8:55 Welcome and Introductions
9:00 Case Law and Legislative Update
James L. "Jim" Joyce, UNC School of Government, Chapel Hill
Adam Lovelady, UNC School of Government, Chapel Hill
Always the highlight of the program, Jim Joyce and Adam Lovelady of the UNC School of Government review major cases and legislation from the past year that impact zoning, planning and land use law.
11:00 Break
11:10 Navigating Administrative Approvals
Terri A. Jones, Town of Garner, Garner
This session explores a host of issues that frequently arise in administrative zoning approvals and provides practical guidance on how to successfully navigate and overcome those issues.
12:11 Lunch Break
12:41 Zoning Law and the Attorney-Client Privilege*
Bradley M. Risinger, Fox Rothschild LLP, Raleigh
Zoning cases regularly require the involvement of non-client, non-attorney professionals to assist in the approvals process. Explore ethical considerations to better protect the attorney-client privilege.
1:44 In Search of Certiorari: Judicial Review of Zoning Decisions
Nick Tosco, Poyner Spruill LLP, Charlotte
In this session, learn some suggested "best practices" for addressing all facets of judicial review of zoning decisions.
2:41 Break
2:51 Quasi-Judicial Roundtable
Michael Birch, Longleaf Law Partners, Raleigh
Catherine Hill, City of Raleigh Municipal Government, Raleigh (Moderator)
Robin Tatum, Fox Rothschild LLP, Raleigh
Beth Trahos, Fox Rothschild LLP, Raleigh
Enjoy an open discussion about the legal framework for boards making quasi-judicial decisions, effective advocacy in quasi-judicial hearings, and much more.
3:53 Adjourn
* Indicates portion providing Ethics/Professional Responsibility credit
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