Elevate Your Practice at the 2025 RPLS Summer Conference!
August 6-9, 2025
Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville, Michigan
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Join us for the Real Property Law Section (RPLS) Summer Conference, Michigan’s premier event for real estate attorneys. This gathering offers a blend of advanced educational sessions and exceptional networking opportunities tailored for practitioners at all experience levels. Co-Chairs Kevin Hirzel (Hirzel Law, PLC) and Kelly Myers (Myers & Myers) invite you to Crystal Mountain Resort to engage with industry experts, explore innovative legal strategies, and address the pressing issues shaping Michigan real estate law.
Thursday, after a legislative update from the RPLS lobbyist, Tabitha Zimny, the conference will begin with an expert panel discussion on artificial intelligence in the legal practice, focusing on practical applications and ethical considerations. Workshops on Thursday and Friday will address the following topics:
| • Tips for Reviewing Closing Documents |
• New Lawyers: How to Build a Brand |
| • Emerging issues in Title Fraud |
• Best Practices in Real Estate Litigation |
| • Commercial Loan Restructuring and Workouts |
• Land Title Standards Trivia |
Topics that will be covered in workshops throughout the conference are as follows:
| • Homeowners Energy Policy Act |
• Environmental Due Diligence |
| • Short-Term Rentals |
• Oil & Gas Rights |
| • Best Practices for Zoning Cases |
• Understanding the Title Commitment |
| • Marketable Record Title Act |
• Hot Topics in Construction |
| • Home Based Businesses and Restrictive Covenants |
• Drafting the Commercial Lease |
| • How to Review Mortgage Documents |
• Trends in Renewable Energy |
You can also enjoy a full array of recreational and social activities, including cocktail receptions, biking, golf, and an Exotic Zoo that is kid friendly. Saturday morning will kick off with a closing keynote speech from Justice Megan Cavanagh of the Michigan Supreme Court. Afterward, another set of exciting roundtables will conclude the conference before leaving you to enjoy your weekend in beautiful Northern Michigan. Do not miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise and expand your professional network. Join us at the 2025 RPLS Summer Conference for an enriching experience that will leave you informed and inspired.
If you are interested in participating as a Summer Conference sponsor, please contact Karen Schwartz: rplsks@gmail.com
Do not miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise and expand your professional network. Join us at the 2025 RPLS Summer Conference for an enriching experience that will leave you informed and inspired.
Program
Roundtables
The cost to become a Member of the Section is $55. Become a Member and SAVE!
Before May 30, 2025:
| Section Member |
$405 |
| Non-Section Member |
$465 |
| Member of the Young Lawyers Section |
$200 |
After May 30, 2025:
| Section Member |
$480 |
| Non-Section Member |
$540 |
| Member of the Young Lawyers Section |
$275 |
Thursday Night Section Event:
8-9:30 pm
Adult - $85
Kids Buffet (5-12 years) - $18
We will feature a dinner buffet with beef tenderloin, salmon filet, pasta and salad
6:30-7:30 pm - Children's Entertainment - The Exotic Zoo
9:30-10:30 pm - The Exotic Zoo... get ready to join in the fun!
Hotel Information:
Book your hotel room today! Book Online Here
Or call 855-520-2974 and reference our group number – 46O93B to receive the Real Property Law Section group discount.
Check-in at 5pm, Check-out at 11 a.m.
Must book by: 7/7/2025
Golf Scramble - Thursday, August 7th - 1 p.m.
To book a tee time, please book your tee time at the same time you reserve your room. Call the Reservations Department at 855-520-2974. Please mention "State Bar - Real Property " to receive a special rate of $112 which includes cart. All golfers will be billed individually.
Conference Materials: Materials will be available online a week before the conference. We will no longer distribute print materials at any Section programs.
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