California MCLE - Family Law Courses
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Counterclaiming for Custody and Addressing Problems with Discovery
The Georgia Legislature amended O.C.G.A. §19-9-23. This CLE course will address the old law versus the new law regarding counterclaims for custody. In addition, this CLE course will walk through the necessary steps to deal with discovery violations, including how to obtain attorney fees, when an opposing counsel refuses to comply with discovery. More Info
$501General Credit -
Introduction to Divorce Actions in New Jersey
This CLE course will provide a primer and broad overview of the divorce process in New Jersey. The course is geared for new attorneys, or seasoned attorneys who have not previously practiced in the area of family law. The course will discuss both the procedural and substantive issues that arise in divorce actions. It will also touch on the availability and use of Alternate Dispute Resolution techniques. More Info
$501General Credit -
The Intersection of Elder Law and Estate Planning
Elder law is the practice of several different but intersecting areas of law. This CLE course, presented by attorney Aaron Futterman, will offer a comprehensive overview of elder law and estate planning and the legal issues as they relate to matrimony, personal injury, trusts, real estate, social security, taxes, and debtor/credit law. The course will also explain its impact on Medicaid, Medicare, guardianship, and veterans’ benefits. Recent updates, especially related to changes in the tax la... More Info
$501General Credit -
The Intersection between Immigration and Matrimonial Law
Our panel of experts, an attorney specializing in family and matrimonial law, and an attorney specializing in immigration and nationality law, will discuss issues relating to immigration law as it arises in prenuptial agreements and divorce proceedings. They will address how the veracity of a marriage is determined when questions of citizenship arise, along with focusing on ethical issues that arise in such matters. More Info
$501.25General Credits -
Strategies for Successful Mediations and Negotiations
In the mediation process, there are certain strategies that may be employed to maximize the likelihood of a favorable outcome. While the goal is always Win-Win, the means to get to that goal is one that is often tailored to the parties, the nature of the dispute, the relative bargaining positions of the parties, etc. In this CLE course there will be a discussion of a number of strategies that might be employed in a particular mediation. Any discussion on mediation needs to discuss posi... More Info
$751.75General Credits -
Elder Law for Family Law Attorneys
With more and more seniors filing for divorce, family law attorneys should familiarize themselves with some unique issues that seniors face when going through a divorce and how a potential settlement may affect those issues. In this CLE course, attorney Maurice Giro will discuss: What is elder law? What kind of benefits may my client be eligible for? What is Medicaid and SSI? How may a support award effect my client’s eligibility for certain benefits? Equitable distributions and its interplay wi... More Info
$751.75General Credits -
Spousal Abuse Petitions for I-360 and I-751 Cases
There are specific criteria and considerations in psychosocial evaluations for spousal abuse cases, specifically when handling immigration petitions. Here, attorney Mark Silver discusses how such cases are evaluated from a clinical perspective with the consideration for the client's immigration petition. He examines the cycles of abuse and the challenges the victim faces in the context of their marriage to an American citizen, as well as the major types of abuse and characteristics of abusers.... More Info
$501.25General Credits -
Unique Divorce Issues Arising under Jewish Law
Jewish couples getting divorced face unique religious law issues with potential secular law ramifications. The ketuba, a central element of a Jewish wedding, is actually a legal document with financial implications. In order to dissolve a Jewish marriage, a Get (writ of divorce) is necessary. The Get requires the mutual participation of husband and wife, and in some cases the withholding of a Get has been threatened or utilized as a tool for negotiation leverage or simply out of spite. In... More Info
$501.25General Credits -
Equitable and Not So Equitable Division of Real Estate in Divorce
The process of dividing and distributing real property between spouses in a divorce complex, inconsistent, and confusing. What factors do courts consider in deciding whether a sale, buyout or deferred sale is appropriate? Who will keep the marital home? How do courts divide the proceeds of sale? Can your client recover the money that his or her parents lent on the marital home? Real estate, unlike liquid assets, does not automatically become marital property subject to a 50/50 division even if... More Info
$751.75General Credits -
Matrimonial Law from A to Z
This CLE course will review all the issues involved in a divorce matter, from whether the parties meet the residency requirements to the signing of the Judgment of Divorce. The course will provide both the law and practical real-world tips. Topics Include: Child Custody Forensic Evaluations Child Support Spousal Maintenance Equitable Distribution (distribution of assets) Attorney Fees Learning Objectives: A basic familiarity with matrimonial law in New York State.... More Info
$751.25General Credits