Past Programs
The BIDC is committed to providing relevant and high-quality information to professionals working in the field of divorce. Programs may be purchased individually or at a reduced cost if purchased in a package.
Pro Se Related Topics
Tani Papp, the Pro Se Litigant Coordinator for the 20th Judicial District and Jaime Watman, the Family Court Facilitator for the 20th Judicial District discuss pro se litigant issues and resources.
Family Law Update
Ms. Aitken will provide her Annual Family Law Case Review on both Published and Unpublished Opinions from 2020 and 2021 from her practice as an appellate lawyer. This program will discuss how current and future appellate cases can shape your Family Law practice moving forward.
January Social Networking Happy Hour
Fall Courtroom Workshop (Remote) * See Cancellation Message*
4th Annual Courtroom Bootcamp. A remote “mock trial” type workshop in which CFIs, PREs, and other professionals will have the chance to practice testifying and attorneys will have the chance to practice direct and cross examination of experts.
Back to School on Child Trauma
“Back to School on Child Trauma” is a whirlwind tour of the history, neurophysiology, cultural, community, and divorce ramifications of childhood trauma. A crash course for attorneys and up-to-date review for mental health professionals, participants will look at both the science and intimate childhood experience of trauma, with a special focus on the trauma of divorce in high-conflict situations. Prepare for a little bit of everything in this fast-paced, multi-faceted presentation.
Domestic Violence Awareness Presentation
Safe Shelter and Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence (SPAN) will be providing an overview of their services, policies within Domestic Relations Court cases, and work with CFIs,
2020 View From the Bench – Judge’s Panel
The Annual View from the Bench is back for Fall 2020 featuring a panel of the 20th Judicial District’s Judges and Magistrates.
View from Bench * See Cancellation Message*
Annual lunch presentation from the 20th Judicial District Bench
Cost for this event is including in each Membership Package.
Cost for Non-members is $32 and can be paid at the door.
For the Kids: High Conflict Parenting Educational Tools * See Corona Message*
Cost for this event is including in each Membership Package.
Cost for Non-members is $32 and can be paid at the door.
It’s More than a Pronoun: Transgender Children and the Best-Interests Standard
Are you a professional involved in divorce or child custody cases?
Join us for an all-day workshop that includes a foundational training on transgender basics, as well as advanced topics including parenting plans, mental health and medical treatment, and case studies. CLE/CE credit provided.
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