The TBA’s Tax Law Section is producing a series of one-hour webinars over the next few weeks to look at current issues impacting taxpayers. The first session kicks off on April 7 at noon CDT with “What’s New with the IRS?" This program will cover a variety of IRS initiatives including new installment agreement procedures, new e-filing procedures for Forms 2848, and 2019-specific tax relief to avoid liens. Then on April 28, the section will offer “Biden Your Time Until the Next Tax Bill,” which will look at changes to the tax code discussed by the Biden administration. On May 12, the section will offer “CARES Act Part 2,” which will provide new updates on the CARES Act program. Finally, on May 26, the section will offer “State Tax Remedies: The Informal Conference Process,” which will cover the informal conference process available to taxpayers who wish to challenge a proposed assessment. Make plans now to join your colleagues for these informative programs!

The TBA Animal Law Executive Council has decided to postpone its Annual Forum, scheduled for April 9, until the fall. Given the unique format and activities involved with this program, the section felt that it should be maintained as an in-person event to provide the best experience to attendees. Watch for updates on new dates coming soon. Please contact Animal Law Section Coordinator Jarod Word with any questions or concerns.

TBA CLE will present the Biden Your Time Until the Next Tax Bill program on April 28 from noon to 1 p.m. CDT. The CLE will cover potential changes to the Tax Code that have been discussed by the Biden administration, both during and prior to his 2020 presidential campaign. This presentation will consider the ramifications such changes could have for taxpayers and their planning on an income, gift, and estate tax level. The program is one installment of the Tax Law CLE Series 2021, a collection of one-hour webinars that look at current issues impacting taxpayers.

Join the Juvenile and Children’s Law Section on April 29 at 9 a.m. for the 2021 Forum. This year's event will include a discussion about the impact COVID-19 has had on education, training on equality and two panel discussions on human trafficking. Panelists from law enforcement agencies will review laws, policies and information aimed toward those who are targeted for involuntary servitude. Register now to attend this virtual program.

The TBA Corporate Counsel Section is planning its Annual Forum for April 21. This year’s four-hour, remote CLE will cover a range of topics including what to expect from the new Biden administration with regard to regulations; labor and employment law updates; using technology to manage a law office; and how COVID-19 is impacting labor and employment, human resources, workplace liability, vaccines and more. Speakers include Adam Dougherty with Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart; Geoffrey Lindley with Rainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell; and Hemant Sharma from the University of Tennessee.

The TBA’s 2021 Business Law Forum is set for May 20 and 21. This year’s program will focus on valuation considerations for the Tennessee business lawyer with sessions from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. CDT each day. Watch for registration information in the coming weeks. 

What have the first 100 days under President Joe Biden’s administration looked like for immigration law? Find out during the 2021 Immigration Law Forum on May 6 from 9 a.m. until noon CDT. Bruce Buchanan of Sebelist Buchanan Law in Nashville also will tackle immigration cases at the U.S. Supreme Court, other pending litigation, ethics and more. Become a member of the Immigration Law Section today for discounted savings on the program.

TBA CLE will host Real Estate Concerns in Elder Law on March 23 from 11 a.m. until noon CDT. This live virtual event will be led by Barbara Moss from Elder Law of Nashville and George Mudter of Mudter, Patterson & Cox PLLC, who will discuss the intersection of elder and real estate laws, including, best practices, common concerns and more.

Join your colleagues on April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CDT for a “crash course” on depositions and e-discovery. This year’s topics include deposition prep and strategy, the do's and don'ts of depositions and written discovery, and a panel discussion about e-discovery law and technology. The program is being produced by Memphis lawyer Aurelia McBride with Glankler Brown.

TBA CLE will present the virtual 2021 Communications Law Forum on April 16 from 9 a.m. until noon CDT. Attendees will hear presentations on anti-SLAPP, liable defamation, the Public Records Act, a U.S. and Tennessee Supreme Court update and more. Remember, members of the Communication Law Section will receive discounted pricing on this CLE. Not a member? Sign up today.