New Developments in Fair Housing
This webinar is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute, and should not be construed as, legal advice. This webinar is not intended to provide a mandatory standard of care for the industry.
Who should attend: Regionals, C-Suite, Owners, Suppliers
Why it’s important: The key to staying compliant with Fair Housing Laws is understanding what has changed in the 57 years of the Fair Housing Act. These laws are crucial for remaining compliant with federal regulations. Join us for the final installation of April is Fair Housing Month as we explore updates to 3 components of fair housing.
What you’ll get out of it:
- New updates to the Violence Against Women’s Act.
- Updates on immigration and how it’s affecting the rental housing industry.
- A reintroduction to Protected Classes.
Date and Time: Tuesday, April 29 at 2 p.m. EST
Price: Free
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About the Hosts
Jonathan Meyer
Jonathan Meyer is a partner in the Governmental Practice Group and leads the firm’s National Security team. He counsels clients on their interactions with federal and state government, as well as national and homeland security, Congressional oversight, cybersecurity, AI, high tech, and transportation security, among other issues. Jon also co-leads the firm’s Congressional Investigations team and created Sheppard Mullin’s Executive Actions Tracker, which includes links to the full text of each executive action, summaries organized by subject area, in-depth analysis of the implications, and links to court challenges that have been filed.
William “Billy” Cannon
William “Billy” Cannon is the firm’s managing principal and heads the Office of Managing Principal. The Office of Managing Principal is responsible for the management of the firm’s Practice of Law Division, focusing on practice group management and performance, timekeeper performance and morale, cross referrals, quality assurance/quality control, marketing, and organic growth. In addition to Billy’s Managing Principal responsibilities, his law practice focuses on the representation of property owners and property management companies in litigation, mediations, administrative agency hearings and leasing, with a special emphasis on fair housing compliance and defense of fair housing and discrimination complaints.
Gwen Roy-Harrison
Gwen Roy-Harrison represents multi-family housing providers, real estate developers, and business owners throughout Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia in litigation and compliance matters. She regularly appears in court on behalf of property management companies, condominium and cooperative associations, and individual owners in residential and commercial landlord-tenant disputes. Gwen has also developed a niche practice in HUD compliance – advising housing providers on the nuances of the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. She defends clients faced with HUD and state-level investigations and housing discrimination complaints. She regularly conducts Fair Housing trainings for housing providers and their staff, helping clients implement practices that reduce legal risk. Her practice also includes transactional support such as drafting and reviewing leases, non-disclosure agreements, and settlement or release agreements. Gwen frequently delivers virtual and in-person presentations across the Washington Metro Region on HUD compliance, Fair Housing Act obligations, and strategies for avoiding discrimination claims. She is a native of Washington D.C. and admitted to practice in Virginia, the District of Columbia, Maryland, and California.