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Risk Management Seminar
for Property Management Professionals
| | Risk isn’t just part of property management—it’s one of the most critical areas where decisions can either protect your asset or expose it to serious liability. | | |
Join industry experts William Cannon, Esq. and K. David Meit, CPM® for a practical, scenario-driven seminar designed to help property managers confidently navigate legal obligations, operational risks, and real-world challenges. Through hearing from the experts, participants will learn how to:
- Understand the legal foundations of risk management, including negligence, notice requirements, and the enforceability of lease agreements
- Apply lease language effectively in complex situations like early terminations and lease violations
- Implement standard operating procedures that create consistency, accountability, and defensibility
- Identify and mitigate common areas of liability, including premises conditions, environmental hazards, and life safety systems
- Conduct effective inspections and documentation practices that stand up in legal and regulatory settings
- Respond appropriately to resident complaints, safety concerns, and potential liability claims
Attendees will leave with actionable strategies, proven best practices, and a clearer understanding of the standard of care required to protect both residents and assets.
Whether you’re managing day-to-day operations or overseeing a portfolio, this seminar equips you with the tools to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and make informed decisions with confidence.
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May 19, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
$75
Zoom
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Billy Cannon, Esq.
William “Billy” Cannon is the firm’s Managing Principal, leading the Office of Managing Principal and overseeing the Practice of Law Division. In this role, he focuses on practice group performance, timekeeper development, quality control, marketing, and overall firm growth.
In addition to his leadership responsibilities, Billy represents property owners and management companies in litigation, administrative matters, and leasing, with a strong emphasis on fair housing compliance and defense. He is a frequent speaker and trainer on property management and fair housing topics and is certified in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) compliance, representing affordable housing providers. Billy also handles residential and commercial transactions and related litigation, including matters involving the District of Columbia’s Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA), and serves on the boards of Special Love and the Willie Strong Foundation.
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K. David Meit, CPM®
David is an award-winning commercial real estate executive with more than 35 years of experience managing diverse portfolios, including conventional and rent-regulated multifamily, mixed-use, and retail properties across suburban and urban markets. He is highly skilled in building top-performing property management teams and enhancing asset value through strong operational leadership. David holds the Certified Property Manager (CPM®) designation and is a Graduate, Realtor Institute (GRI), and is a licensed real estate broker in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.
He is the Founder and Principal of Oculus Realty, an Accredited Management Organization (AMO®), as well as Oculus Expert Witness, where he provides independent assessments and testimony in real estate and property management matters. David also co-founded Oculus Development & Advisory Services, a consulting firm, and Real Estate Service Systems, which supports the multifamily industry with turnover and maintenance services.
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Gaithersburg, MD 20885
301-948-6234
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