Past Events

Monthly Dinner Meeting

Cyber Security

Join us Aug. 21 for a sizzling summer double header! Cyber security breaches impact our daily lives, national security, and have turned the internet into a battle zone.

Monthly Dinner Meeting

Top 10 Things Employers do to get Sued by their Employees

Our July 17, 2018 speaker is Lynda Dickey, Senior HR Consultant with VantaggioHR, The Employer’s Advantage. For over 30 years Lynda has helped companies develop comprehensive policies and procedures manuals and systems to avoid litigation and improve employer employee performance.

Summer Mixer at La Provence

3rd ANNUAL SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN MIXER – LA RIVIERA!

We hope you can mix and mingle on the French Riviera with us! There will be plenty of appetizers served throughout the evening and you can pre-pay for wine in this registration form.

Monthly Dinner Meeting

Financial Elder Abuse: the roles and responsibilities of fiduciaries and other professionals

For May, we’re pleased to present Melinda Steuer of the Law Offices of Melinda Jane Steuer in Sacramento. 

Melinda will discuss the legal standards of undue influence and financial elder abuse, red flags to watch out for, and the roles, duties and responsibilities of fiduciaries and other professionals with respect to detecting and preventing undue influence and financial elder abuse, and protecting clients.

Placer County Bar Association Spring Conference and MCLE

Great speakers and topics lined up. Sign up now and save money. When registering, please be sure to make your breakout session choices.

The 2018 Spring MCLE Conference will be held at The Falls Event Center, located in Roseville, behind the Galleria Mall and next to the Hyatt Place.

Monthly Dinner Meeting

Funding Fundamentals for One Life Certainty

For April, we’re pleased to present Tom Rasmussen of Clear Solutions Insurance Services. Tom has supported thousands of individuals across the country with “Income Protection Planning” strategies for over 30 years.

Monthly Dinner Meeting

The Dementia Whisperer

Our March speaker is Laura Wayman, aka “The Dementia Whisperer.” Laura is a sought after speaker, who has dedicated over 20 years to exploring, understanding, and improving dementia care.

CE Lunch: Summary of the 2017 Tax Cuts & Jobs Act

Steve McCormick, CPA of Kee & Associates, will speak at February’s Probate and Estate Planning section lunch MCLE. His topic will be the summary of 2017 tax cuts and the jobs act. Attend and find out all the changes. A popular topic, seats will fill fast. Don’t forget to bring your questions!

Monthly Dinner Meeting

Families, Wealth & Addiction

Our February speakers are Tom Nemat, Chief Executive Officer, and Joe Milligan, Chief Communications Officer of Beginnings Treatment Centers in Orange County, CA. Tom, an experienced estate planning attorney, and Joe, who has 24 years in recovery, will discuss the topic Families, Wealth & Addiction: Beyond Financial Solutions For Preserving Family Wealth In The Face of Addiction.

Placer County Bar Association Probate CE Lunch

PEP January MCLE Lunch: New California Recording Fee and Other Updates

The speaker for January 2018 PEP MCLE Lunch will be Ryan Ronco from the Placer County Recorder’s Office. He will be discussing the new law that went into effect on January 1 pertaining to the added recording fees along with other updates.

Monthly Dinner Meeting

Taxing Uncertainty:  The Current State of Tax Reform

The SPEPC kicks off 2018 with an update and examination of the House and Senate Tax Bill.  Jon Robirds, CPA, with MGO, a global and full service CPA and business consulting firm, will lead our discussion on current tax reform and how to respond to it.

Winter Mix & Mingle and Membership Drive

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Winter Mixer December 5, 5:00 – 7:00 PM. This will be our last event of the year. This special evening will be a fun way to meet new colleagues and catch up on current topics unique to our profession. We will have a brief business meeting for the election of 2018 officers followed by plenty of appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages, live holiday music and a no-host bar. Please…

Placer County Bar Association Probate and Estate Planning Section MCLE Lunch

Please join us for the next Placer County Bar Association Probate and Estate Planning Section MCLE Lunch.

TOPIC: Recording Documents – Do This, Don’t Do That

SPEAKERS:
Ryan Ronco – Placer County’s Clerk-Recorder-Registrar of Voters
Tim Hanson & Bridget Powers – Old Republic Title Company

South Placer Estate Planning Council Dinner Meeting

The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others.

