September 2025 - Issue 1
 

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Upcoming Events, Seminars and Webinars

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Message From the Editor


Military Divorce: The Submission Process | Read More


Last Chance to Register for the AFCC-AAML 2025 Conference | Register Now


Identifying Multinational Dispute Strategies and More at the 2025 AAML Annual Meeting | Register Now


Cultures and Conversations Tomorrow | Register Now


Join Us for the Chapter Presidents Town Hall


All Fellows Must Create Their New Profiles Before October Renewals | Set Up Your New Login


AAML Foundation Update: July/August Donors | Read More


Showcase Your Expertise: Contribute to the AAML Newsletter | Pitch Your Article
 
 

Message From the Editor

By: Rod Firoozye, AAML Newsletter Editor

With Labor Day behind us, the unofficial end of summer has arrived. As children return to school and routines resume, many of us begin addressing unfinished matters that may need resolution before year-end.

 

In that spirit, this month we’re focusing on estate planning within the context of family law.

 

We’ve observed that many clients either postpone estate planning or overlook how an older estate plan might influence current family law proceedings. Estate planning can also serve as a strategic tool for asset protection — even in the absence of a prenuptial agreement. For family law attorneys representing the out-spouse, understanding the estate planning strategies employed by the other party can be critical.

 

We look forward to sharing insightful articles on this topic this month, and we hope to feature another expert interview to deepen the discussion.

 

Looking ahead to October, we’ll be exploring the concept of trauma-informed practice in family law.

 

If you’re interested in contributing an article on this upcoming topic, please don’t hesitate to reach out.


Thank you,

Rod Firoozye

Military Divorce: The Submission Process

By: Mark Sullivan and Kris Hilscher, AAML

This article explains the “10/10 rule” in military pension division and why it’s important for the retiree to attain at least 10 years of marriage overlapping 10 years of service toward retirement in order to get payments from the retired pay center to the former spouse.
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Last Chance to Register for the AFCC-AAML 2025 Conference on Advanced Issues in Child Custody

Don't Miss This Rare, Biennial Gathering


AAML is proud to once again be partnering with the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) to host the 2025 Conference on Advanced Issues in Child Custody: Evaluation, Litigation and Settlement taking place in San Francisco, Sept. 18-20. Fellows and non-Fellows are invited to register for this event.


  • AAML Fellows receive a special rate on their registration!
  • Attend a variety of sessions offering insights on the most challenging issues within family law and courts.
  • Connect with family law leaders from all over the country through numerous networking and collaborative opportunities.

 

The next opportunity to attend the AFCC-AAML Conference on Advanced Issues in Child Custody will be in 2027.
Register Now

Identify Multinational Dispute Strategies and More at the 2025 AAML Annual Meeting

As we count down to the 2025 AAML Annual Meeting, we’re excited to spotlight a session that promises quality insights from top thought leaders in family law.


Navigating Global Currents: Your Case Involves Another Country — Now What?

Jorge M. Cestero, senior partner, Sasser, Cestero & Roy, P.A. (Florida), Trish Cooper, member, Cooper Ramp Cage Bucar Lewis, LLC (Colorado), and Richard Min, partner, Green Kaminer Min & Rockmore LLP (New York)

 

This session will aid in identifying various strategies in a multinational and multijurisdictional dispute, including potential international evidence and discovery issues and when/how to build your team to serve the needs of the client/case.


View the complete CLE Program.


If you haven't booked your stay for the Annual Meeting, time is running out! The deadline to secure a room at the discounted rate is Thursday, Oct. 17.
Register Now
 

Cultures and Conversations Tomorrow!

Please join us tomorrow, Sept. 10, for Cultures and Conversations: Why Cultural Intelligence Matters, where we will discuss cultural intelligence and how we can build better communication and greater trust in our professional lives. This is a follow-up discussion to the August presentation on The Impact of Cultural Intelligence on Your Professional Relationships and will undoubtedly be informative and useful to everyone, whether or not you attended the last meeting. 

 

We look forward to seeing you at 6 p.m. CT, on Wednesday, Sept. 10!


Cultures and Conversations is a monthly webinar presentation of the Racial, Ethnic and Religious Considerations Committee of the AAML.
Register Now

Join Us for the Chapter Presidents Town Hall

The next Chapter Presidents Town Hall will be held Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 11 a.m. CT. Chapter presidents who have not received an invite should contact the AAML National Office. We hope to see you there!

All Fellows Must Create Their New Profiles Before October Renewals

With AAML's new, modern Fellowship portal, all of your Fellowship information is retained and accessible, but a new login is required to access your portal. Your previous login information is no longer valid.


Setting Up Your New Login


Head to the new portal to set up your login credentials.


Use the “Set Up an Account” (not “Log In”) tab in the pop-up window when logging in for the first time. Please enter your first and last name, email address and a new password. Your password does not need to match your previous AAML password login.


You will receive an email to verify your email address and complete your account setup. Make sure to check your spam folder if you do not receive it.


Setting up new login credentials is required to activate your login. Once your account has been set up, you may navigate to the “Log In” tab. Without an account, you will not be able to renew your Fellowship or access your Fellow benefits.


All Fellows must create their new profiles before October renewals. View this how-to video for step-by-step instructions, or contact the AAML National Office if you need support in setting up your new profile.
Set Up Your New Login

AAML Foundation Update

July/August Donors

The AAML Foundation Board of Directors thanks the donors who donated in July and August. We are truly grateful for your support and generosity.


See the full list of donors on the AAML website.
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Showcase Your Expertise: Contribute to the AAML Newsletter

Share your knowledge, elevate your profile and position yourself as a recognized expert in your field. The AAML Newsletter offers a valuable opportunity for Fellows to highlight best practices, offer fresh insights and reflect the forward-thinking work happening at their firm — all while contributing to the broader conversation shaping our profession.


Consider yourself a leader in one of the below practice areas? The Newsletter Committee invites you to submit an article on:



  • Trauma-informed practice
  • Staff management when you're out of office
  • End-of-year to-do lists/compliance check-ups
  • Or other family law related topics


If you're interested in submitting an article or would like more information, contact the AAML editorial team at editorial@aaml.org or fill out the Contributor Interest Form.
Pitch Your Ideas
 

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