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At this seminar, the speakers will present an in depth analysis of how to best communicate and represent clients who have experienced the effects of trauma in the form of threats, imminent harm, and/or family abuse. The cycle of violence and issues including barriers to leaving will be addressed, as well as how to prepare your client for the court process, including working with advocates and maintaining confidentiality. The client interview process will be discussed, followed by a role play. This seminar will feature a view from the Bench of these cases.
Speakers
The Honorable Jeanne L. Shepard
Magistrate Judge Family Court
William J. Balkun, Esq.
Law Office of William J. Balkun, Warwick
Melissa Leahey, MS
Deputy Director Pretrial Services Unit
Bridgette J. Louro, Esq.
Director of Family Law Center, RI Legal Services
Moderator
Barbara L. Margolis, Esq.
If you are not a member of the Volunteer Lawyer Program, please contact us to JOIN today and receive further information on the registration process. Please note you must be a member of the VLP, Elderly or US Armed Forces pro bono program and agree to accept a family law case to register and attend FREE of charge. Staff members Elisa King, eking@ribar.com or John Ellis, jellis@ribar.com will be happy to provide further details. You may also reach them at 401-521-5040 or 401-421-7758.
This seminar will be available as a live webinar through Zoom or in-person at the Rhode Island Bar Association classroom. Please indicate your preference when registering.
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