Practical Advice: The Basics of Family Law Practice

MCLE Credits: 2.0
Ethics Credits Included: 0.0

Wednesday, August 31, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET Live Webcast Live Telephone Live on Site at Bobzien-Gaither Education Center 4801 Cox Road, Suite 108 (Richmond/Innsbrook - Glen Allen)
Thursday, September 15, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET Webcast with Live Q&A Telephone with Live Q&A
MCLE Credit:	2.0 (Ethics: 0.0)
Live-Interactive Credit:	2.0 (all dates, all formats)
Designation Credit:	2.0 Divorce and Family Law (Designations Information)
Registration Fees:	Live on Site: $159 Webcast: $159 Telephone: $179

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Why Attend?

Review the nuts and bolts of Family Law practice in Virginia
Examine evidentiary issues and strategies
Explore topics such as deadlines and common pleadings
Receive a solid introduction to Domestic Relations practice
BONUS: For no extra charge, after the seminar an assortment of box lunches from Boychik's Deli will be provided to those attending in person at the Bobzien-Gaither Education Center on August 31!

This course will provide an introduction to the practice of Family Law and provide participants with the basic knowledge and resources needed to navigate issues often seen in domestic relations matters. This will include an overview of equitable distribution, spousal support, child support, custody, visitation, and the role that fault-based grounds can play in divorce proceedings.

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Schedule

COURSE SCHEDULE (August 31) (Eastern Time)

11:00	Practical Advice: The Basics of Family Law Practice
1:00	Adjourn

Sign-in for live seminar attendees in Richmond begins at 10:30 a.m.
Q&A will be handled via chat room for Webcast attendees.
Q&A will be handled via e-mail for telephone seminar attendees.

COURSE SCHEDULE (September 15) (Eastern Time)

11:00	Practical Advice: The Basics of Family Law Practice
1:00	Adjourn

Q&A will be handled via chat room for Webcast attendees.
Q&A will be handled via e-mail for telephone seminar attendees.

Faculty

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Harris W. Leiner, Barnes & Diehl Attorneys at Law / Richmond

Harris W. Leiner is an equity shareholder with Barnes & Diehl, PC, and has been in private practice since graduating from the University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of law in 2001. During that time Mr. Leiner has always focused on the area of family law. Representing clients in the Court of Appeals, Circuit Courts, and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts across the Commonwealth of Virginia, he has earned a reputation as skilled negotiator and litigator. This has resulted in Mr. Leiner being named to the Virginia Business magazine’s Legal Elite as well as SuperLawyers each year from 2010 forward.

In addition to his dedication to providing zealous representation for his clients, Mr. Leiner has taken a significant amount of time over the years to give back to the community. Specifically, he acted as head coach for the YMCA Cross Country Program for 3 years and has been honored as a charity event organizer for the Make a Wish Foundation, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, and LINC (Legal Information Network for Cancer). He is an avid Florida Gators fan, spent 15 years playing bass guitar with local cover band Sloth Loves Chunk, and has recently become an enthusiastic fan of four wheeling.

Mr. Leiner lives in Richmond with his wife and two children and feels that his experience as a dedicated husband and father help him to better understand and effectively represent clients going through family law cases. He says, “I recognize that every family case is unique and requires a personalized approach to its resolution. It is my sincere goal to help people get through the process in as favorable a manner as possible.”