This class will be held on Zoom AND in-person at the CBA - you choose the format you'd prefer. Login to the website and click the "Register" button to register. You will receive a confirmation email from the Columbus Bar AND an email from Zoom containing information about joining the class (you will receive an email from Zoom even if you choose to attend in-person).

If you are attending via Zoom, you must use your unique link from Zoom in order to receive CLE credit.

6.0 CLE Hours, including 1.0 hour of professional conduct. Join us after the CLE for a networking cocktail hour.

2023 Probate Case Law Updates

A review of recent landmark cases and notable judicial decisions relevant to Estate Planning, Probate, and Elder Law. Jess will analyze the implications of these decisions, discussing their impact on legal strategies, precedents, and the overall landscape of these fields of practice.

Presenter: Jessica Forrest, Reminger Co. LPA

Preventing & Resolving Domestic Relations Disputes Through Probate Law

A discussion of issues that can happen in domestic relations disputes and how to avoid them through planning or resolve them through litigation.

Presenters: Timothy Gallagher, Reminger Co. LPA

Evidence in Probate Matters

Presenter: Adam Fried, Reminger, Co., LPA

Estate Considerations for Same-Sex Couples

An overview of issues same-sex and LGBTQ couples should consider when making an estate plan or facing estate litigations.

Presenters: Shana DeMooy, Reminger Co. LPA

Tim Wilson, Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Top 10 Ways to Avoid Probate Litigation

This presentation will review the top-ten ways that estate planners, administrators, and related professionals can help families avoid probate litigation. With more than 10,000 citizens turning 65 every day, the rate of probate disputes is rapidly increasing. Careful contemplation for aging clients in the planning stage and efficient administration after a death can help ease the stress of probate matters on top of the already life-changing event of a loved one’s loss. This presentation will offer real-life examples and solutions to help all professionals guide their clients through this tough part of life.

Presenter: Paul Shugar, Reminger Co. LPA

Probate Litigation Ethics

An overview of current trends in probate litigation ethics, including waivers and various roles that estate planners and litigators can play.

Presenter: Adriann McGee, Reminger Co. LPA

Staying Current in the Courts

Hon. Probate Judge Jeffrey D. Mackey will discuss hot topics from the Probate Court.

• Local Rules Revision
• New local administrative orders
• Attorney fees and fiduciary fees
• Scheduling meetings with Magistrates

Presenter: Hon. Probate Judge Jeffrey D. Mackey, Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Probate Division

Networking Cocktail Hour