Program Details
2026-01-23 14:00:00
Over 1,000+ webinars
Course Overview
2026-01-23 14:00:00
1.5h CLE Credits
Intermediate
1.5
2:00 pm - 2:15 pm ESTThis session introduces FinCEN’s nationwide Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule designed to combat money laundering in high-risk real estate transactions. Participants will learn about the rule’s background, the extended March 2026 implementation date, and how it evolved from Geographic Targeting Orders to permanent nationwide reporting requirements.
Alan Winston Granwell
Bruce Zagaris
Jonathan N. Halpern
Michael C. Titens 2:15 pm - 2:30 pm ESTThis session defines what constitutes a reportable transfer, including non-financed transactions to legal entities or trusts involving residential property for one to four families. Participants will explore critical exemptions such as estate planning transfers, transactions at death, divorce proceedings, and 1031 exchanges.
Alan Winston GranwellBruce ZagarisJonathan N. HalpernMichael C. Titens 2:30 pm - 2:45 pm ESTThis session examines the reporting cascade that determines which transaction participant must file reports, from settlement agents to deed preparers. Participants will learn about designation agreements, compliance training expectations, and why attorney-client privilege arguments have been rejected by FinCEN.
Alan Winston GranwellBruce ZagarisJonathan N. HalpernMichael C. Titens 2:45 pm - 3:00 pm ESTThis session covers the complex rules for identifying beneficial owners of transferee entities and trusts, including the substantial control test and 25% ownership threshold. Participants will examine special trust rules, exceptions for minor children and employees, and strategies for obtaining accurate beneficial ownership certifications.
Alan Winston GranwellBruce ZagarisJonathan N. HalpernMichael C. Titens 3:10 pm - 3:25 pm ESTThis session addresses the practical aspects of completing and filing the 111-field real estate report form electronically with FinCEN. Participants will learn about filing deadlines, required identification numbers, the reasonable reliance rule for gathering information, and five-year record retention obligations.
Alan Winston GranwellBruce ZagarisJonathan N. HalpernMichael C. Titens 3:25 pm - 3:40 pm ESTThis session explores the civil and criminal penalties for reporting violations, with civil penalties ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 for willful violations. Participants will review ongoing litigation challenging the rule’s statutory authority, constitutional implications, and practical considerations before agreeing to serve as a reporting person.
Alan Winston GranwellBruce ZagarisJonathan N. HalpernMichael C. TitensAlan Winston Granwell is Of Counsel in the Washington, D.C. office of Holland & Knight, where he brings more than five decades of deep experience in international taxation to multinational corporations and globally oriented private clients. Known for his substantive grasp of cross-border tax planning, compliance, controversy and transparency initiatives, Mr. Granwell regularly advises on complex international tax matters that span multiple jurisdictions and regulatory regimes.
Bruce Zagaris is a partner at Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP in Washington, D.C., concentrating on international regulatory enforcement, cross-border investigations, and international tax controversy. With decades of experience advising individuals, corporations, and sovereign governments, he is widely recognized for his work at the intersection of international tax, white collar defense, extradition, anti-money-laundering compliance, and transnational evidence gathering. His practice focuses on navigating complex, multi-jurisdictional legal frameworks and high-stakes enforcement matters.
Jonathan N. Halpern is a seasoned litigator and partner at Holland & Knight LLP whose practice sits at the intersection of white collar criminal defense, government investigations, and complex civil litigation. Drawing on his distinguished tenure as a federal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York, Mr. Halpern is a trusted strategist and relentless advocate who has quietly achieved significant client outcomes — including the dismissal of federal criminal felonies — both in the courtroom and behind the scenes.
Michael C. Titens is a distinguished corporate attorney and partner based in the Dallas office of Holland & Knight LLP. With decades of experience advising domestic and international clients, he is widely respected for his strategic counsel in complex mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity matters, and cross-border investment transactions. Mr. Titens combines deep legal expertise with a pragmatic approach to help clients navigate sophisticated business challenges and achieve their strategic objectives.
Alan Winston Granwell is Of Counsel in the Washington, D.C. office of Holland & Knight, where he brings more than five decades of deep experience in international taxation to multinational corporations and globally oriented private clients. Known for his substantive grasp of cross-border tax planning, compliance, controversy and transparency initiatives, Mr. Granwell regularly advises on complex international tax matters that span multiple jurisdictions and regulatory regimes.
Bruce Zagaris is a partner at Berliner Corcoran & Rowe LLP in Washington, D.C., concentrating on international regulatory enforcement, cross-border investigations, and international tax controversy. With decades of experience advising individuals, corporations, and sovereign governments, he is widely recognized for his work at the intersection of international tax, white collar defense, extradition, anti-money-laundering compliance, and transnational evidence gathering. His practice focuses on navigating complex, multi-jurisdictional legal frameworks and high-stakes enforcement matters.
Jonathan N. Halpern is a seasoned litigator and partner at Holland & Knight LLP whose practice sits at the intersection of white collar criminal defense, government investigations, and complex civil litigation. Drawing on his distinguished tenure as a federal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York, Mr. Halpern is a trusted strategist and relentless advocate who has quietly achieved significant client outcomes — including the dismissal of federal criminal felonies — both in the courtroom and behind the scenes.
Michael C. Titens is a distinguished corporate attorney and partner based in the Dallas office of Holland & Knight LLP. With decades of experience advising domestic and international clients, he is widely respected for his strategic counsel in complex mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity matters, and cross-border investment transactions. Mr. Titens combines deep legal expertise with a pragmatic approach to help clients navigate sophisticated business challenges and achieve their strategic objectives.
Requirements
The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.
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