Local Government Law

Municipal Law: Advanced Issues and Answers

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Arizona CLE Approved 6 Total
California CLE Approved 6 Total
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Connecticut CLE Approved 6 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 6 Total
Florida CLE Approved 7 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 6 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 6 Total
Iowa CLE Approved 6 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 6 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 6 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 7 Total
Kentucky CLE Approved 6 Total
Maine CLE Approved 6 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 6 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 6 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 6 Total
Mississippi CLE Approved 6 Total
Montana CLE Approved 6 Total
North Carolina CLE Approved 6 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 6 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 6 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 6 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 7.2 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 6 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 6 Total
New York CLE Approved 7 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 6 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 7 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 6 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 6 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 6 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 6 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 6 Total
Texas CLE Approved 6 Total
Utah CLE Approved 6 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 6 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 6 Total
Washington CLE Approved 0 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 7 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 7.2 Total
Wyoming CLE Approved 6 Total
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6 hours
Benjamin Tate
Ashley Ulbricht
Frederic Knaak
Usman Mohammad
Matthew Miller-Novak
Jason Holleman
With Benjamin L. Tate from Withey Morris Baugh, PLC + 5 others
Coming Soon! OnDemand recording will be available on February 19, 2026.
Product ID 101543

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Overview

The Most Effective Techniques for Tackling Complex Municipal Law Issues

In this full-day program, our esteemed practitioners dish out tried-and-true solutions for resolving the top municipal law problems that attorneys encounter. Freeze municipal employment and labor relations issues in their tracks, explore the dos and don'ts of using AI to streamline public record review, and more. Outsmart municipal legal hurdles - register today!

  • Discover the impact of federal government updates on local governments.
  • Get up to speed on the latest land use and zoning issues.
  • Find out how to deal with complex municipal employment challenges.
  • Uncover practical guidance for responding to Section 1983 claims.
  • Gain tips for minimizing cybersecurity risks related to public records.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Advanced Analysis of Federal Changes Shaping Local Government Operations
  2. Hot-Button Land Use and Zoning Issues: Strategies for Municipal Counsel
  3. Dealing With Municipal Employment and Labor Relations Challenges
  4. Section 1983 Claims, Police Reform, and Municipal Liability Risks
  5. AI, Blockchain, and Cybersecurity Risks in Public Records and E-Government
  6. Steering Clear of Ethics Traps in Municipal Legal Practice
Product ID 101543

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 6 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 6 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 6 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 6 Total
California CLE Approved 6 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 7 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 6 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 6 Total
Florida CLE Approved 7 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 6 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 6 Total
Iowa CLE Approved 6 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 6 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 6 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 7 Total
Kentucky CLE Approved 6 Total
Maine CLE Approved 6 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 6 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 6 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 6 Total
Mississippi CLE Approved 6 Total
Montana CLE Approved 6 Total
North Carolina CLE Approved 6 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 6 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 6 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 6 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 7.2 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 6 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 6 Total
New York CLE Approved 7 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 6 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 7 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 6 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 6 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 6 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 6 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 6 Total
Texas CLE Approved 6 Total
Utah CLE Approved 6 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 6 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 6 Total
Washington CLE Approved 0 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 7 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 7.2 Total
Wyoming CLE Approved 6 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Advanced Analysis of Federal Changes Shaping Local Government Operations

  2. Hot-Button Land Use and Zoning Issues: Strategies for Municipal Counsel

  3. Dealing With Municipal Employment and Labor Relations Challenges

  4. Section 1983 Claims, Police Reform, and Municipal Liability Risks

  5. AI, Blockchain, and Cybersecurity Risks in Public Records and E-Government

  6. Steering Clear of Ethics Traps in Municipal Legal Practice

    1. Inadvertent Disclosures of Sensitive Information in Emails: Top Risks
    2. Managing Conflicts That Arise Between Municipal Departments and Elected Officials
    3. Whistleblowing: Duty to Report?
    4. Maintaining Impartiality While Advising on Politically Sensitive Projects

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. Government officials and paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

Benjamin L Tate
Benjamin L.
Tate
Withey Morris Baugh, PLC
Ashley M Ulbricht
Ashley M.
Ulbricht
Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Frederic W Knaak
Frederic W.
Knaak
HKB Law, P.A.
Usman Mohammad
Usman
Mohammad
Kostelanetz LLP
Matthew E Miller-Novak
Matthew E.
Miller-Novak
Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office Civil Division
Jason D Holleman
Jason D.
Holleman
Holleman Law Group
Speaker bio
Benjamin L Tate

Benjamin L. Tate

Withey Morris Baugh, PLC
Benjamin Tate

is a land use and zoning attorney with Withey Morris Baugh, PLC. A second generation Arizona native with deep roots in the Valley, he uses his extensive knowledge of development processes in municipalities and counties across the Valley and Arizona to guide developers and property owners through every aspect of real estate development, from land use entitlements and zoning to site plan and design review. A problem-solver by nature, Mr. Tate works with his clients to effectively design and position development projects to anticipate and address potential issues, and leverages his relationships with community leaders, municipal staff, and elected officials to build the consensus that is essential for a successful project. He has been recognized by his peers for excellence in the field of land use and zoning law multiple times, including Best Lawyers Ones to Watch and Southwest Super Lawyers Rising Stars.

