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Parenting, Precedent & Practice: AAML's Summer Article Roundup
Your Associates Can Help Take Your Practice to the Next Level | Register Today
Don't Miss These Mission-Critical Insights for Fellows at the AAML Annual Meeting | Register Now
Save the Date: 2027 National Family Law Conference in Nashville
Foundation Update: The Power of One Billable Hour | Read More
Attention Fellows: Help Shape the Future of AAML Through Volunteer Service
Join Us for September's Let's Talk About It Discussion on Creating and Maintaining Inclusive Workspaces | Register Now
Showcase Your Expertise: Contribute to the AAML Newsletter | Submit Your Article
September Webinar: Tax Updates, Tariffs and Valuation Considerations | Register Now
| | Parenting, Precedent & Practice: AAML's Summer Article Roundup | |
Dive into recent articles exploring stepparent custody, military parenting, Ohio marriage law and the business side of family law practice:
Whether you're advising clients, navigating complex family law issues or leading a practice, these articles offer insights worth adding to your summer reading list.
| | Your Associates Can Help Take Your Practice to the Next Level | | |
The AAML Institute for Family Law Associates returns Sept. 25–28 in Chicago with two dynamic CLE tracks designed to meet associates where they are in their careers.
Introductory Course
- Builds foundational skills in:
- Litigation
- Financial issues
- Ethics
- Practice Management
Advanced Course
- Dives into complex topics, including:
- Child-related matters
- Complex parenting plans
- Custody valuation
- Advanced litigation strategy
Beyond the CLE, associates will learn from leading AAML Fellows, build meaningful mentor and peer relationships and become part of the next generation of family law leaders. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect and grow with the best in the profession.
Seats for the introductory course are nearly sold out — don't wait to register to secure a spot for your team!
All attendees must be sponsored by an AAML Fellow and must provide their sponsoring Fellow’s information during registration.
| | Don't Miss These Mission-Critical Insights for Fellows at the AAML Annual Meeting | | |
The Family Law Operative program is packed with high-level intelligence for family law practitioners navigating complex financial cases, emerging dispute-resolution strategies and sophisticated asset division challenges. Add these and other can't-miss sessions to your mission at the 2026 AAML Annual Meeting:
- Operation Waterfall: Follow the Carry. Break the Expert.
- Learn how to identify, classify and value carried interests in complex divorce matters.
- Gain practical strategies for dissecting expert opinions and executing effective cross-examinations when valuations are under scrutiny.
- License to Arbitrate: Debunking Misconceptions, Mastering High-Asset Cases and Understanding UFLAA's Practical Effect
- Discover why arbitration is increasingly becoming a powerful tool in high-asset family law cases.
- Walk away with practical guidance on implementing arbitration strategies and understanding the real-world impact of the UFLAA.
- Casino Royale: The High-Stakes World of Luxury Asset Division
- Go inside the valuation, sale and division of art, jewelry, watches, wine and other luxury assets.
- Learn how experts uncover hidden value, navigate market realities and avoid common pitfalls that can jeopardize settlements.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain practical insights from leading practitioners and sharpen your approach to some of family law's most complex issues.
| | Save the Date: 2027 National Family Law Conference in Nashville | | June 24-26, 2027 | Grand Hyatt Nashville | Nashville, TN | |
The 2027 National Family Law Conference, June 24–26, 2027, will bring together AAML Fellows, respected colleagues and high-caliber practitioners from across the nation for a dynamic experience centered on connection, collaboration and professional growth.
This is where Fellows:
- Expand their national influence
- Strengthen referral relationships
- Showcase their expertise
- Engage with the profession's most respected attorneys
- Build meaningful connections that lead to future opportunities
The National Family Law Conference also provides the one opportunity each year for non-Fellows who may be considering the next steps toward Fellowship to connect and foster relationships with current AAML Fellows.
Save the date and plan to join us as we return to Nashville.
| | The Power of One Billable Hour | |
For decades, the AAML Foundation has demonstrated that the Academy’s commitment to families extends far beyond the courtroom. Since its inception, the Foundation has awarded grants to 178 charitable organizations in 33 states and the District of Columbia, providing more than $3.27 million in support to programs that strengthen and protect children and families.
The Annual Campaign for Billable Hour Donations remains the Foundation’s largest fundraising initiative and the driving force behind its ability to make these grants. Every contribution directly supports the Foundation’s mission and expands its ability to respond to the needs of worthy charitable organizations nationwide.
We are especially proud to share that the 2026 Billable Hour Campaign achieved its fundraising goal of $365,000 by July 31, 2026, and to date, the campaign has raised an extraordinary $376,265 this year. This accomplishment reflects the generosity, dedication and philanthropic spirit of AAML Fellows across the country. On behalf of the Foundation, we extend our deepest gratitude to every Fellow who contributed to this year’s campaign. Your support will directly impact the organizations and individuals who rely on Foundation grants and will help ensure that deserving charities continue to receive vital assistance.
| | Attention Fellows: Help Shape the Future of AAML Through Volunteer Service | |
The strength of the Academy has always come from the dedication of Fellows who are willing to share their time, talents and experience in service to the organization and our profession.
Fellows will have received an email inviting you to volunteer for an AAML committee, project or leadership role. Through volunteer service, you help ensure that our Academy continues to set the standard for excellence in family law, provide meaningful CLE opportunities, advocate for important issues affecting families and support the next generation of leaders in our profession.
We encourage you to explore the available opportunities and submit the interest form in the email by Friday, Sep. 11, 2026. Fellows also can reach out to office@aaml.org for the link.
| Join Us for September's Let's Talk About It Discussion | | From Policies to Pronouns — Creating and Maintaining Inclusive Workspaces | | Join us Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 6 p.m. CT for a candid and practical Q&A conversation on creating respectful and inclusive workspaces. The conversation will address common workplace questions and real-world challenges, including navigating inclusive policies and practices, fostering respectful communication, supporting employees through workplace transitions and balancing individual needs with organizational responsibilities. | | Showcase Your Expertise: Contribute to the AAML Newsletter | |
Share your knowledge, elevate your profile and position yourself as a recognized expert in family law. The AAML Newsletter offers a valuable opportunity to highlight best practices, offer fresh insights and showcase the forward-thinking work happening at your firm.
Use our new article submission form to share your thought leadership. AAML Fellowship is not required to be featured in the AAML Newsletter. Please contact the AAML editorial team at editorial@aaml.org with any questions.
| | Join Us for the September Webinar | Economic Change Meets Family Law: Tax Updates, Tariffs and Valuation Considerations | |
Tax law changes, tariffs and evolving economic conditions are creating new financial considerations in divorce matters. Join us Friday, Sept. 18, at noon CT for a practical webinar led by Stacy Preston Collins, managing director at Stout, that will explore how these developments may influence business valuations, income analyses, support issues and settlement negotiations. Through real-world examples, you'll gain insights to identify emerging risks, better evaluate complex financial information and confidently advise clients in an increasingly dynamic economic environment.
Complimentary to Fellows. This program is not eligible for CLE credit.
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