Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
The December workshop is on December 10, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed.
Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals. All of our presenters are volunteers.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45.
Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
http://www.secondsaturdaydivorcecoaching.org/
Our brochures are now available in the Law Library and the Information desk at the courthouse.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Friday, November 18, 2011
Susan Stauffers New Address
Please note that Susan Stauffer has a new address, starting December 1st:
401 East McLoughlin Blvd, Vancouver
mailing address: P.O. Box 247, Vancouver, WA 98666
and phone/fax: 1-877-511-9688 will remain unchanged.
401 East McLoughlin Blvd, Vancouver
mailing address: P.O. Box 247, Vancouver, WA 98666
and phone/fax: 1-877-511-9688 will remain unchanged.
FLS December Meeting
Colleagues:
It is that time of year again – our annual holiday party. It will be held at Tommy O’s on Wednesday, December 14th. No CLE credits will be offered. We need a witty and brave soul to be our Santa this year. I’d also appreciate any help with gift ideas – Commissioner Schienberg has already provided me with a bag of goodies she has been gathering throughout the year.
I really need attendees to RSVP early for this meeting. It will give us the opportunity to shop for appropriate (or inappropriate) gifts. Please RSVP by December 5th.
CCBA FLS – December 14, 2011 MEETING
No topics, just our holiday party
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: Santa
WHEN: Wednesday, December 14, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch. Please put your bar number on the checks. If you want to pay at the door, email Meredith at lawmer@mckellgraff.com with check numbers and bar numbers. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge.
RSVP: Please RSVP by December 5, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Meredith McKell Graff, 3214 NE 42nd Street, Vancouver, WA 98663.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by responding to this email.
It is that time of year again – our annual holiday party. It will be held at Tommy O’s on Wednesday, December 14th. No CLE credits will be offered. We need a witty and brave soul to be our Santa this year. I’d also appreciate any help with gift ideas – Commissioner Schienberg has already provided me with a bag of goodies she has been gathering throughout the year.
I really need attendees to RSVP early for this meeting. It will give us the opportunity to shop for appropriate (or inappropriate) gifts. Please RSVP by December 5th.
CCBA FLS – December 14, 2011 MEETING
No topics, just our holiday party
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: Santa
WHEN: Wednesday, December 14, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch. Please put your bar number on the checks. If you want to pay at the door, email Meredith at lawmer@mckellgraff.com with check numbers and bar numbers. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge.
RSVP: Please RSVP by December 5, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Meredith McKell Graff, 3214 NE 42nd Street, Vancouver, WA 98663.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by responding to this email.
Monday, November 7, 2011
SECOND SATURDAY
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce The November workshop is on November 12, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed.
Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals. All of our presenters are volunteers.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45.
Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
http://www.secondsaturdaydivorcecoaching.org/
Our brochures are now available in the Law Library and the Information desk at the courthouse.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed.
Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals. All of our presenters are volunteers.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45.
Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
http://www.secondsaturdaydivorcecoaching.org/
Our brochures are now available in the Law Library and the Information desk at the courthouse.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
November FLS Meeting
CCBA FLS – November 9, 2011 MEETING
As a follow up on one of the topics at our last meeting, we are having Mary Hatzenbeler present the topic of “Child-Centered/Age Specific Parenting Plans.” As you may recall, there was a general call to revisit our “local court rule” visitation. It was suggested we form a subcommittee to review and suggest possible changes. This meeting can serve as a platform for such a group.
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: Mary Hatzenbeler / Child-Centered/Age Specific Parenting Plans.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00 for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Please put your bar number on the checks. If you want to pay at the door, email Meredith at lawmer@mckellgraff.com with check numbers and bar numbers. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, November 7, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Meredith McKell Graff, 3214 NE 42nd Street, Vancouver, WA 98663
As a follow up on one of the topics at our last meeting, we are having Mary Hatzenbeler present the topic of “Child-Centered/Age Specific Parenting Plans.” As you may recall, there was a general call to revisit our “local court rule” visitation. It was suggested we form a subcommittee to review and suggest possible changes. This meeting can serve as a platform for such a group.
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: Mary Hatzenbeler / Child-Centered/Age Specific Parenting Plans.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00 for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Please put your bar number on the checks. If you want to pay at the door, email Meredith at lawmer@mckellgraff.com with check numbers and bar numbers. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, November 7, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Meredith McKell Graff, 3214 NE 42nd Street, Vancouver, WA 98663
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
SECOND SATURDAY
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
The October workshop is on October 8, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801.
Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
The October workshop is on October 8, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801.
Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
OCTOBER 12 FLS MEETING - WED INSTEAD OF THURS
The family law bench has graciously agreed to another “town hall” meeting for our next FLS luncheon.
It will be held at the Family Law Annex on Wednesday, October 12th from noon to 1:00 p.m. I will coordinate with the powers that be on what court room number. Lunch will not be provided. I will check with the bar to see if CLE credit is available. If so, there will be a nominal fee for the CLE credit.
It will be held at the Family Law Annex on Wednesday, October 12th from noon to 1:00 p.m. I will coordinate with the powers that be on what court room number. Lunch will not be provided. I will check with the bar to see if CLE credit is available. If so, there will be a nominal fee for the CLE credit.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
FLS SEPT MEETING
CCBA FLS – September 8, 2011 MEETING
This is our first meeting following the summer break.
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: Jolene Sell will be discussing the new changes to the parentage act.
WHEN: Thursday, September 8, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, September 5, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Meredith McKell Graff, 3214 NE 42nd Street, Suite B, Vancouver, WA 98663.
