Thursday, April 23, 9:00 a.m.–4:45 p.m. ET
GAL for Children CE Credit:5.0 (GAL Information)
| MCLE Credit: | 6.0 (Ethics: 1.0) Pending |
| Live-Interactive Credit: | 6.0 (all formats) Pending |
All registrants will receive access to a complete set of downloadable e-book seminar materials. No printed materials will be available.
Live on Site: (lunch included)
Webcast:
Telephone:
Cosponsored with the Family Law Section of the Virginia State Bar
Join us as we celebrate more than four decades of presenting this dynamic seminar!
Our faculty comprises judges, experienced practitioners, and experts in the field of family law. They will present updates and share their expert advice on topics that are vital to family law practitioners in Virginia.
The seminar will take place at the lovely Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa in Short Pump, conveniently located just off I-64. This location provides ample meeting space and offers complimentary parking seminar attendees.
Praise from Attendees of Recent Seminars:
“Very valuable insights.”
“This is the best family law CLE. It is worth the cost.”
“Everything was wonderful. All speakers extremely knowledgeable and loved the variety of the topics. Great food, the venue was nice. Great value.”
“Overall, excellent!”
“10/10”
“Really great, I am 15 years in family law in other states but 1.5 years in VA, so this info has been invaluable for me to learn practice here.”
The Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump Reservation Information
A room block has been reserved at the Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump. To receive the special group rate of $164 (plus tax), reservations must be made on or before 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 31, or until the block is filled. Contact the hotel directly at (804) 364-3600 and ask for the Virginia Continuing Legal Education room block, or use the following link: Booking Link: VA Continuing Legal Education
Registration Deadlines:
| Webcast: | 10 minutes prior to seminar. If you register for a webcast the day of the seminar, your e-mail receipt will include a link to launch the seminar and download the materials. |
| Telephone: | Online registration ends 10 minutes prior to seminar Call (800) 979-8253 to register up to one hour prior to the seminar |
| Live on Site: | Online registration ends at 11:59 p.m. the day preceding the seminar Walk-in registration is permitted on a space-available basis |
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation/transfer requests will be honored until 5:00 p.m. the day preceding the seminar. You will, however, be charged $90 if you cancel or transfer your registration to a different seminar after the link to the materials has been e-mailed by Virginia CLE®.
Full refunds or transfers are available up to two days after a webcast in the unlikely event that you experience technical difficulties.
Dietary Restrictions: If you have dietary restrictions and are attending the seminar in person, please email tfitzgerald@vacle.org.
Inclement Weather Policy and Updates.
MCLE Credit Caveat: The MCLE Board measures credits by the time you spend in attendance. If you enter a seminar late or leave it early, or both, you must reflect those adjustments accurately in the credits you report on your credit reporting form. A code will be given at the end of the seminar, which must be written on your MCLE form.
Private recording of this program is prohibited.
Can’t Attend?
E-mail distance_ed@vacle.org to be notified when/if this program is made available as an online or USB seminar.
E-mail publications@vacle.org to be notified when/if this program’s seminar materials are made available for sale.
| 8:30 | Registration |
| 9:00 | Case Law Update Craig W. Sampson, Esq. A thorough review of significant family law cases affecting Virginia attorneys. |
| 9:50 | Legislative Update Richard E. Garriott, Jr., Esq. A comprehensive summary of the status of recent legislative changes affecting family law in Virginia. |
| 10:30 | Break |
| 10:45 | Take the Money and Run! Financial Issues in International Divorce Cases Julie C. Gerock, Esq. What do you do when money is stored in or moved to foreign bank accounts, you have property in other countries, or you are facing discovery challenges across borders? This session covers handling discovery when assets are offshore, knowing what red flags to look for, and drafting effective orders to protect your client’s interests. |
| 11:45 | Lunch (provided at seminar) |
| 12:45 | Awards Ceremony: Betty Ann Thompson Lifetime Achievement Award and the Family Law Service Award |
| 1:00 | High-Conflict Family Law Clients: Recognizing What You Can and Cannot Control Hetal M. Challah, Charlene P. Reilly Stop letting difficult clients control your practice and your peace of mind. This course gives you a framework for recognizing high-conflict personalities, understanding your circle of control, and breaking free from the negative feedback loops that fuel burnout. You’ll gain specific techniques for working with these clients without sacrificing your sanity, including how to set realistic expectations, access the right support, and manage your time in a way that will sustain a long-term career. |
| 2:30 | Break |
| 2:45 | The Witness Stand Is Not a Parenting Plan: Navigating Child Testimony Hon. Cheshire Eveleigh, Hon. Vanessa L. Jones, Hon. Michelle M. Kaminsky, Hon. Claude V. Worrell, II, with Seth J. Ragosta, Esq., moderating Should children testify in family law cases? This panel explores when it is appropriate to put a child on the stand, how to prepare them for testimony, what judges consider when hearing from children, and the potential long-term impacts on the child and the case. Our experienced panelists will discuss best practices, ethical considerations, and practical strategies for handling these sensitive situations. |
| 3:45 | We Sure Like to Change the Rules—Recent Changes to Ethics Rules and Opinions (1 hour of Ethics) Bruce H. Russell, II, Esq., Barry J. Waldman, Esq. A review of recent changes in Ethics Rules and Ethics Opinions, a discussion of their impact on family law practice, and practical steps for keeping up with future changes. |
| 4:45 | Adjourn |
Hon. Cheshire Eveleigh, 2nd Judicial District J&DR Court / Virginia Beach
Hon. Vanessa L. Jones, 12th Judicial District J&DR Court / Chesterfield
Hon. Michelle M. Kaminsky, 19th Judicial District Circuit Court / Fairfax
Hon. Claude V. Worrell, II, 16th Judicial District Circuit Court / Charlottesville
Hetal M. Challa, Supreme Court of Virginia, Office of the Executive Secretary / Richmond
Richard E. Garriott, Jr., Garriott Mauer PLLC / Virginia Beach
Julie C. Gerock, Maddox & Gerock PC / Falls Church
Seth J. Ragosta, Flora Pettit PC / Charlottesville
Charlene P. Reilly, Virginia Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program / Richmond
Bruce H. Russell, II, Bruce H. Russell, II, PC / Lebanon
Craig W. Sampson, Barnes & Diehl, PC / Richmond
Barry J. Waldman, Waldman & Associates PLLC / Fredericksburg
Carole C. Krogmann, Krogmann Miller Dragone, PLLC / McLean
Hon. Daniel E. Ortiz, Court of Appeals of Virginia / Richmond
Andi Grace Davis, Davis Law Practice PLLC / Roanoke
Carole C. Krogmann, Krogmann Miller Dragone, PLLC / McLean
Seth J. Ragosta, Flora Pettit PC / Charlottesville
Andrew T. Richmond, Mahoney Richmond Thurston, PLLC / Virginia Beach
Brooke C. Rosen, Woods Rogers PLC / Roanoke
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