, real estate developers, landlords, ancillary service providers, licensed Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license applicants, helping them to navigate the ever changing regulatory landscape of marijuana. In the fall of 2018, Tara will be an adjunct professor at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where she will be the first in the State to teach a course on Medical Marijuana Law and Policy.

Juana Watkins

Lee V. Mangold
Dr. Mangold is a computer and information security consultant, engineer and executive.  His focus is on helping businesses improve their own technology operations rather than extensively worrying about security. 

Lee has over 20 years consulting for public and private organizations of all sizes, including the U.S. Government.  He has been published in numerous industry and academic journals and presented around the world on various security topics.  Lee is also a director and volunteer for several security non-profit organizations across Florida, including the Florida Cyber Alliance, a 501(c)(3) public charity. 

Dr. Mangold's education includes a Doctorate in computer and information security, MBA in computer science and BSACS in computer science. 

Forfeiture of registration fee for cancellations within 3 days of program date or for no shows.   If you wish to cancel your registration, please contact ORRA's Professional Development Department at 407.513.7268 or e-mail education@orlandorealtors.org. Thank you.