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Khoren Bandazian
Shareholder | Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, P.C.
Christopher B. Healy, Esq.
Shareholder | Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, PCReal Estate Closing Time: Keys, Contracts, and Caution Signs | Live CLE Legal Webinar
Broadcast Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (ET) | On-Demand Available 24 Hours Later
Program Overview:
Real estate transactions can be complex, high-stakes endeavors where even minor oversights can lead to costly legal and financial consequences. From due diligence and contract negotiation to title issues and closing documentation, every stage requires careful attention and a deep understanding of legal obligations. This New Jersey Newly Admitted–eligible CLE real estate webinar, organized by The Knowledge Group, offers an in-depth discussion on the crucial elements of real estate closings. Experienced real estate professionals and legal experts will share best practices, common pitfalls, and strategies to ensure smooth and compliant transactions. Participants especially New Jersey newly admitted attorneys will leave with practical insights to safeguard their clients’ interests and avoid potential disputes.
What Participants Will Learn:
- Key steps and legal considerations in real estate closing transactions
- Common red flags and strategies to mitigate closing risks
- Contract drafting and negotiation best practices
- Title, escrow, and financing issues affecting closing timelines
- Emerging regulatory updates impacting real estate transactions
Why Attend This Webinar?
By attending this CLE legal and real estate law webinar, you will:
- Earn CLE credit online from the comfort of your office or home.
- Access both the live webinar and the on-demand recording at your convenience.
- Learn how to handle real estate closings effectively, from due diligence and contracts to title issues, while avoiding common pitfalls.
- Fulfill continuing legal education requirements in a practical, engaging format tailored to legal professionals.
Agenda
Khoren Bandazian, Shareholder, Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, P.C.
and
Christopher B. Healy, Esq., Shareholder, Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, PC
Introduce program purpose, CLE disclaimers, and scope.
- Transaction Framework
Walk through lifecycle from LOI to closing, emphasizing attorney risk points.
- Due Diligence
Highlight common diligence failures and timing traps.
- Financing
Discuss lender conditions, commitment expiration, and rate-lock risks.
- Regulation D
Explain securities law applicability to real estate capital raises.
- Accredited Investors
Cover definitions, verification, and common mistakes.
- Fund vs. Single Asset
Contrast compliance obligations and marketing risks.
- NJ Regulatory Issues
Cover bulk sales, zoning, rent control, and NJDCA issues.
- Hypotheticals
Engage audience with NJ-specific scenarios.
- Closing
Summarize takeaways and compliance best practices.
- Securities Disclaimer
Who Should Attend
- New Jersey Newly Admitted Attorneys
- Real Estate Attorneys
- Transactional and Corporate Lawyers
- In-House Counsel and Compliance Officers
- Real Estate Brokers and Agents
- Title and Escrow Professionals
Navigate Real Estate Closings with Confidence
Join this CLE real estate webinar to explore the key elements of high-stakes transactions. Learn practical strategies for due diligence, contract negotiation, title review, and closing documentation. Discover best practices to avoid common pitfalls, ensure compliance, and safeguard your clients’ interests—all while earning CLE credit in a program designed for legal professionals, including New Jersey newly admitted attorneys.
Please check the credit section below for the details for your state and do not hesitate to contact the Knowledge Group if you have any questions.
Credit:
Course Level: Basic | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation: Live Webinar | Prerequisite: General knowledge of real estate law
Course Code: 1411560 | Total Credit: 2.0
CLE Credit:
CA CLE 2.00 General – Approved Until: 6/30/2025
PA CLE 2.00 General – Approved Until: 8/14/2026
VT CLE 2.00 General – Approved Until: 12/31/2025
NJ CLE 2.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NY CLE 2.00 Areas of Professional Practice – Credits through Reciprocity
AR CLE 2.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
CT CLE 2.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NH CLE 2.00 General – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
MO CLE 2.00 General – Approved Until: 8/14/2024
Pending CLE Application: GA, TN, WI
Self-Apply: AL, CO, DE, FL, ID, IL, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, NC, ME, MN, MS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OH, OK, OR, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY
If you’d like us to apply for CLE, you may opt to pay the processing fee here.
No MCLE Requirements: DC, MD, MA, MI, SD
Not Eligible for CLE: AK, AZ, HI, IL
For additional information, please contact your state MCLE board.
Instructions for Participating the Live Webinar
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- Please Register for the course by clicking the "Take the Course" button if you have not already registered.
- Check Your Email – 24 hours before the webinar, you will receive an email with all necessary instructions, including access details and course materials. This information will also be posted on lesson when it is available.
- Download Course Materials – Course materials will be available for download **24-48 hours before** the live webinar. Be sure to review them in advance. The Link to download is available by clicking the lesson tab.
- Join the Webinar – Follow the instructions in the email to access the live broadcast at the scheduled time.
- Note the Secret Words – During the webinar, secret words will be announced periodically. Please write them down.
- Take the Quiz – After the webinar, click on the quiz link below and enter the secret words to complete the quiz.
- Print Your Certificate – Upon completing the quiz, you will be able to print your Certificate of Attendance, which includes instructions on how to obtain CLE, CPE, or other applicable credits for the course.
- On-Demand Access – The on-demand version of this course will be available 24-48 hours after the live webinar. If you miss the live presentation or need to review the content, you will have access to the on-demand version as an enrolled student. To access on-demand content, click the lesson and follow the instructions.
- Support: If you have any questions, please refer to the email instructions or contact support: support@theknowledgegroup.zohodesk.com.