What is RELANC? RELANC is a 501 (C) 6 nonprofit organization comprised of real estate closing attorneys, short sale and REO attorneys, title counselors, and litigators. Members come from all over the state of North Carolina to share a common vision focused on defending, developing and defining ethical and viable real estate business practices. RELANC is first and foremost committed to defending consumers who purchase real property in North Carolina. This advocacy focus is what differentiates RELANC from the other outstanding trade associations in North Carolina; we answer only to our members and our clients, the property-owning and -buying public. Importantly, because we do not answer to anyone but our members, we are able to — and often do— evaluate an issue and render an opinion efficiently, and have become a trusted resource for policymakers and legislators on matters related to property law. Our focus includes research, educational activities, and advocacy that combats, prevents, and seeks compensation from persons or entities which engage in practices harmful to North Carolina property owners. Additionally, RELANC provides continuing legal education and up to date information regarding relevant, immediate changes to the industry and its practitioners. In 2024, RELANC continues to be concerned about electronic closing and notary legislation and policymaking that will continue to be a focus of our lobbyist Jim Harrell’s efforts in the NC General Assembly, and of course we are deeply concerned about the necessary work to be done so that the Odyssey system and e-filing in North Carolina can be as suitable for the practice of real estate law as it is for our colleagues in other practice areas. We also continue to actively monitor, research, document, and report situations of the Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL), as they are brought to our attention. RELANC’s over 400 members include attorneys from across North Carolina, as well as from numerous independently owned title agencies, North Carolina based and national title underwriters. Many of these individual members serve on committees, task forces, and on the board of directors. Without their membership and active participation, RELANC’s work would not be possible. How YOU Can Help Advocacy, especially good advocacy, costs money. RELANC is active at all levels of policy-making as it affects our consumer-clients and the manner in which their interests in real estate are transacted and handled. Now, more than ever, RELANC needs your support, experience and dedication. Membership Membership in RELANC is $275 per year. Additional attorneys from within the same firm may join for $140. Dues payments may be made online, in person at an event, or via check payable to RELANC and sent to 4711 Hope Valley Rd #4F-132, Durham, NC 27707. Printable membership forms are available here. |