This is our first meeting following the summer break.
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: Jolene Sell will be discussing the new changes to the parentage act.
WHEN: Thursday, September 8, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, September 5, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Meredith McKell Graff, 3214 NE 42nd Street, Suite B, Vancouver, WA 98663.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Second Saturday
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
The September workshop is on September 10, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
If anyone would like a supply of our brochures to hand out to clients, please let me know - Vickie Kesala vkesala@gmail.com or 360-326-3083 - and I will bring some to your office or mail them to you. Thanks!
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Second Saturday
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
The August workshop is on August 13, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
The August workshop is on August 13, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
Monday, July 18, 2011
WSBA Family Law Executive Committee Election
Everyone will be receiving ballots for the upcoming WSBA Family Law Section Executive Committee election for 2011. Our own Danni Liebman is up for a position on the executive committee. Please support Danni by filling out your ballot!
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Lori Gascon New Contact Information
Effective July 1, 2011, Lori Gascon will be joining Jeffrey D. Barrar, PS.
Her new contact information is as follows:
500 W. 8th Street, Suite 210
Vancouver, WA 98660
360.906.7234
lgascon@barrarlaw.com
Her new contact information is as follows:
500 W. 8th Street, Suite 210
Vancouver, WA 98660
360.906.7234
lgascon@barrarlaw.com
Second Saturday
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
The July workshop is on July 9, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
The July workshop is on July 9, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants - they pay a reduced fee or no fee at all.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Letter from new FLS President
Colleagues,
As Elizabeth mentioned at our last meeting, I will be taking over as president of the CCBA FLS in September. I want to thank Elizabeth and her fellow officers, Laura Mancuso and Robin Krane, for all their hard work last year. I look forward to working with Meredith McKell Graff and Jennifer Kirkman in the upcoming year.
I will be using the summer “down” months in preparation of our Fall section meeting. If people have suggestions, please feel free to call or email me. I have already had suggestions about a detailed Treasurer report each month.
Also, please note there has been a form change on the Washington Court’s website. We have a new “Declaration in Support of Parenting Plan” as of this month. It is downloadable for free here: http://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/
Chris
As Elizabeth mentioned at our last meeting, I will be taking over as president of the CCBA FLS in September. I want to thank Elizabeth and her fellow officers, Laura Mancuso and Robin Krane, for all their hard work last year. I look forward to working with Meredith McKell Graff and Jennifer Kirkman in the upcoming year.
I will be using the summer “down” months in preparation of our Fall section meeting. If people have suggestions, please feel free to call or email me. I have already had suggestions about a detailed Treasurer report each month.
Also, please note there has been a form change on the Washington Court’s website. We have a new “Declaration in Support of Parenting Plan” as of this month. It is downloadable for free here: http://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/
Chris
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
FLS Update
The Family Law Section’s June meeting was the final meeting before summer break. I am pleased to announce our new officers for next year are Chris Boyd as President; Jennifer Kirkman as Secretary; and Meredith McKell Graff as Treasurer. I loved serving our section for the past two years but am very confident in our future officers!
Our next meeting will be September 8, 2011. The topic and location are TBD.
If you would like to attend a CCBA FLS meeting and do not currently receive the email updates, please email our new president, Christopher Boyd, at cboyd@vancouverlaw.net.
Our next meeting will be September 8, 2011. The topic and location are TBD.
If you would like to attend a CCBA FLS meeting and do not currently receive the email updates, please email our new president, Christopher Boyd, at cboyd@vancouverlaw.net.
Monday, June 6, 2011
SECOND SATURDAY
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
The June workshop is on June 11, 2011.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801.
Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
The June workshop is on June 11, 2011.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801.
Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
Friday, June 3, 2011
CCBA FLS – JUNE 9, 2011 MEETING
CCBA FLS – JUNE 9, 2011 MEETING
The June meeting is our last meeting before we break for the summer so I will announce our new officers for the 2011-2012 year. The meeting following the June meeting will most likely be September 8, 2011 unless something important comes up over the summer.
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: “When Your Client Needs Financial Planning: how an investment firm, a bank, and an independent financial planner can help.” Helping family law attorneys offer options to our clients will be guest speakers: Andy Nygard with Edward Jones; Jennifer Rhoads, Director of Wealth Management with First Independent Bank; and, Mark Martel with Martel Wealth Advisors Inc.
WHEN: Thursday, June 9, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, June 6, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
The June meeting is our last meeting before we break for the summer so I will announce our new officers for the 2011-2012 year. The meeting following the June meeting will most likely be September 8, 2011 unless something important comes up over the summer.
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: “When Your Client Needs Financial Planning: how an investment firm, a bank, and an independent financial planner can help.” Helping family law attorneys offer options to our clients will be guest speakers: Andy Nygard with Edward Jones; Jennifer Rhoads, Director of Wealth Management with First Independent Bank; and, Mark Martel with Martel Wealth Advisors Inc.
WHEN: Thursday, June 9, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, June 6, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Thursday, May 5, 2011
SECOND SATURDAY
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
The May workshop is on May 14, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801.
Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
QUESTION: Is anyone interested in setting up a similar workshop for men? I have been approached about this. My participation in Second Saturday has been a rewarding experience for me and I think Clark County men in transition would benefit from a similar workshop. However, I think it would be better if men led that effort. If anyone is interested in exploring that possibility, please contact me: Vickie Kesala 326-3083 or vkesala@gmail.com.
