7/11 Zoom Legal Assistant Training | Family Law, 3 Sessions

3 Sessions | Friday, July 11

9:00 AM - 1:45 PM Pacific on Zoom

BHBA’s Legal Assistant Training Program for Family Law in California is designed specifically for legal assistants working in family law practices. This series will equip legal assistants and paralegals with knowledge and skills necessary to support family law attorneys in their practice.

Upon completion of all 3 sessions, participants will have a thorough understanding of family law practice in California, including relevant laws, court procedures, and practical skills related to family law forms and processes.

Introduction to California Family Law – This session offers an overview of family law in California, covering the basics of divorce, child custody, and property division. It will also address relevant state laws and regulations, court procedures, common issues that arise in family law cases, and more.

Family Law Forms and Procedures in California – This session focuses on the practical aspects of family law practice in California, including the use of forms and specific court procedures. It will include a deep dive into Requests for Orders (RFOs), covering practical elements such as filing and service. The session will also discuss common timeframes for family law cases, custody considerations, the preparation of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs), pay stub analysis, and more.

Advanced Topics in California Family Law – This session delves into more complex and specialized topics in family law practice in California. It will cover advanced issues such as insights from the bench, discovery procedures, the preparation of declarations, reading basic tax returns, understanding financial information, and more.

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What's Included With the Training?

Your registration fee includes access to the preeminent reference manual for legal assistants, the Law Office Procedures Manual, complemented by additional materials, handouts, and a completion certificate. The lectures are delivered by BHBA member attorneys, each of whom is an expert in their respective field, ensuring that you receive the highest quality instruction.

The cost to attend this 3-session course is $500. The registration fee covers the Law Office Procedures Manual, handouts, materials, and a completion certificate.

Group registration and multi-session discounts are available. Reach out help@bhba.org for more information.