Agenda: We will announce the final agenda at a later date closer to the program. 

Attendees: This conference is open to public defenders, appellate defenders, and private attorneys representing respondents in guardianship proceedings.

CLE: This conference will offer approximately 5.25 hours of CLE, including 1.0 hour ethics credit (pending State Bar approval). 

FEE: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel is $175 for the Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel Conference. There is no fee for IDS state employees.

Scholarships: A limited number of scholarships are available for private assigned and managed assigned counsel. If you are interested in a scholarship for the Guardianship Proceedings at Appointed Counsel Conference – apply here. You must apply and receive approval for a scholarship before registering. Please apply as soon as possible. Scholarships are awarded no later than two weeks after application submission. The scholarship application deadline is Friday, January 3.

Hotel Information: A block of rooms is available at the Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill hotel (1742 Fordham Blvd Chapel Hill, NC) for $106 plus tax. This rate includes a complimentary breakfast, parking, and free wi-fi. To reserve a room, book here or call the hotel at (984) 291-7200 and ask for room block “904” or “Guardianship & Civil Commitment.” The reservation deadline is Friday, December 20.

COVID Guidelines: UNC-Chapel Hill and the School of Government are required to follow the University’s Community Standards to help maintain a healthy and safe community. Masks are optional on the UNC-Chapel Hill campus (with exceptions in health care settings and Chapel Hill Transit). We will have masks available for anyone who prefers to wear one while in the building.