Speaker bio
Ashley M Ulbricht

Ashley M. Ulbricht

Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Ashley Ulbricht

focuses her practice on representing clients in all aspects of municipal law. She has substantial background in handling land use and zoning, real estate, and general civil litigation matters, and advises her clients concerning public-private partnerships, development, municipal utility and telecommunications, construction project management and bid processes, code enforcement litigation, public safety discipline and investigations, ?1983 litigation and public safety risk management, police and fire union contract negotiation, public law contract negotiation, and municipal employment law. Prior to joining Taft, Ms. Ulbricht served as city attorney for the City of Carmel, Indiana and general counsel to the Carmel Redevelopment Commission. She earned her B.S. degree from Saint Mary's College, University of Notre Dame and her J.D. degree from the Valparaiso University School of Law. Ms. Ulbricht is a member of the Indiana Municipal Lawyers Association, where she has previously served as a member of the Litigation Committee and AIM Utilities Policy Committee. She is also a member of the International Municipal Lawyers Association and serves as the Indiana State Chair.

Speaker bio
Frederic W Knaak

Frederic W. Knaak

HKB Law, P.A.
Frederic Knaak

is a partner in the law firm HKB Law, P.A. Recently, he has moved that practice into North Star Law Group in St. Paul, Minnesota, where he heads the municipal law group. Mr. Knaak has represented cities and other local units of government for more than 45 years. His practice includes real estate, zoning and land use, municipal law, public and election law, including substantial trial and appellate litigation experience state and federal courts. For ten years, Mr. Knaak served in the Minnesota Senate, representing a suburban district northeast of St. Paul. He was the Minority Floor Leader, and served during his entire tenure on the Data Practices Subcommittee, where he was directly involved in the drafting and amending of the Minnesota Data Practices Act and the Open Meeting Law of that state. People in Minnesota may recognize Mr. Knaak as a regular political panelist on the Public Television Almanac program. He was also lead attorney in the United States Senate election recount in Minnesota in 2008. In addition, Mr. Knaak was recently appointed to the Criminal and Juvenile Information Policy Advisory Group.

Speaker bio
Usman Mohammad

Usman Mohammad

Kostelanetz LLP
Usman Mohammad

is counsel at the New York City office of Kostelanetz LLP. His practice includes New York City and state government procurement matters, civil and criminal tax controversies including tax whistleblower matters, and commercial litigation. Mr. Mohammad has litigated cases in a variety of forums, including New York State Court, federal district courts, U.S. Tax Court and AAA and private party arbitrations. He has extensive experience with government procurement award protests, Article 78 proceedings involving procurement matters, foreign asset reporting issues, IRS responsible person and trust fund recovery penalty matters, IRS whistleblower matters, and IRS collection cases. Mr. Mohammad earned his B.A. degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1995, and graduated cum laude and Order of the Coif (top 10 percent) from the University of Michigan Law School in 1998. He was the associate editor of the Michigan Law Review from 1996 to 1997, and an executive editor from 1997 to 1998. Mr. Mohammad joined Kostelanetz LLP in 2000.

Speaker bio
Matthew E Miller-Novak

Matthew E. Miller-Novak

Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office Civil Division
Matthew Miller-Novak

earned his J.D. degree from Chase School of Law, his Master of Fine Arts degree in painting from the University of Cincinnati, and his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from Youngstown State University. He first moved to Cincinnati in 2001 to study painting at the University of Cincinnati after marrying his wife Jamie. Jamie began teaching high school English in the Three Rivers School District, and Mr. Miller-Novak began teaching painting and drawing at Northern Kentucky University while exhibiting his art regionally and nationally. He soon developed an interest in local government and began getting involved in campaigns and other community service. Mr. Miller-Novak decided to stop teaching and attend law school. Upon his admission at Chase Law, he focused his studies on constitutional jurisprudence and employment discrimination. He graduated cum laude, and he received honors for his trial advocacy skills and legal writing. In addition, Mr. Miller-Novak published two law review articles and spoke at Whittier Law School regarding employment matters in 2014. He is now focusing his practice on employment matters, government accountability, business law, and civil litigation. He is currently assistant prosecutor in Hamilton County, Ohio.

Speaker bio
Jason D Holleman

Jason D. Holleman

Holleman Law Group
Jason Holleman

is principal at Holleman Law Group, where he focuses primarily on land use and zoning, state and local government regulation and licensing, property disputes, condemnation, and civil litigation. He is a current member of the Tennessee Municipal Attorneys Association. Mr. Holleman earned his Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude, from Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. He subsequently earned his J.D. degree from Tulane University School of Law in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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