PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Real estate is one of the top four areas of law resulting in Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission grievances filed against attorneys. This program discusses common situations that pose ethical dilemmas for the real estate practitioner and the relevant Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct. Examples include the following:
- Representing multiple parties to a real estate transaction;
- Taking referrals from real estate brokers/agents;
- Deed preparation;
- Acting as title agent; and
- Acting as escrow agent.
The program also includes a review the following ethics references:
- Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct;
- Illinois State Bar Association Ethics Opinions; and
- Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission Opinions.
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ATG’s remote-learning system enables you to participate in MCLE without leaving your office. Register via e-mail. No software downloads or cumbersome add-ons — just a Flash-enabled* web browser, which you probably already have! Click here for more information.
*NOTE: After May 19, 2008, users must update their Flash Player to version 9 or greater. To install Adobe Flash Player version 9, click here.
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CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION INFORMATION:
ATG is an Illinois Accredited Continuing Legal Education Provider. This program qualifies for 2.0 hours of MCLE Professional Responsibility credit in Illinois.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
ATG member attorneys and agents; real estate attorneys.
ATTENDEE RATES:
The following per person rates apply for this program:
- $50 | Active ATG member attorneys (*issued and remitted at least one policy during the current year)
- $25 | Paralegals and staff employed by active ATG member attorneys
- $95 | Inactive ATG member attorneys and their paralegals and staff; non-member attorneys; others
Take this program and Ethical Issues for Estate Planning Lawyers to meet the 4.00-hour MCLE Professional Responsibility requirement and receive a $10 discount!
ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
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REGISTER:
On-Line Form
Each person attending must register separately. You will need external speakers or headphones (see requirements).
Learn more:
About ATG
Subsidiaries
Benefits of ATG Membership
Membership Application Form
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