This Webinar Is Banned! CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. This webinar will explore the legal landscape surrounding two hot-button issues in the ongoing culture wars: book selections in public schools and libraries, and the regulation of drag performances. The presentation will look at trends in state laws and local government actions, providing a comprehensive overview of the legal challenges and considerations faced by government lawyers. While the Supreme Court's...

Legal Writing 101 Get valuable tips on writing — everything from an email to an appellate brief.  Much of daily communication is the written word, and this seminar will teach you everything you need to know to make your communication clear and powerful. Speaker: Blithe Bock

Regulation of Short Term Rentals: Issues and Considerations Many communities are struggling with issues relating to short-term rentals, especially after the proliferation of vacation rental aggregation websites over the past couple decades. Examples of some of the issues that arise are pressures on workforce housing, regulatory takings, and public nuisances, such as trash and noise. Although the impacts of STRs are often heightened in regions that are desirable for vacation or recreational opportunities, the impacts of STRs can be felt...

Anatomy of the Life of a Typical Construction Dispute: Advice for Municipal Counsel to Navigate Each Step of the Process In this seminar, experienced construction counsel and a construction claim expert will provide an overview of the typical life of a construction claim, with an eye towards helping municipal counsel navigate each step of the process. Presenters will provide practical advice enlivened punctuated by real-life examples. The seminar will address topics such as: 1) Ounce of Prevention: What counsel can...

Shielding the City: Key Considerations Before Filing an Answer CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. Join IMLA for a timely webinar featuring legal leaders from Annapolis and Little Rock. This essential session walks through the strategic groundwork municipal attorneys should lay before answering a lawsuit—from identifying procedural defenses to assessing insurance coverage and coordinating with city leadership. Whether you're new to public sector litigation or a seasoned municipal law expert,...

Administrative Warrants: Getting the Code Officer’s Foot in the Door This webinar will discuss administrative warrants as a necessity for code enforcement inspections.  We will discuss the differences between an administrative warrant as opposed to criminal warrants.  Followed by a review of the case law requiring code enforcement officers to obtain one, the process, and scenarios. Speaker: Savita Rai & Samuel Adams

Local Governments and Gun Violence Prevention 2025: Pathways for Municipal Regulation and Litigation  CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. This CLE presentation will explore the evolving landscape of gun violence prevention, focusing on the challenges and opportunities local governments face in enacting firearms ordinances and holding firearms industry members accountable when they jeopardize public safety. The session will focus largely on the Second Amendment and affirmative litigation strategies. It will...

Navigating the Regulation of Data Centers Join us for a CLE webinar exploring the legal landscape of municipal regulation of data centers, with a focus on how local governments can navigate this rapidly expanding sector. Topics will include land use and zoning regulations, such as site selection, permitting, and managing community concerns, including power and water supply concerns. We’ll also address environmental compliance at both the state and federal levels, including obligations under the Clean Air Act and NEPA, environmental...

Municipal Airport Contracting  In 2025, the City of Atlanta celebrates its 100-year anniversary as owner and operator of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world’s busiest and most efficient airport. The presentation will provide a brief overview of the City of Atlanta’s procurement laws (local public contracting).  In more detail the presentation will discuss the incorporation of local procurement laws with federal contract requirements for municipalities that own commercial airports. Speaker: Jessee R. Dagen-Tillman & Ryan Albury Hanna

Construction Disputes in Motion: Speed, Agility and Adapting to Change CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. This webinar highlights key trends shaping the construction dispute landscape, including rising dispute volumes, ongoing sector challenges, and the growing impact of supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and regulatory pressures. Industry participants were surveyed and anticipate more disputes in 2025 than in 2024, signaling a continued need for strategic risk management and early intervention....