The May workshop is on May 14, 2011. 8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801.
Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
QUESTION: Is anyone interested in setting up a similar workshop for men? I have been approached about this. My participation in Second Saturday has been a rewarding experience for me and I think Clark County men in transition would benefit from a similar workshop. However, I think it would be better if men led that effort. If anyone is interested in exploring that possibility, please contact me: Vickie Kesala 326-3083 or vkesala@gmail.com.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
CCBA IMPORTANT UPDATE
All –
It was brought to my attention that Diane Wheeler was laid off by the Board of Directors yesterday. As of today, the CCBA does not have an Executive Director.
I’m not sure if everyone is aware of the amount of time and effort Diane gives the FLS. She has been a major source of support for us. For the foreseeable future, our FLS officers must cover her duties. This puts enormous importance on our officers for next year. If there is no CCBA next year, there is no question that we should continue the FLS as but we will need to make some major changes like reformulating the duties of our officers and possibly adding another officer.
There is a CCBA General Meeting on Monday, May 9 (this coming Monday) and I think it would be a good idea if our members attended.
Diane wants the group to know how much she enjoyed and appreciated working with us and that she will miss us all.
It was brought to my attention that Diane Wheeler was laid off by the Board of Directors yesterday. As of today, the CCBA does not have an Executive Director.
I’m not sure if everyone is aware of the amount of time and effort Diane gives the FLS. She has been a major source of support for us. For the foreseeable future, our FLS officers must cover her duties. This puts enormous importance on our officers for next year. If there is no CCBA next year, there is no question that we should continue the FLS as but we will need to make some major changes like reformulating the duties of our officers and possibly adding another officer.
There is a CCBA General Meeting on Monday, May 9 (this coming Monday) and I think it would be a good idea if our members attended.
Diane wants the group to know how much she enjoyed and appreciated working with us and that she will miss us all.
Monday, May 2, 2011
FLS MAY MEETING
CCBA FLS – MAY 12, 2011 MEETING
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: “Building Bridges, Managing Conflict: What we can Learn from Neuroscience” with Lydia Byhardt Bollinger, a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in both marriage and family therapy and trauma counseling, and Erin Ruff, a conflict resolution specialist, mediator, trainer, and public policy advocate. They will discuss what happens in the brain when a person experiences conflict; when you try to help others solve conflicts; what neuroscience can teach us about how to facilitate conflict resolution; and, how to prevent future conflicts?
WHEN: Thursday, May 12, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.0for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge. Remember that last month some of you paid for the CLE and did not get credit. Please inform our treasurer if that’s the case and you want CLE credit this month.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, May 9, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by responding to this email.
JUNE MEETING – LAST MEETING OF THE YEAR: On the docket for June 9 is: “When Your Client Needs Financial Planning: how an investment firm, a bank, and an independent financial planner can help.” Helping family law attorneys offer options to our clients will be guest speakers: Andy Nygard with Edward Jones , Jennifer Rhoads, Director of Wealth Management with First Independent Bank, and Mark Martel with Martel Wealth Advisors Inc.
Remember that we need new officers for next year so please consider volunteering! We have three positions, President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Serving as an officer is a great way to connect with your colleagues. Please let me know if you are interested in serving the FLS.
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: “Building Bridges, Managing Conflict: What we can Learn from Neuroscience” with Lydia Byhardt Bollinger, a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in both marriage and family therapy and trauma counseling, and Erin Ruff, a conflict resolution specialist, mediator, trainer, and public policy advocate. They will discuss what happens in the brain when a person experiences conflict; when you try to help others solve conflicts; what neuroscience can teach us about how to facilitate conflict resolution; and, how to prevent future conflicts?
WHEN: Thursday, May 12, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.0for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge. Remember that last month some of you paid for the CLE and did not get credit. Please inform our treasurer if that’s the case and you want CLE credit this month.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, May 9, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by responding to this email.
JUNE MEETING – LAST MEETING OF THE YEAR: On the docket for June 9 is: “When Your Client Needs Financial Planning: how an investment firm, a bank, and an independent financial planner can help.” Helping family law attorneys offer options to our clients will be guest speakers: Andy Nygard with Edward Jones , Jennifer Rhoads, Director of Wealth Management with First Independent Bank, and Mark Martel with Martel Wealth Advisors Inc.
Remember that we need new officers for next year so please consider volunteering! We have three positions, President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Serving as an officer is a great way to connect with your colleagues. Please let me know if you are interested in serving the FLS.
Monday, April 25, 2011
CCBA FLS NEEDS NEW OFFICERS!
Hi Everyone -
The CCBA FLS needs your help! We need new officers for next year so please consider volunteering! We have three positions, President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Serving as an officer is a great way to connect with your colleagues.
Please let me know if you are interested in serving the FLS.
-Elizabeth
The CCBA FLS needs your help! We need new officers for next year so please consider volunteering! We have three positions, President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Serving as an officer is a great way to connect with your colleagues.
Please let me know if you are interested in serving the FLS.
-Elizabeth
Monday, April 18, 2011
Recap and Upcoming Meetings
The Family Law Section April 2011 meeting was hit with a snafu! Our scheduled speaker, Josh Foreman, was scheduled to take the train from King County to Clark County in order to join us. Unfortunately, I learned two hours in advance that the train Josh was scheduled to take was delayed and he could not make it. I was forced to find some content for our members at the last minute but thanks to the camaraderie and overall interest our members have in lively discussion, I had two members, Jolene Sell and Steve Bogdon lead discussion. Both were quite interesting and informative. One discussion was about a potential requirement for parents going through divorces in Clark County to take a parenting class. This is currently a requirement in Idaho and Oregon. I have received a lot of feedback from our members on this topic.
