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Upcoming Events

    • 01/01/2026
    • 12/25/2026
    • 11 sessions

    EPCBA Staff is unavailable and will return calls and emails as soon as they are able upon return to the office.

    • 09/24/2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • The Pinery at the Hill | 775 W Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
    Registration is closed


    September 24th | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    The Pinery at the Hill | 775 W Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905


    5:00 pm: Arrival & Heavy Appetizers

    5:30 pm: EPCBA Board Elections Announcement

    Hear from Immediate Past President Philip Shadwick and incoming President Gary Turner

    6:00 pm: Award Ceremony

    Join us in honoring our local legal community members who have made a lasting and influential impact in our community!

    A huge Thank You to our Sponsors!



    Become a sponsor by emailing Crystal Rayos

    • 09/30/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual | Zoom
    Register


    September 30th | 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

    Virtual | Zoom

    CLE: 1 General Anticipated


    Presented by: Alex Masterson


    Participants will learn the fundamentals of researching Colorado statutes, court rules, case law, and other legal resources, including how to distinguish between primary and secondary authority and confirm that legal authority remains current and reliable. The course will also discuss practical research strategies, common research mistakes, and tips for finding answers efficiently without getting lost in unnecessary information.

    • 10/08/2026
    • 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • The Pinery at the Hill | 775 W. Bijou Street
    Register


    October 8th | 5:30 pm 

    The Pinery at the Hill | 775 W. Bijou Street 


    Join us to celebrate our local judiciary!


    5:30 pm: Cocktails

    6:00 pm: Dinner

    7:00 pm: CLE Presentation by nationally recognized Attorney and Author, Adrian Miller

    Civics and Civility

    How the Judiciary Can Defend Democracy in Challenging Times



    If you are an Inn of Court member, please register using your unique registration code.


    Brought to you by the Ben S. Wendelken Inn of Court and the El Paso County Bar Association.


    Sponsorships Available

    Speaker Sponsors


     

    Drexler Law Group


    Boutonniere & Wristlet Sponsor ($750)

    1 Available


    Beverage Sponsor 

    GERMER COOLIDGE LAW, P.C.


     Event and Sponsors

    Unlimited



    Bill and JoAnn Schmitz 

    • 10/22/2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • The Dern Building | 26 S Tejon St
    • 47
    Register


    October 22nd| 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    The Dern Building | 26 S Tejon St

    Join us this spooky season for our monthly Happy Hour at Off-the-Record Speakeasy. Brought to you by Right Law Group.

    Complementary whiskey and cocktail tasting for the holiday by Distillery 291!

    Registration is appreciated as space is limited.

    • 10/28/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual | Zoom
    Register


    October 28th | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Virtual | Zoom

    CLE Credit: 1 General 

    Presented by: Rich Schur, Schur Success Realty & Auction, LLC

    This course provides attorneys with a practical understanding of personal property valuation and the appraisal process, from defining the assignment and appropriate standard of value to research, methodology, documentation, and reporting. Participants will learn how credible opinions of value are developed and supported, how to identify strengths and weaknesses in an appraisal, and how to work effectively with appraisal professionals. The course will also address contested values, expert testimony, and preparing the appraiser—and the appraisal—for deposition or trial.

      • 11/07/2026
      • 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
      • La Foret Conference & Retreat Center | 6145 Shoup Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80908
      • 11/12/2026
      • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
      • EPCBA Office | 24 S. Weber Street, Suite 135 & Zoom
      Register


      November 12th | 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Presentation starts at 12:00 pm

      EPCBA Office | 24 S. Weber Street, Suite 135 & Zoom

      CLE Credit: 1 General & 1 EDI Anticipated


      Presented by: Kieshia Mace-Pearson and Sandra Cutrone


      Learning Objectives:

      • Recognize power imbalances in foreclosure and distressed sale situations
      • Identify predatory or misleading practices
      • Navigate conflicts of interest ethically
      • Advise vulnerable clients on available protections and remedies
        • 11/13/2026
        • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
        • Phantom Canyon | 2 Pikes Peak Ave, 3rd Floor
        Register


        November 13th | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

        Phantom Canyon | 2 Pikes Peak Ave, 3rd Floor

        8:00 Registration Begins

        8:30 Breakfast

        8:50: Opening Remarks

        9:00 - 10:00: Issues that May Arise at the Intersection of Domestic Relations and Criminal Cases 

        Honorable Amy Cano (District Court Judge)

        Honorable Kayla Wingard (District Court Magistrate)

        Honorable Susan Chadderdon (District Court Magistrate)

        10:00 - 11:00: Probate Survival Guide for Family Law Attorneys

        Vince Rahaman, Rahaman Law

        Lisa Blattner, Esq., Blattner Law Firm, LLC

        11:00 - 11:15: Break

        11:15 - 12:15: Valuations That Stick: Pragmatic Strategies for Navigating Divorce Standards

        Joel Pratt, Esq., Law Office of Joel Pratt

        Joi Kush Esq., Mulliken Weiner Berg & Jolivet, P.C.

        Scott R. Saltzman, CPA, CVA, ASA, ABV, MAFF, Saltzman LLC

        12:15 - 12:20 LLP Update

        12:20 - 1:15 Lunch

        12:45 - Presentation of Anderson Award

        1:15 - 1:45: Military Jurisdiction & Procedure in Family Law Cases

        Carl Graham, Esq., Graham Law

        1:45 - 2:15: Domestic Violence and Military Families Going Through Divorce

        Ezra Hurwitz, Esq., Helland & Hurwitz

        2:15 - 3:15: Case Law & Statutory Update

        Joel Pratt, Esq., Law Office of Joel Pratt

        Alex Masterson, Esq., Helland & Hurwitz, Of Counsel

        3:15 - 3:30: Break

        3:30 - 4:30: Judges Panel: Judges and Theme, TBD


        A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors!

        Platinum

         

        • 11/19/2026
        • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
        • EPCBA Office | 24 S. Weber Street, Suite 135
        Register


        November 19th| 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Presentation starts at 5:00 pm

        EPCBA Office | 24 S. Weber Street, Suite 135 In-person only 

        CLE: 1 General & 1 Ethics Anticipated


        Presented by Dr. Mike Ghali, INC Therapy

        This presentation will explore the potential stressors and anxieties that the holiday season and end of calendar year can bring. Highlighting the differences between stress and anxiety, discussing challenges and demands specific to attorneys and legal staff, and drawing on psychological research and evidence, attendees will learn valuable concepts, strategies, and skills to successfully navigate the end of the year and all that might come with the holiday season.


      Past events

      09/17/2026 Family Law Section: The Interplay Between Domestic Relations and Civil Litigation
      09/10/2026 Real Estate Section: Disability Access and Inclusive Practice in Property Law
      08/27/2026 EPCBA Happy Hour
      08/26/2026 Making Sense of Cell Phone Data in Litigation: Technology, Law, and Strategy
      08/20/2026 Family Law Section: Beyond the BAC
      08/18/2026 Probate Section: The Hardest Generation: Vietnam Veterans, Incapacity, and the Last Battle for Independence
      08/13/2026 Real Estate Section: EQUITABLE TITLE SOLUTIONS: Heirs Property & Clouded Title in Underserved Families
      08/10/2026 LLP Section: Evidence
      07/31/2026 Colorado Pro Bono Summit 2026
      07/23/2026 EPCBA Happy Hour
      06/25/2026 EPCBA Happy Hour
      05/28/2026 EPCBA Happy Hour
      05/21/2026 Family Law Section: Intersection of Probate and DR
      05/15/2026 Family Law Section: DR Bench/Bar Brown Bag Lunch
      05/08/2026 2026 Spring Probate Conference
      04/23/2026 EPCBA Happy Hour
      04/22/2026 Ethics and AI in Law: From Deepfakes to Defense Strategy Memos
      04/21/2026 Probate Section: Same Name, Different Court. Understanding the difference in Court Appointed Roles
      04/16/2026 Family Law Section: Divorce Mortgage Planning | Journey of a Divorcing Home Owner
      03/11/2026 Creating Gender-Inclusive Legal Spaces: Practices, Policies, and Progress
      02/26/2026 EPCBA Happy Hour
      02/25/2026 CBA Presidential Visit & CLE
      02/20/2026 Family Law Section: DR Bench/Bar Brown Bag Lunch
      02/19/2026 Family Law Section: Child Support Changes
      02/17/2026 Probate Section: Changes to the Colorado Rules for Magistrate & the Impact on Probate Proceedings
      02/14/2026 EPCB Foundation Gala: Hearts of Justice Formal
      02/06/2026 LLP Section: Rules of Evidence
      01/29/2026 EPCBA Happy Hour
      01/28/2026 Working Effectively With Clients Who Have Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A Neuropsychologist’s Guide for Attorneys
      01/20/2026 Probate Section: Client Competency
      01/15/2026 Family Law Section: Valuation and Division of IP assets
      01/08/2026 LLP Section: Client Control and Client Expectations
      12/18/2025 EPCBA Holiday Party & Happy Hour
      12/04/2025 Family Law Section: DR Bench/Bar Brown Bag Lunch
      11/20/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      11/14/2025 Family Law Section: 2025 Family Law Conference
      11/06/2025 Next Level Development & Coaching
      10/29/2025 Cyber Briefing 2025
      10/28/2025 Tax Section: IRS Audits of Attorneys and Trust Accounts
      10/23/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      10/16/2025 Chief Justice John C. Young Fourth Judicial District Bench Appreciation Banquet
      10/09/2025 Murder Mystery Social
      09/25/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      09/25/2025 Family Law Section: Vocational Assessments and Evaluations
      09/24/2025 Passing of the Gavel
      09/04/2025 Family Law Section: DR Bench/Bar Brown Bag Lunch
      08/28/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      08/27/2025 Division CARE
      08/21/2025 Family Law Section: Pension and Retirement Account Valuations
      07/25/2025 LLP Section: Trial School
      07/24/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      06/26/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      06/20/2025 Summer Social: Rocky Mountain Vibes v. Grand Junction Jackalopes
      06/05/2025 Family Law Section: DR Bench/Bar Brown Bag Lunch
      06/03/2025 Real Estate Section: 5 Considerations with the House in a Divorce
      05/22/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      05/15/2025 Family Law Section: Child Support and Advanced Child Support Issues
      05/14/2025 CO Supreme Court Justices Meet & Greet Happy Hour
      05/08/2025 Law Day & Award Ceremony
      05/02/2025 Probate Section: 2025 Spring Conference
      04/24/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      04/23/2025 Creating a Record - Best Practices
      04/22/2025 Probate Section: Secure Act
      04/17/2025 Family Law Section: Colorado Adoption Law: The Basics
      04/11/2025 EDI Section: Wellbeing Workshop
      04/04/2025 Real Estate Section: Home Ownership and Inheritance for Individuals with Disabilities
      03/27/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      03/20/2025 Family Law Section: Arbitration in Family Law Cases: An Effective Alternative to the Courtroom
      03/18/2025 Probate Section: IRS Audits of Trusts & Estates
      03/12/2025 Trial and Error: Presented by the Ben S. Wendelken Inn of Court
      03/06/2025 CWBA - El Paso County Chapter: Bench Appreciation Lunch
      03/06/2025 Family Law Section: DR Bench/Bar Brown Bag Lunch
      03/05/2025 Tax Preparation for You, Your Firm and Clients
      02/27/2025 EPCBA Happy Hour Meet Up
      02/26/2025 Succession Planning - Where to Begin
      02/25/2025 Probate Section: Reverse Mortgages
      02/20/2025 Family Law Section: Coercive Control from High-Conflict Divorce
      02/13/2025 Valentine's Day Cupcake Decorating & Happy Hour
      02/04/2025 Real Estate Section: Strategic Timing in Divorce: Refinancing and Property Assumptions
      01/22/2025 Language Access and Best Practices When Working with Interpreters
      01/20/2025 EPCBA Office Closed
      01/16/2025 EDI Section: Improving Employee Retention and Satisfaction through Inclusive Workplaces
      01/16/2025 Family Law Section: A View From Both Sides of the Bench
      12/11/2024 Holiday Party & Magic Show
      12/02/2024 LLP Section: Stress Management in the Legal Profession
      11/22/2024 Q&A for Website Use
      10/30/2024 Chief Justice John Young Annual Bench Appreciation Dinner

      Home Study Presentations

      Did you miss a presentation that you wish was a home study presentation? Email Crystal Rayos to get the presentation added to our home study list.


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