Monthly Dinner Meeting August 16, 2016

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our August presenter is John Gomez, Operations Supervisor, Social Security Office – Roseville and his topic is “Social Security Update.” Registration closes Tuesday, August 9, 2016, 12 noon.  This is one week before the event. To RSVP click: Register now!  COSTS: $35 – SPEPC Members, $45 – Non-Members.  Pay now or at the door, but reserve now and pick your meal option. The South Placer Estate Planning Council…

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) meeting. Our July presenter is Jeff Galvin, Partner with Downey Brand LLP, Sacramento, and his topic is “On the Lookout for Undue Influence.” To RSVP, Click HERE:  SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting    

SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN MIXER – LA RIVERIA!

You are invited to our SPEPC ‘Summer Mediterranean Mixer on the French Riviera’ (a.k.a. La Provence Terrace in Roseville, California)! We are extending this invitation to members of The Sacramento Estate Planning Council and The FPA of Northern California to mix and mingle on the French Riviera with us! This special evening will be a fun way to meet new colleagues and catch up on current topics unique to our profession. There will be plenty of appetizers served throughout the evening and a…

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting, May 17, 2016.

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting. Our May presenter is Stacy Sheetz, IRA Consultant from Polycomp, discussing the benefits and pitfalls of owning non-traditional IRA investments and the steps to follow. To RSVP, click: Register now! Registration closes Tuesday, May 10, 2016, 12 noon. This is one week before the event. COSTS: $35 – SPEPC Members, $45 – Non-Members. Pay now or at the door, but Register now and pick…

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting. Our April presenter is Michelle Johnston, Regional Director of the Alzheimer’s Association, Northern California and Northern Nevada. The topic is “Recognizing signs of Alzheimer’s disease and some of the latest research.” Click: Register now! to reserve a place and also, please, remember to pick your choice in meal options. Registration closes Tuesday, April 12, 2016, 12 noon. This is one week before the event. COSTS:…

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting. Our March presenter is Michelle Johnston, Regional Director of the Alzheimer’s Association, Northern California and Northern Nevada. The topic is “Recognizing signs of Alzheimer’s disease and some of the latest research.” Click: Register now! to reserve a place and also, please, remember to pick your choice in meal options. Registration closes Tuesday, March 8, 2016, 12 noon. This is one week before the event. COSTS: $35…

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our February presenter is Kathy Inocelda, Director of Operations at ApexCare. The topic is “Planning for Long Term Care Expenses.” Senior care is an ever changing and highly competitive business. ApexCare has been providing in home care and placement assistance since 1992. Kathy will be discussing the definition non-medical senior care, the costs involved and what to expect in the future. Don’t forget to…

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our January presenter is Tiffany Paige of Artisan Mind. The topic is “Using art to connect the heart and mind of individuals living with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia.” The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others. 

MIXER

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our presenter is Barry Sacks. The topic is “Recovering a Lost Deduction.” The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others. 

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our presenter is the Placer Community Foundation. The topic is “Philanthropy in Placer County.” The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others. 

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our presenter is Jim Cunningham – Cunningham Legal. The topic is “IRA Trusts.” The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others. 

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our presenter is John Melrose Placer County Veteran Service Officer. The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others. 

MIXER

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our presenter is Alec Baillie, ASA, CFA, Sanli Pastore & Hill, Inc. The topic is “Business Valuation.” The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others. 

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our presenter is Geoff Sakala, CEO, ClickSpring. The topic is “Social Media and Your Practice.” The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others. 

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our presenters are Tony Owings &  John Rogers Burke. The topic is “Family Estate Planning Case Study” The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others. 

SPEPC Monthly Dinner Meeting

Please join us at the next South Placer Estate Planning Council (SPEPC) Speaker & Dinner meeting.  Our presenter is Susan Willson, Placer SPCA. The topic is “Being the Wise Investor with Charitable Planned Giving.” The South Placer Estate Planning Council is a cross-section of professionals whose work involves estate planning and administration issues, and includes attorneys, certified public accountants, life insurance professionals, financial advisors, and professional fiduciaries, among others.