During the April meeting we learned that Michael Langsdorf is retiring so congratulations to Michael! Also, the FLS voted to sponsor the annual Clark County Bar Association BBQ as we did last year.
Our next meeting will be May 12 in the lounge at Tommy O’s in downtown Vancouver from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. per usual. The topic is “Building Bridges, Managing Conflict: What we can Learn from Neuroscience” with Lydia Byhardt Bollinger, a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in both marriage and family therapy and trauma counseling, and Erin Ruff, a conflict resolution specialist, mediator, trainer, and public policy advocate. They will discuss what happens in the brain when a person experiences conflict; when you try to help others solve conflicts; what neuroscience can teach us about how to facilitate conflict resolution; and, how to prevent future conflicts.
Our last meeting for the year will be June 9, same time, same place. The topic: “When Your Client Needs Financial Planning: how an investment firm, a bank, and an independent financial planner can help.” Helping family law attorneys offer options to our clients will be guest speakers: Andy Nygard with Edward Jones , Jennifer Rhoads, Director of Wealth Management with First Independent Bank, and Mark Martel with Martel Wealth Advisors Inc.
Remember that we need new officers for next year so please consider volunteering! We have three positions, President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Serving as an officer is a great way to connect with your colleagues. Please let me know if you are interested in serving the FLS.
If you would like to attend a CCBA FLS meeting and do not currently receive the email updates, please email me at Elizabeth@elizabethchristy.com.
During the April meeting we learned that Michael Langsdorf is retiring so congratulations to Michael! Also, the FLS voted to sponsor the annual Clark County Bar Association BBQ as we did last year.
Our next meeting will be May 12 in the lounge at Tommy O’s in downtown Vancouver from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. per usual. The topic is “Building Bridges, Managing Conflict: What we can Learn from Neuroscience” with Lydia Byhardt Bollinger, a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in both marriage and family therapy and trauma counseling, and Erin Ruff, a conflict resolution specialist, mediator, trainer, and public policy advocate. They will discuss what happens in the brain when a person experiences conflict; when you try to help others solve conflicts; what neuroscience can teach us about how to facilitate conflict resolution; and, how to prevent future conflicts.
Our last meeting for the year will be June 9, same time, same place. The topic: “When Your Client Needs Financial Planning: how an investment firm, a bank, and an independent financial planner can help.” Helping family law attorneys offer options to our clients will be guest speakers: Andy Nygard with Edward Jones , Jennifer Rhoads, Director of Wealth Management with First Independent Bank, and Mark Martel with Martel Wealth Advisors Inc.
Remember that we need new officers for next year so please consider volunteering! We have three positions, President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Serving as an officer is a great way to connect with your colleagues. Please let me know if you are interested in serving the FLS.
If you would like to attend a CCBA FLS meeting and do not currently receive the email updates, please email me at Elizabeth@elizabethchristy.com.
Friday, April 8, 2011
CCBA FLS – APRIL 14, 2011 MEETING
CCBA FLS – APRIL 14, 2011 MEETING
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: We are lucky to have Joshua Foreman travel all the way from King County for our April 14 meeting! He will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory for how to win a custody case.
WHEN: Thursday, April 14, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00 for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, April 11, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
FUTURE MEETINGS: On the docket for May 12 is “Building Bridges, Managing Conflict: What we can Learn from Neuroscience” with Lydia Byhardt Bollinger, a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in both marriage and family therapy and trauma counseling, and Erin Ruff, a conflict resolution specialist, mediator, trainer, and public policy advocate. They will discuss what happens in the brain when a person experiences conflict; when you try to help others solve conflicts; what neuroscience can teach us about how to facilitate conflict resolution; and, how to prevent future conflicts?
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: We are lucky to have Joshua Foreman travel all the way from King County for our April 14 meeting! He will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory for how to win a custody case.
WHEN: Thursday, April 14, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00 for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, April 11, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
FUTURE MEETINGS: On the docket for May 12 is “Building Bridges, Managing Conflict: What we can Learn from Neuroscience” with Lydia Byhardt Bollinger, a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in both marriage and family therapy and trauma counseling, and Erin Ruff, a conflict resolution specialist, mediator, trainer, and public policy advocate. They will discuss what happens in the brain when a person experiences conflict; when you try to help others solve conflicts; what neuroscience can teach us about how to facilitate conflict resolution; and, how to prevent future conflicts?
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Second Saturday
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
The April workshop is on April 9, 2011.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
The April workshop is on April 9, 2011.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
CCBA FLS – APRIL 14, 2011 MEETING
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: We are lucky to have Joshua Foreman travel all the way from King County for our April 14 meeting! He will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory for how to win a custody case.
WHEN: Thursday, April 14, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00 for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, April 11, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by simply responding to this email.
FUTURE MEETINGS: On the docket for May 12 is “Building Bridges, Managing Conflict: What we can Learn from Neuroscience” with Lydia Byhardt Bollinger, a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in both marriage and family therapy and trauma counseling, and Erin Ruff, a conflict resolution specialist, mediator, trainer, and public policy advocate. They will discuss what happens in the brain when a person experiences conflict; when you try to help others solve conflicts; what neuroscience can teach us about how to facilitate conflict resolution; and, how to prevent future conflicts?
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: We are lucky to have Joshua Foreman travel all the way from King County for our April 14 meeting! He will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory for how to win a custody case.
WHEN: Thursday, April 14, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST: The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for one CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00 for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, April 11, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by simply responding to this email.
FUTURE MEETINGS: On the docket for May 12 is “Building Bridges, Managing Conflict: What we can Learn from Neuroscience” with Lydia Byhardt Bollinger, a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in both marriage and family therapy and trauma counseling, and Erin Ruff, a conflict resolution specialist, mediator, trainer, and public policy advocate. They will discuss what happens in the brain when a person experiences conflict; when you try to help others solve conflicts; what neuroscience can teach us about how to facilitate conflict resolution; and, how to prevent future conflicts?
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
FLS Update
The Family Law Section March 2011 meeting was spectacular! We had renowned writer Phil Margolin featured as our guest speaker. He spoke about his days as a trial attorney, his path to being a celebrated writer, and his humorous outlook on his books becoming movies. Mr. Margolin drew a large crowd and was a pleasure to have our guest.
Our next meeting will be April 14 and I am excited to introduce Joshua Foreman, a prominent attorney from King County, as our presenter. Mr. Foreman will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory on how to win a custody case. Mr. Foreman is well known for his marketing niche as an attorney fighting for Dad’s. We are offering one CLE credit for this presentation.
Our last meeting in June before our summer hiatus is right around the corner so I’d like all of our members to start thinking about being an officer for the FLS next year. We have three positions, President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Serving as an officer is a great way to connect with your colleagues. Please let me know if you are interested in serving the FLS.
As a reminder, the monthly meetings are every second Thursday of the month. We have social time from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. and then a presentation from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The meetings are typically held at Tommy O’s in downtown Vancouver and cost $13.00 for lunch. If you are a member of the CCBA and FLS the CLE credit costs $5.00. For nonmembers, the CLE credit costs $10.00
If you would like to attend a CCBA FLS meeting and do not currently receive the email updates, please email me at Elizabeth@elizabethchristy.com.
Our next meeting will be April 14 and I am excited to introduce Joshua Foreman, a prominent attorney from King County, as our presenter. Mr. Foreman will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory on how to win a custody case. Mr. Foreman is well known for his marketing niche as an attorney fighting for Dad’s. We are offering one CLE credit for this presentation.
Our last meeting in June before our summer hiatus is right around the corner so I’d like all of our members to start thinking about being an officer for the FLS next year. We have three positions, President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Serving as an officer is a great way to connect with your colleagues. Please let me know if you are interested in serving the FLS.
As a reminder, the monthly meetings are every second Thursday of the month. We have social time from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. and then a presentation from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The meetings are typically held at Tommy O’s in downtown Vancouver and cost $13.00 for lunch. If you are a member of the CCBA and FLS the CLE credit costs $5.00. For nonmembers, the CLE credit costs $10.00
If you would like to attend a CCBA FLS meeting and do not currently receive the email updates, please email me at Elizabeth@elizabethchristy.com.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
AAML Family Law Conference
AS SCOTT HORENSTEIN MENTIONED AT OUR LAST MEETING, THE ANNUAL WASHINGTON CHAPTER OF THE AAML CLE IS BEING HELD ON FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2011 AT THE CONVENTION CENTER IN SEATTLE. IT PROMISES TO BE A GREAT CLE AND THE DETAILS ARE BELOW. SO FAR ONLY THREE CLARK COUNTY LAWYES HAVE SIGNED UP. WE ALWAYS BRAG TO THE SEATTLE FOLKS THAT CLARK COUNTY ATTENDENACE FAR OUTSTRIPS THE REST OF THE STATE FROM A PERCENTAGE STANDPOINT SO PLEASE MAKE YOUR PLANS TO ATTEND.
AAML
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
The Washington Chapter Presents Its 17th Annual Family Law Conference
Friday, March 18, 2011
“FAMILY LAW: PRACTICE TIPS/AVOIDING THE PITFALLS”
Don’t miss this hard hitting seminar, packed with timely topics at an intermediate/advanced level. Top drawer speakers focusing on practical nuts and bolts topics in a creative manner.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME - Kenneth E. Brewe and Scott J. Horenstein, Seminar Co-Chairs
PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY AND ETHICAL PITFALLS FACING THE FAMILY LAW PRACTITIONER – Sam B. Franklin and Robert B. Gould
EVIDENTIARY TRAPS, TECHNIQUES, AND TIPS WITH A FAMILY LAW EMPHASIS - Karl B. Tegland
THE DEVIL IS IN THE DETAILS: QDROS DIVIDING RETIREMENT BENEFITS UNDER ERISA - Douglas M. Love
TEN TIPS FROM THE BENCH: AVOIDING APPELLATE HEARTACHE- Judge J. Robert Leach,
Washington State Court of Appeals, Division I
COHABITATION: TAX ISSUES FOR THE UNWARY - Steven J. Kessler, CPA, ABV, CVA
MA
MAINTENANCE CLAIMS IN LONGER TERM MARRIAGES - THE ROCKWELL FACTOR -
Thomas G. Hamerlinck
FAMILY LAW CASE LAW UPDATE: trends in recent decisions,
IN THE HOPPER AND ON THE HORIZON – Catherine Wright Smith and Valerie Villacin
SHARED PARENTING – CAN YOUR CLIENT RELOCATE? - H. Michael Finesilver
Join Us!
Registration:
Registration Fee $275
5.25 General and 1 Ethics CLE credits approved
Visit our website to register/pay online: www.aaml-wa.org
Email/call me to request a Registration Form to register and pay via mail
Family Law Conference will be held at the Washington State Convention Center, Seattle
Contact:
Kelli L. Saunders, Seminar Director
Law Offices of Sherri M. Anderson, PLLC
11222 Roosevelt Way NE, Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98125
kellis@smalaw.biz
206.254.1234
AAML
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
The Washington Chapter Presents Its 17th Annual Family Law Conference
Friday, March 18, 2011
“FAMILY LAW: PRACTICE TIPS/AVOIDING THE PITFALLS”
Don’t miss this hard hitting seminar, packed with timely topics at an intermediate/advanced level. Top drawer speakers focusing on practical nuts and bolts topics in a creative manner.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME - Kenneth E. Brewe and Scott J. Horenstein, Seminar Co-Chairs
PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY AND ETHICAL PITFALLS FACING THE FAMILY LAW PRACTITIONER – Sam B. Franklin and Robert B. Gould
EVIDENTIARY TRAPS, TECHNIQUES, AND TIPS WITH A FAMILY LAW EMPHASIS - Karl B. Tegland
THE DEVIL IS IN THE DETAILS: QDROS DIVIDING RETIREMENT BENEFITS UNDER ERISA - Douglas M. Love
TEN TIPS FROM THE BENCH: AVOIDING APPELLATE HEARTACHE- Judge J. Robert Leach,
Washington State Court of Appeals, Division I
COHABITATION: TAX ISSUES FOR THE UNWARY - Steven J. Kessler, CPA, ABV, CVA
MA
MAINTENANCE CLAIMS IN LONGER TERM MARRIAGES - THE ROCKWELL FACTOR -
Thomas G. Hamerlinck
FAMILY LAW CASE LAW UPDATE: trends in recent decisions,
IN THE HOPPER AND ON THE HORIZON – Catherine Wright Smith and Valerie Villacin
SHARED PARENTING – CAN YOUR CLIENT RELOCATE? - H. Michael Finesilver
Join Us!
Registration:
Registration Fee $275
5.25 General and 1 Ethics CLE credits approved
Visit our website to register/pay online: www.aaml-wa.org
Email/call me to request a Registration Form to register and pay via mail
Family Law Conference will be held at the Washington State Convention Center, Seattle
Contact:
Kelli L. Saunders, Seminar Director
Law Offices of Sherri M. Anderson, PLLC
11222 Roosevelt Way NE, Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98125
kellis@smalaw.biz
206.254.1234
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Title 26 GAL Upcoming Training
The Clark County Bar Association is having Title 26 GAL Training pamphlet in April. Josephine Townsend is looking for volunteers to provide instruction. If you can help with this please contact Josephine at:
360-694-7601
jctownsend@aol.com
360-694-7601
jctownsend@aol.com
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
CCBA FLS MARCH 10 MEETING
CCBA FLS – MARCH 10, 2011 MEETING – 2ND REMINDER
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: Phil Margolin is scheduled to speak about his interesting writing career, his system for writing a novel, and sources for some of his ideas. Mr. Margolin is a former trial attorney who since 1996 has been writing full-time. All of his novels have been New York Times bestsellers. His bio is attached if you are interested in reviewing it prior to the meeting.
WHEN: Thursday, March 10, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST : The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch AND WE ARE NOT OFFERING A CLE FOR THIS PROGRAM. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, March 7, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by simply responding to this email.
FUTURE MEETINGS: On April 14 Joshua Foreman from King County will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory for how to win a custody case.
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: Phil Margolin is scheduled to speak about his interesting writing career, his system for writing a novel, and sources for some of his ideas. Mr. Margolin is a former trial attorney who since 1996 has been writing full-time. All of his novels have been New York Times bestsellers. His bio is attached if you are interested in reviewing it prior to the meeting.
WHEN: Thursday, March 10, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social time. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST : The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch AND WE ARE NOT OFFERING A CLE FOR THIS PROGRAM. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, March 7, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by simply responding to this email.
FUTURE MEETINGS: On April 14 Joshua Foreman from King County will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory for how to win a custody case.
CLE and Staff Referral
Kathy McCann, Scott Horenstein, and I are teaching a CLE next Wednesday, March 9, 2011 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Red Lion at the Quay. It’s called “Starting and Sustaining a Law Practice.” We would like to encourage all Family Law Section members to attend and support their fellow members! Please email me for the flyer:
elizabeth@elizabethchristy.com
Kelly Kelly, one of our local GAL’s, Is looking for a part time assistant who is somewhat familiar with the court system. If you have any leads please contact her.
kelly9377@comcast.net
elizabeth@elizabethchristy.com
Kelly Kelly, one of our local GAL’s, Is looking for a part time assistant who is somewhat familiar with the court system. If you have any leads please contact her.
kelly9377@comcast.net
Friday, February 25, 2011
March 10 Correction
I just learned that I cannot offer a CLE credit for the March 10 meeting. If you plan on coming, only pay beforehand for lunch which is $13.00.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Second Saturday
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
March workshop is on Saturday, March 12, 2011
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
March workshop is on Saturday, March 12, 2011
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801. Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
YMCA Parenting Classes
PARENTS HELPING PARENTS CLASSES at YWCA
-Wednesday March 9, 2011 – July 26, 2011
-YWCA
-3609 Main Vancouver, WA
-Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
*Registration Required, Space is Limited* at www.mlnfamilyservices.org
Parents Will Learn How to:
• Create healthy communication in the family
• Recognize family breakdowns
• Discipline in a proactive way
• Learn to identify the developmental stages of a child
• Influence the behaviors of their children
• Discipline their children in chaotic and confusing situations
• Nonviolent parenting; parenting with love
• Form support groups with other parents
FEE: $10.00 per person per session to be paid in full by the end of session 8.
(20 sessions X $10.00=$200.00 per course)
Send Payment to: POB 1022 Vancouver WA 98666
CONTACT MLN FAMILY SERVICES (360) 573-9637 ofc (360) 901.6329 cell www.mlnfamilyservices.org
-Wednesday March 9, 2011 – July 26, 2011
-YWCA
-3609 Main Vancouver, WA
-Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
*Registration Required, Space is Limited* at www.mlnfamilyservices.org
Parents Will Learn How to:
• Create healthy communication in the family
• Recognize family breakdowns
• Discipline in a proactive way
• Learn to identify the developmental stages of a child
• Influence the behaviors of their children
• Discipline their children in chaotic and confusing situations
• Nonviolent parenting; parenting with love
• Form support groups with other parents
FEE: $10.00 per person per session to be paid in full by the end of session 8.
(20 sessions X $10.00=$200.00 per course)
Send Payment to: POB 1022 Vancouver WA 98666
CONTACT MLN FAMILY SERVICES (360) 573-9637 ofc (360) 901.6329 cell www.mlnfamilyservices.org
Past and Future Meetings
Thank you to all of our members, presenters, and supporters who turn out for the meetings every month.
Our February meeting was a success and resulted in a subcommittee being formed to facilitate local rules for parenting coordinators. Dr. Poppleton and Dr. Dudley who are pictured here were our presenters and did a fantastic job.
The next meeting is on March 10 and we have Phil Margolin scheduled to speak about his interesting writing career, his system for writing a novel, and sources for some of his ideas. Mr. Margolin is a former trial attorney who since 1996 has been writing full-time. All of his novels have been New York Times bestsellers.
The monthly meetings are every second Thursday of the month. We have social time from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. and then a presentation from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The meetings are typically held at Tommy O’s in downtown Vancouver and cost $13.00 for lunch. If you are a member of the CCBA and FLS the CLE credit costs $5.00. For nonmembers, the CLE credit costs $10.00.
On April 14 Joshua Foreman, a prominent attorney from King County, will speak to the group about his specialty of the law and his theory for how to win a custody case.
The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers is hosting its 17th annual family law conference on Friday, March 18 at the WA State Convention Center in Seattle and the WSBA Family Law Section Midyear will be held from June 17-19 at the Davenport Hotel in Spokane. Topics for both look timely and advanced. Please contact me for specifics.
If you would like to attend a CCBA FLS meeting and do not currently receive the email updates, please email me at Elizabeth@elizabethchristy.com.
Our February meeting was a success and resulted in a subcommittee being formed to facilitate local rules for parenting coordinators. Dr. Poppleton and Dr. Dudley who are pictured here were our presenters and did a fantastic job.
The next meeting is on March 10 and we have Phil Margolin scheduled to speak about his interesting writing career, his system for writing a novel, and sources for some of his ideas. Mr. Margolin is a former trial attorney who since 1996 has been writing full-time. All of his novels have been New York Times bestsellers.
The monthly meetings are every second Thursday of the month. We have social time from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. and then a presentation from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The meetings are typically held at Tommy O’s in downtown Vancouver and cost $13.00 for lunch. If you are a member of the CCBA and FLS the CLE credit costs $5.00. For nonmembers, the CLE credit costs $10.00.
On April 14 Joshua Foreman, a prominent attorney from King County, will speak to the group about his specialty of the law and his theory for how to win a custody case.
The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers is hosting its 17th annual family law conference on Friday, March 18 at the WA State Convention Center in Seattle and the WSBA Family Law Section Midyear will be held from June 17-19 at the Davenport Hotel in Spokane. Topics for both look timely and advanced. Please contact me for specifics.
If you would like to attend a CCBA FLS meeting and do not currently receive the email updates, please email me at Elizabeth@elizabethchristy.com.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
FLS FEBRUARY MEETING
CCBA FLS – FEBRUARY 10, 2011 MEETING
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: The presentation will be on parenting coordinators and will be presented by Dr. Poppleton and Dr. Dudley. They will discuss what a parenting coordinator is; their role; how they are the same or different from a mediator, arbitrator, evaluator, or therapist; what the elements of a parenting coordinators order should be; what cases are appropriate for parenting coordinator; costs in comparison to litigation; confidentiality; and the attorneys role.
WHEN: Thursday, February 10, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST : The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for ONE CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00 for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, February 7, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by simply responding to this email.
FUTURE MEETINGS: On the docket for March 10 we have Phil Margolin scheduled to speak about his interesting writing career, his system for writing a novel, and sources for some of his ideas. On April 14 Joshua Foreman from King County will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory for how to win a custody case.
TOPIC/SPEAKERS: The presentation will be on parenting coordinators and will be presented by Dr. Poppleton and Dr. Dudley. They will discuss what a parenting coordinator is; their role; how they are the same or different from a mediator, arbitrator, evaluator, or therapist; what the elements of a parenting coordinators order should be; what cases are appropriate for parenting coordinator; costs in comparison to litigation; confidentiality; and the attorneys role.
WHEN: Thursday, February 10, 2011 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is social. The announcements and presentation begin at about 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tommy O’s, 801 Washington Street, Vancouver, in the lounge.
COST : The cost of the meeting will be $13.00 for lunch plus $5.00 for ONE CLE credit for CCBA FLS members. If you are not a member of the CCBA and FLS the cost is $13.00 for lunch and $10.00 for the CLE credit. Judges, Commissioners, and speakers are always free of charge
RSVP: Please RSVP by Monday, February 7, 2011 by sending your payment to our section’s Treasurer, Laura Mancuso, at Marsh, Higgins, Beaty & Hatch P.C., 1112 Daniels Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Judges and Commissioners may RSVP by simply responding to this email.
FUTURE MEETINGS: On the docket for March 10 we have Phil Margolin scheduled to speak about his interesting writing career, his system for writing a novel, and sources for some of his ideas. On April 14 Joshua Foreman from King County will speak to the group about his specialty of the law (Dad’s) and his theory for how to win a custody case.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
NEW SELF SUPPORT RESERVE
The self-support reserve in the Child Support Worksheets has changed.
As you may know, the self-support reserve is calculated at 125% of the federal poverty level.
HHS published in the Federal Register last week the new 2011 HHS Poverty Guidelines, which say that the poverty level for this year is $10,890. Multiplied by 125% and divided by 12 months makes the new self-support reserve $1,134 per month (a whopping $6 increase!). I'
There have also been some changes to tax withholding--income tax withholding increased and FICA decreased.
As you may know, the self-support reserve is calculated at 125% of the federal poverty level.
HHS published in the Federal Register last week the new 2011 HHS Poverty Guidelines, which say that the poverty level for this year is $10,890. Multiplied by 125% and divided by 12 months makes the new self-support reserve $1,134 per month (a whopping $6 increase!). I'
There have also been some changes to tax withholding--income tax withholding increased and FICA decreased.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Second Saturday
Second Saturday workshop: What Women Need to Know About Divorce
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish. February workshop: Saturday February 12, 2011.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801.
Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
The workshop is co-presented by a lawyer, financial planner, mediator and counselor. Its purpose is to educate women in transition so they can make informed decisions about how they want to proceed. Participants will get general information about processes, legal requirements and how to interact effectively with professionals.
8:00 am - 8:30 am registration, 8:30 am program begins, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm program will finish. February workshop: Saturday February 12, 2011.
Location: Heart Connections, 305 West 16th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660.
Contact person to RSVP: Lynne Smith (360) 213-1801.
Cost: $45. Scholarships are available for low-income participants.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
MOCK TRIAL
It’s that time of year again! Jennifer Snider and Teresa Foster are looking for attorneys who would like to volunteer to rate the teams at Mock Trial.
The tournament will be held on Wednesday and Thursday, February 23 and 24, 2011. The rounds will start at the following times:
Wednesday: 12:30pm 2:45pm 5:00pm
Thursday: 12:30pm 2:45pm 5:00pm
The trials are held at the Clark County Courthouse. Raters need to assemble for each round in the first floor jury assembly room. They should arrive a few minutes early to get room assignments and score sheets. The Bar Association will provide food. Each round lasts about 2 hours (some additional time may be needed to score the rounds or in the event we are running behind).
If you are interested in volunteering please contact Jennifer Snider,
jens@j-slaw.com or Teresa Foster, tfoster@mbavancouverlaw.com
Thanks for volunteering!
The tournament will be held on Wednesday and Thursday, February 23 and 24, 2011. The rounds will start at the following times:
Wednesday: 12:30pm 2:45pm 5:00pm
Thursday: 12:30pm 2:45pm 5:00pm
The trials are held at the Clark County Courthouse. Raters need to assemble for each round in the first floor jury assembly room. They should arrive a few minutes early to get room assignments and score sheets. The Bar Association will provide food. Each round lasts about 2 hours (some additional time may be needed to score the rounds or in the event we are running behind).
If you are interested in volunteering please contact Jennifer Snider,
jens@j-slaw.com or Teresa Foster, tfoster@mbavancouverlaw.com
Thanks for volunteering!
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Future FLS Meetings
The Family Law Section has continued to have large turnouts at their monthly meetings!
On February 10 we will have Landon Poppleton, PhD speak about parenting coordinators. As some of you know, parenting coordinators are just starting to be used here and are quickly becoming a hot trend.
On March 10 we have Phil Margolin scheduled to speak about his interesting writing career, his system for writing a novel, and sources for some of his ideas.
On April 14 Joshua Foreman from King County will speak to the group about his specialty of the law and his theory for how to win a custody case.
The monthly meetings are every second Thursday of the month. We have social time from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. and then a presentation from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The meetings are typically held at Tommy O’s in downtown Vancouver and cost $13.00 for lunch. If you are a member of the CCBA and FLS the CLE credit costs $5.00. For nonmembers, the CLE credit costs $10.00.
On February 10 we will have Landon Poppleton, PhD speak about parenting coordinators. As some of you know, parenting coordinators are just starting to be used here and are quickly becoming a hot trend.
On March 10 we have Phil Margolin scheduled to speak about his interesting writing career, his system for writing a novel, and sources for some of his ideas.
On April 14 Joshua Foreman from King County will speak to the group about his specialty of the law and his theory for how to win a custody case.
The monthly meetings are every second Thursday of the month. We have social time from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. and then a presentation from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The meetings are typically held at Tommy O’s in downtown Vancouver and cost $13.00 for lunch. If you are a member of the CCBA and FLS the CLE credit costs $5.00. For nonmembers, the CLE credit costs $10.00.
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