Epsten, APC Educational Events
At Epsten, APC, we believe that well-informed managers and board of directors are better prepared to govern associations and protect associations from both preventable membership discord and litigation. In addition to our annual Legal Symposia, we offer multiple other educational events, including Free 1st Fridays and Legal Lessons for community association managers and Board Basics and Board Boot Camps for board members.
 For Managers |
 For Board Members |
 For Everyone |
| Free 1st Fridays – Attorney Q&A | Board Basics | Legal Symposium |
| Legal Lessons | Board Orientation | Newsletters |
| Legal Symposium | Board Boot Camp | Articles |
For Community Association Managers:
- Free 1st Fridays – Free 1st Fridays are complimentary Q&A Style Zoom Webinars with Epsten, APC Attorneys for local Southern California Community Managers on the 1st Friday of every month from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
- Legal Lessons – Community managers looking to continue their professional growth and expertise in community association management while earning CE credits are invited to join us for a complimentary one hour lunch and learn program. Local Epsten, APC attorneys will share their insights on some of the most common legal topics and issues facing community associations.
For Board Members:
- Board Basics – Board Basics are complimentary Zoom webinar presentations covering the key responsibilities of being a board member. Topics will include director duties, rules & enforcement, and a special presentation focusing specifically on Coachella Valley communities.
- Board Orientation – A two-hour program instructed by one of our experienced attorneys covering the basics to govern your association.
- Board Boot Camps – A four-hour extended program led by one of our experienced attorneys tailored to your association’s needs — covering the basics and beyond!
For Everyone (Managers & Board Members):
- Legal Symposium – Our Annual Legal Symposium offers timely, comprehensive legal information on topics relevant to community association law. This is an exclusive opportunity for clients, community association boards, and community association managers to hear the firm’s top attorneys provide updates and insight on case law, legislative changes and emerging trends important to the practice of community association law.
- Local Industry Events – Visit our events page for a complete listing of upcoming events hosting by our firm as well as our local industry partners such as CAI (Community Associations Institute) and CACM (California Association for Community Managers).
Upcoming Events:
Complimentary Q&A Style Zoom Webinars
with Epsten, APC Attorneys for local Southern California Community Managers on the
1st Friday of select months – 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
2023 Annual HOA Community Leadership Educational Symposium
Join us for Desert Resort Management’s Annual HOA community leadership educational Symposium. This year’s event will be bigger than ever before with more round tables and break out sessions along with our usual blend of guest speakers and vendor trade show. More than 200 Board members will be in attendance. Book now to reserve your space!
Experience the premier CAI event for community association attorneys and insurance and risk management professionals. Legal & Insurance Education. Networking. Technology & solutions for community associations.
Our own Epsten, APC attorneys Susan M. Hawks McClintic, Esq., CCAL & Dea C. Frank, Esq. will be speaking.
“Legal Lessons” CEU Accredited Webinars or Lunch and Learns
for Community Association Managers
Community managers looking to continue their professional growth and expertise in community association management while earning CE credits are invited to join us for a complimentary one hour lunch and learn program. Local Epsten, APC attorneys will share their insights on some of the most common legal topics and issues facing community associations.
April CAI-CV and DCHC Board Member Workshop (BMW)
Speaker: Brandon Abbott, Esq.
When: Tuesday, January 17, 2023, 10:00 a.m.
Where: In-person and Via Zoom
75410 Gerald Ford Drive, Suite 102, Palm Desert
Topic: ADR-IDR-handling HOA conflicts and mental health issues
A virtual presentation on community association legal issues
specifically for Board Members
Were you recently elected to the Board of Directors?
Are you a long-standing board member who needs a refresher on the duties of being a board member?
Join Epsten, APC attorneys for a virtual “Board Basics” presentation covering the key responsibilities of being a board member.
All Board Basics programs are held via Zoom from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of our How to be a Good Director – Beyond the Basics handbook.