The 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference, organized by the American Bar Association's Section of Real Property, Trust and Estate Law, is scheduled to take place from April 29 to May 1, 2026, at the Loews Hotel in Chicago, Illinois. This premier event brings together legal professionals specializing in real property, trust, and estate law to discuss current issues, trends, and best practices in the field.
The conference will feature a comprehensive agenda covering a wide range of topics pertinent to real property and estate law. Attendees can expect sessions on estate planning, trust administration, real estate transactions, and emerging legal challenges. Notable sessions include "Challenges and Opportunities: State Taxation of Trusts," presented by David Berek on April 30, 2026, from 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. CT, and "Promises, Perceptions & Power: Legal Challenges in Common Interest Communities," featuring Randy Roussel and Paxson Guest on April 30, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. CT.
In addition to educational sessions, the conference offers ample networking opportunities, including an on-site expo where attendees can connect with sponsors and exhibitors. The event also provides Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits, with specific details on the number of credits available to be confirmed closer to the event date.
This conference is ideal for attorneys, paralegals, and other legal professionals specializing in real property, trust, and estate law. It offers a platform to stay updated on the latest developments, enhance professional skills, and network with peers and industry leaders.
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Speakers(12)
Bri Loughlin Johnson
Program Chair / Moderator at Perkins Coie LLP
Bri Loughlin Johnson serves as the Program Chair and Moderator for the 'Fair (Market) Warning: This is Not a Final Determination - Practical Advice from Tax Litigators' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Bryanna Frazier
Program Chair at B. Frazier Consulting LLC
Bryanna Frazier is the Program Chair for the 'Beyond the Headlines: A Call to Action for Real Estate and Probate Attorneys for Tackling Heirs Property' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Christina Jenkins
Program Chair / Moderator at Christina Jenkins PLLC
Christina Jenkins serves as the Program Chair and Moderator for the 'Beyond the Headlines: A Call to Action for Real Estate and Probate Attorneys for Tackling Heirs Property' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Claire N. Carrabba
Program Chair / Moderator at Dungey Dougherty PLLC
Claire N. Carrabba serves as the Program Chair and Moderator for 'The Top Ten 1041 Mistakes Made by Attorneys' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Emma W. Smith
Speaker at Comiter Singer
Emma W. Smith is a speaker at the 'Fair (Market) Warning: This is Not a Final Determination - Practical Advice from Tax Litigators' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Jane Sternecky
Speaker at Uniform Law Committee
Jane Sternecky is a speaker at the 'Beyond the Headlines: A Call to Action for Real Estate and Probate Attorneys for Tackling Heirs Property' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Markus D. Reneau
Speaker at The Center for Heirs Property Preservation
Markus D. Reneau is a speaker at the 'Beyond the Headlines: A Call to Action for Real Estate and Probate Attorneys for Tackling Heirs Property' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Nicholas K. Davidson
Speaker at EY Private
Nicholas K. Davidson is a speaker at 'The Top Ten 1041 Mistakes Made by Attorneys' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Raj A. Malviya
Speaker at Miller Johnson
Raj A. Malviya is a speaker at 'The Top Ten 1041 Mistakes Made by Attorneys' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Thomas Mitchell
Speaker at Boston College Law School
Thomas Mitchell is a speaker at the 'Beyond the Headlines: A Call to Action for Real Estate and Probate Attorneys for Tackling Heirs Property' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Travis Harms
Speaker at Mercer Capital
Travis Harms is a speaker at the 'Fair (Market) Warning: This is Not a Final Determination - Practical Advice from Tax Litigators' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Tyler Murray
Speaker at Baker Botts
Tyler Murray is a speaker at the 'Fair (Market) Warning: This is Not a Final Determination - Practical Advice from Tax Litigators' session at the 38th Annual RPTE National CLE Conference.
Event Details
- Date
- April 29 - May 1, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Loews Hotel
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Attorneys, paralegals, and legal professionals specializing in real property, trust, and estate law.
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending