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The Rocky Mountain Fellows Institute was created by Fellows of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) located in Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming to develop our profession’s future leaders through a series of in-depth educational presentations led by outstanding subject matter experts in each field. The Rocky Mountain Fellows Institute is one of eight ACTEC Institutes. Learn More

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Class II, Session I – October 13-15, 2026 – Denver, CO

Latest ACTEC Trust & Estate Talk Podcast

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Welcome Class II of the Rocky Mountain Fellows Institute!
As a member of Class II, you are part of a distinguished group of professionals
dedicated to deepening your expertise to trust and estate law.

Upcoming Session

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Class II of the Rocky Mountain Fellows Institute includes a total of two three-day sessions:

Class II Session II: Dallas, TX

March 17 & 18 & 19, 2027

Graduate Spotlight

Jonathan Fitzpatrick Haskell / Class I Graduate

Jonathan is a Partner at Wade Ash LLC in Greenwood Village, CO. He was elected into the College in 2026.

Benefits for Institute Graduates

Thank You to Our Class II Sponsors

We value and appreciate the integrity and professionalism of our sponsor community.
Bessemer Trust First Western Trust Forvis Mazars Parkside Financial Bank & Trust Storgate
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Journey to ACTEC Fellowship

Become an ACTEC Fellow

Becoming an ACTEC Fellow is a distinguished honor awarded to experienced trust and estate attorneys who have demonstrated the highest level of integrity, professional expertise, and commitment to the field.

From Learning to Leading: Advancing in the T&E Profession

Fellows are peer-nominated and elected based on their exceptional reputation, contributions to the profession, and dedication to improving the practice of trust and estate law.

Resources for T&E Associates

These videos are valuable resources, offering insights into the nomination process—particularly the role State Chairs play in nominating new Fellows.

Who is ACTEC?

ACTEC is the premiere trust and estate planning fellowship in the U.S., comprised of leading lawyers in all 50 states and 16 countries. Do you have the right stuff?

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