California MCLE - Construction Law Courses
This is a listing of Construction Law CLE Courses for California. Please make your selection below of California CLE courses. Click "Add To Cart" to purchase Individual CLE Courses. For more information about a particular CLE course, click on the "More Info" link. Click the "Preview" button to view a short preview of the course.
California MCLE
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Do's and Don'ts for Zoning Hearings
Public hearings are essential forums for community involvement, especially in the context of zoning and land use decisions. But what exactly distinguishes a public hearing from a public meeting? This CLE program delves into the critical role of public hearings, offering a comprehensive understanding of their necessity and function. Led by a seasoned land use attorney—who brings the unique perspective of a former planning commissioner and current elected official—this seminar provides in... More Info
$291General Credit -
Defying Limits: Breaking the Boundaries of Adverse Possession
Adverse possession is a legal concept that you might remember from law school but haven't thought much about since. It’s an ancient principle that's been around for thousands of years, and it's likely to endure as long as people own land. Essentially, if certain conditions are met, someone can acquire ownership of property without buying it or going to court. This CLE course dives into the intricacies of adverse possession, focusing on its role in litigation. You’ll learn about the key... More Info
$552General Credits -
The NYC Board of Standards and Appeals: How to File an Application
Seeking a zoning variance requires one to file an application with the NYC Board of Standards and Appeals. First established in 1961, NYC Zoning regulations made certain tax lots regulated and need relief. The BSA was created to provide this type of relief in the case of overregulated properties. This CLE course will offer a detailed explanation of the application process for a variance, which is targeted to a single tax lot, not multiple lots, and which serves to alleviate a zoning i... More Info
$552General Credits -
Basic Zoning for Large Cities: How to Determine Allowable Use, Size, and Height
This CLE course will offer an overview of the basic zoning regulations for large US cities. The regulations to be discussed assign zoning designations for taxation purposes and divide lots which determine: 1) Permitted uses 2) Maximum building size 3) Maximum building height 4) Required open space (i.e. front and back yards) Typical charts, tables and maps that contain these regulations will be presented and methods for the modification of a tax lot’... More Info
$552General Credits -
Municipal Law: General Civil Overview
Many people may not realize the significant impact of municipal law on our day-to-day lives. Municipal lawyers play a crucial role in serving various municipal entities, such as cities, towns, boroughs, counties, and special districts. In their practice, municipal attorneys handle a wide spectrum of legal matters, ranging from advising governing authorities to defending against legal claims brought against the municipality. They are also involved in drafting ordinances and managing contracts f... More Info
$291General Credit -
Building a Case to Best Serve the Client: Mediation and Arbitration of Multi-Party Construction Law Claims
This informative CLE will address a variety of issues related to the challenges presented in Multi-Party Construction Litigation cases. The course will explain how to best prepare a client/carrier for mediation and offer tips for use of documents. The course will also explain how to use a well-drafted mediation statement in order to prepare the mediator for the challenges presented by the matter at hand. Strategies for offers of settlement, as well as some hybrid options for money and... More Info
$291General Credit -
A Guide To Navigating The Maze Of New York City Zoning And Land Use
Zoning and land-use are typically complex areas, and in New York City even more so. This CLE course will offer a detailed introduction to zoning and land use with a focus on New York City. The course will include discussions of the use, bulk and parking regulations of the Zoning Resolution, as well as present issues such as the transfer of "air rights", mandatory affordable housing, and continuation of non-conforming uses and discretionary approvals, including re-zoning special permits... More Info
$291General Credit -
Don’t Get Caught Without A Contractor’s License: The Downfalls and Damages of Working Without a License
Violating license requirements can have serious consequences for contractors. The penalties tend to be severe and do not allow for equitable remedies. This CLE course will offer a basic overview of the rules in California and explain the consequences for contractors operating without one. The course will review the purpose of the licensing laws and how they are applied to contractors and those who perform construction services as well as exemptions to applicability. Recent case law c... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Post Disaster Insurance Resolution
Losing your home or business can feel like an irrecoverable loss. And on top of everything, there are thousands of decisions that need to be made in the wake of such a tragedy. This CLE course will help attorneys to better advise property owners throughout the insurance claim process. The course will offer a comprehensive understanding of the many opportunities and challenges as they restore their property and livelihood. The course will present a detailed overview of recovery in the s... More Info
$291General Credit -
The Intersection of Cannabis Law, Real Estate, and Local Government Policy
Cannabis law generally brings to mind regulatory, transactional and possibly even litigation and M&A. However the most challenging aspect of cannabis law is actually real estate, as all cannabis businesses are tied to a piece of land and are thereby dictated by state and local regulations which guide eligibility. With local land use, real estate transactions and complex leaseback agreements combined with the intricacy of landlord/tenant issues, municipal land use attorneys, real estate... More Info
$291General Credit
