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Overview
Understand the Elements of Adverse Possession and the Rights of Squatters
Economic pressures and limited housing availability are spurring a rise in squatting and adverse possession cases. Be ready for when one of those cases comes your way! In this program, expert faculty will unravel the nuances of adverse possession and uncover the intricacies of squatters' rights. Get the fundamental knowledge you need to advise clients on either side of the table - register today!
- Dissect the various criteria and gray areas of adverse possession, including whether the possessor's intent is hostile or permissive.
- Get clarity on the rights of squatters and property owners.
- Find out how legislators and courts are addressing issues of adverse possession and squatting right now.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Time Requirements for Adverse Possession
- Hostile, Adverse Use - Did the Landowner Consent?
- Actual Possession
- Exclusive Use - Is the Claimant the Sole User?
- Open and Notorious - Standards for Visibility
- Continuous, Uninterrupted Use - Even Seasonal Use?
- Understanding Squatters' Rights
- Remedies for Property Owners and Landlords
- Notable Legislative Updates and Case Law Round Up
Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total | Until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Arkansas CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 06-30-2026 |
| Arizona CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| California CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Colorado CLE |
|
2 Total | 12-31-2026 |
| Connecticut CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Delaware CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Florida CLE |
|
2 Total | 04-30-2026 |
| Hawaii CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Idaho CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2029 |
| Illinois CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-20-2026 |
| Kansas CLE |
|
1.5 Total | |
| Kentucky CLE |
|
1.5 Total | |
| Maine CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-20-2026 |
| Minnesota CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Missouri CLE |
|
1.8 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Northern Mariana Islands CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Montana CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2027 |
| North Dakota CLE |
|
1.5 Total | |
| Nebraska CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| New Hampshire CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2027 |
| New Mexico CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Nevada CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2027 |
| New York CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2027 |
| Oklahoma CLE |
|
2 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Oregon CLE |
|
1.5 Total | |
| Pennsylvania CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Rhode Island CLE |
|
1.5 Total | |
| Tennessee CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-20-2026 |
| Vermont CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-21-2026 |
| Washington CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 10-20-2029 |
| Wisconsin CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 12-31-2025 |
| West Virginia CLE |
|
1.8 Total | 10-21-2026 |
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CLE
Agenda
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Adverse Possession and Squatting 101
- Time Requirements for Adverse Possession
- Hostile, Adverse Use - Did the Landowner Consent?
- Actual Possession
- Exclusive Use - Is the Claimant the Sole User?
- Open and Notorious - Standards for Visibility
- Continuous, Uninterrupted Use - Even Seasonal Use?
- Understanding Squatters' Rights
- Remedies for Property Owners and Landlords
- Notable Legislative Updates and Case Law Round Up
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for attorneys. Property owners and paralegals may also benefit.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Philip C. Pires
is a principal in the law firm of Cohen and Wolf, P.C. A persuasive and successful litigator, he has handled a variety of litigation matters including complex commercial disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, partnership and shareholder disputes, adverse possession claims, prescriptive easement claims, quiet title actions, landlord/tenant cases, and collection actions. Mr. Pires frequently appears in the Connecticut Probate Court system representing beneficiaries, fiduciaries, and creditors in a variety of probate litigation matters. In addition to litigation, he practices in the municipal and land use and zoning arena, regularly appearing before planning and zoning commissions, inland wetlands commissions, zoning boards of appeals, the Connecticut Siting Council, and other administrative agencies, advocating for applicants, developers, property owners, and neighborhood groups. Mr. Pires also regularly counsels municipalities and property owners in commercial and residential property tax appeals. As a former member of his hometown's governing board, his firsthand knowledge of the inner workings of town administration offers valuable insight to his clients. Mr. Pires earned his B.A. degree from Haverford College and his J.D. degree, with honors, from the University of Connecticut School of Law.
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