Real Estate: The Roles of Real Estate Agent and Attorney

There can be a conflict of interest when a real estate agent and an attorney are involved in a Real Estate deal. Both the real estate agent and attorney have a fiduciary duty - an ethical obligation to act in the best interests of another party; the real estate agent wants the property to sell, whereas the real estate attorney needs to view all terms of the deal and explain risks to the client (buyer or seller). This course covers real estate contracts and the process of a real estate deal.

This program provides an overview of real estate contracts and their elements. Attendees will learn about the different types of property that can be sold and how the property’s condition affects the contract. The necessary steps and documentation that must be completed before closing will be discussed.

This course is designed for attorneys with any level of experience who practice in or are interested in the real estate contract process.

Course Objectives:

1. Differentiate between real estate contracts and other types of contracts.
2. Understand the types of properties and when disclosures are necessary.
3. Assess what is needed for closing a real estate transaction (i.e., documentation, financing, post-possession agreements).

Course Time Schedule:

Eastern Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Central Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Mountain Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Pacific Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Alaska Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

This course is also being presented on the following dates:

Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Wednesday, June 10, 2026