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Implicit Bias in Zoning and Real Estate

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1 hours 1 minute
James Freeman
Sean Scoopmire
With James F. Freeman III from Swanson Bernard, LLC + 1 other
Recorded March 19, 2026.
Product ID 101673

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Overview

Practice-Specific Strategies for Promoting Equity and Inclusion

Zoning laws, lending practices, and other mechanisms have historically perpetuated social and economic disparities in real estate. Though the law has changed, issues and remnants yet persist. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to recognize, understand, and overcome implicit bias in zoning and real estate practices. Delve into the historical context, current challenges, and practical solutions to promote equity and inclusion through your practice - register today!

  • Understand the damage that zoning laws have done to marginalized communities and how modern practices can help rectify past wrongs.
  • Learn to identify and address various sources and forms of bias in real estate transactions.
  • Explore the enduring impacts of historical and discriminatory restrictive covenants.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Overcoming Implicit Bias in Zoning
    1. Legal History
    2. How Zoning Can Create Inequities
    3. Regional General Welfare
    4. Inclusionary Zoning
    5. State Responses (Zoning Review, Missing Middle Reforms, Inclusionary Zoning Authority)
  2. Identifying and Combating Bias in Real Estate Transactions
    1. Bias in Lending
    2. Bias in Appraisals, Property Valuation, and Insurance
    3. Lingering Effects of Discriminatory Covenants and Restrictions
    4. Bias and Discrimination in Leasing
    5. Signs of Implicit Bias in Legal and Real Estate Professionals

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Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 1 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 1 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 1 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 1 Total
California CLE Approved 1 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 1 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 1 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 1 Total
Florida CLE Approved 1 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 1 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1 Total
Iowa CLE Approved 1 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 1 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 1 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 1 Total
Kentucky CLE Approved 1 Total
Louisiana CLE Approved 1 Total
Maine CLE Approved 1 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 1 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 1.2 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 1 Total
Mississippi CLE Approved 1 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1 Total
North Carolina CLE Approved 1 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 1 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 1.2 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 1 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 1 Total
New York CLE Approved 1 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 1 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 1 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 1 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1 Total
Rhode Island CLE Approved 1 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 1 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1 Total
Texas CLE Approved 1 Total
Utah CLE Approved 1 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 1 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 1 Total
Washington CLE Approved 1 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 1 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 1.2 Total
Wyoming CLE Approved 1 Total
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  1. Implicit Bias in Zoning and Real Estate

    1. Overcoming Implicit Bias in Zoning
      1. Legal History
      2. How Zoning Can Create Inequities
      3. Regional General Welfare
      4. Inclusionary Zoning
      5. State Responses (Zoning Review, Missing Middle Reforms, Inclusionary Zoning Authority)
    2. Identifying and Combating Bias in Real Estate Transactions
      1. Bias in Lending
      2. Bias in Appraisals, Property Valuation, and Insurance
      3. Lingering Effects of Discriminatory Covenants and Restrictions
      4. Bias and Discrimination in Leasing
      5. Signs of Implicit Bias in Legal and Real Estate Professionals

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. Land use planning professionals, real estate professionals, lenders, appraisers, and paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

James F Freeman III
James F.
Freeman, III
Swanson Bernard, LLC
Sean Scoopmire
Sean
Scoopmire
White Smith Cousino
Speaker bio
James F Freeman III

James F. Freeman, III

Swanson Bernard, LLC
James Freeman

is an attorney with Swanson Bernard, LLC where he practices in the areas of construction, land use, church, commercial litigation, business, contract, employment, probate litigation, appellate practice, transportation and corporate law. He is admitted to practice in Kansas and Missouri, and before the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Claims, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth and Tenth circuits, and the U.S. District Court for the districts of Kansas and Missouri. Mr. Freeman is a member of the Kansas City Metropolitan, Kansas and American bar associations, as well as The Missouri Bar. He earned his B.A. and J.D. degrees from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. Mr. Freeman served as the Mayor pro of the Fifth largest city in his state and served on the board of directors for his state's municipal league.

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Speaker bio
Sean Scoopmire

Sean Scoopmire

White Smith Cousino
Sean Scoopmire

is a planner and attorney with White Smith Cousino, where his practice includes general updates to local governments' zoning and land development regulations. His work particularly focuses on sign code updates, tree ordinances, wireless telecommunications regulations, zoning and subdivision procedures, impact fees, and the implementation of military compatibility Joint Land Use Studies for aviation. Mr. Scoopmire is a member of the South Carolina Bar and the American Institute of Certified Planners. He earned a B.A. degree in Economics from Davidson College, a law degree from the University of South Carolina, and a Master of City and Regional Planning degree from Clemson University. He lives in Greenville, South Carolina, where he currently serves on the Board of Zoning Appeals and previously served on the City's Arts in Public Places Commission.

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