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Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) & Other Protections: What to Know - Live Webinar

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM (CDT)
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Category: Hot Topic
PRESENTER 

Jennifer Owen, Attorney, Higier Allen & Lautin

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

  • Over three women are killed daily in the U.S. by a husband or boyfriend.

  • In 2023, 205 people in Texas died due to intimate partner violence.

  • About 1 in 5 women and 1 in 20 men in Texas have experienced sexual assault.

The Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA) is a U.S. federal law that protects victims of domestic violence in housing matters—such as allowing lease termination and prohibiting discrimination by landlords based on a victim’s housing history related to abuse.  VAWA applies to tax credit, and other affordable housing properties. 

Texas law provides lease termination rights for survivors of family violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and outlines ways rental property owners can support these individuals.   The proof required, and the type of length of notice given, varies depending on the basis for the termination request.  This class will provide an overview of the applicable laws, and provide best practices for responding to requests from tenants based on these protections.

Jennifer is a graduate of Washington University School of Law, has been practicing law since 1986 and has been active in The Apartment Association of Greater Dallas and the Legal Services Program.  Ms. Owen is a frequent speaker at legal seminars and is an author of the Briefcase column in Rooflines.  Ms. Owen concentrates her practice in landlord/tenant law.  She has represented property owners and managers in eviction suits, security deposit claims, fair housing matters, property damage, personal injury and deceptive trade claims, construction warranty claims and employment matters. 
Registration Policy:
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Webinar details will be provide 72 hours prior to the event.  Each individual who will be attending and participating in the course must be registered.

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Cancellation Policy: 

All cancellations must be submitted in writing to the AAGD Education Department. A written confirmation from the Education Department will be sent via email approving the cancellation if it is in writing and on time. We accept student substitutions for those that miss the cancellation deadline and are unable to attend. ALL NO SHOWS WILL BE BILLED WITHOUT EXCEPTION. By registering for the this program you agree that you have read and understand the cancellation policy.

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Program Pricing:

Academy $49.00
Member $59.00
Non-Member $79.00

Ticket includes attendance for 1 individual!
A ticket should be purchased for each person who intends on viewing the webinar.  Anyone in attendance who did not previously register, will be billed without exception.