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Family Resolutions Specialty Court: Solution Focused

01/08/2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – The Family Resolutions Specialty Court: 10 Years of a Solution Focused Approach Presenters: Hon. Linda S. Fidnick (Ret.) & Hon. Diana Velez Harris The adversarial model that continues to prevail in most family court systems is not always the most effective method for resolving family matters. The Family Resolution Specialty Court (FRSC) in Massachusetts represents […]

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Introductory Collaborative Law Training January 2026

01/08/2026 – 01/09/2026 @ 1:30 pm – 5:30 pm – Introductory Interdisciplinary Collaborative Law Training – Roadmaps for Resolution Collaborative Training – 16 hours live virtual training – Join us for an engaging and informative virtual training provided in conjunction with the unique Collaborative Family Law Clinic at Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law. This Collaborative law related training will teach you what […]

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Conversations With the Mediators (IACP)

01/08/2026 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Join Jacinta Gallant for Conversations with The Mediators, a session designed exclusively for IACP members who are Mediators or who want to learn from Mediation Professionals. Participants will gain practical insights, explore new strategies, and connect with a supportive community of peers—building relationships with a purpose within our Collaborative network. Members login to the IACP Member […]

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AFCC Advance Training Parent Child Contact Problems

01/12/2026 – 01/15/2026 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm – Beyond the Basics: Advanced Training for Family Law Professionals on Parent–Child Contact Problem. This 16-hour practiced-focused program will give you the tools, frameworks, and nuanced strategies needed to navigate these complex cases. Expanded for 2026, this advanced training includes enriched content for mental health professionals and content tailored to lawyers, judges, and other family law […]

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Substance Abuse Solutions and Divorce

01/12/2026 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – SUBSTANCE ABUSE SOLUTIONS AND DIVORCE: Strategic Interventions & Abstinence Monitoring Substance use issues risk undermining trust, destabilizing agreements, and creating chaos for divorce professionals and clients. Colleen Moore DeVere, LMFT, MAC, a seasoned substance-use evaluator and nation-wide abstinence monitor, has over three decades of experience engaging divorce cases involving substance use. Learning Objectives – Colleen […]

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IACP Seminar – There’s No I in Team

01/15/2026 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Seminar: There’s No “I” in Team: But There’s an “I” in Conflict – Skills for Effective Collaborative Teams Online seminar to help Collaborative Practice professionals deepen conflict management skills, strengthen communication, and improve teamwork across all disciplines. Led by internationally recognized collaborative lawyer, mediator, and educator Jacinta Gallant, the program invites participants to explore how […]

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Conversación con Abogados en Español (IACP)

01/15/2026 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am – Moderadora: Betsy Vázquez, Esq. Por primera vez en la organización de la IACP, únase a nosotros para una sesión de Conversación en Español! Esta sesión está dirigida a miembros de la organización de la IACP que son abogados y hablan español. Este encuentro virtual ofrece una excelente oportunidad para conectar, compartir perspectivas globales y fortalecer […]

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International Family Law Conference Philadelphia

01/16/2026 – 01/17/2026 @ 8:00 am – 3:30 pm – United States Chapter Introduction to International Family Law Conference, Philadelphia. The program will provide a comprehensive review of international family law topics and an opportunity to learn more about Fellowship with the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL). Topics include: Hague and UCCJEA Issues – Presented by Richard Min, David Schaffer and Larry Katz How […]

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FACP Grand Rounds January 2026

01/16/2026 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Grand Rounds – Case Study: Is a Bad Deal Better than No Deal? Ethical Considerations for the Team. Presenters: Susan Keyes, Esquire Ronda Ruchs, Psy.D. Edward S. Sachs, CPA Rachel Samek, Esquire Monthly professional virtual webinars by the Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals (FACP) in the style of grand rounds in the medical profession. FACP […]

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Conversations With the Financial Neutrals (IACP)

01/21/2026 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am – Join Terri Lastovka for a discussion with Financial Neutrals in our Collaborative Practice community. This Conversation Time event will provide an opportunity to connect with a supportive community of peers and build relationships within our Collaborative network. Members login to the IACP Member Portal for the Zoom registration link.

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IACP Seminar – There’s No I in Team

01/22/2026 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Seminar: There’s No “I” in Team: But There’s an “I” in Conflict – Skills for Effective Collaborative Teams Online seminar to help Collaborative Practice professionals deepen conflict management skills, strengthen communication, and improve teamwork across all disciplines. Led by internationally recognized collaborative lawyer, mediator, and educator Jacinta Gallant, the program invites participants to explore how […]

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Conversations With the Mental Health Professionals (IACP)

01/27/2026 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am – Join Paige Crawford for a discussion with other Mental Health Professionals in our Collaborative Practice community. This Conversation Time event will provide an opportunity to connect with a supportive community of peers and build relationships within our Collaborative network. Members login to the IACP Member Portal for the Zoom registration link.

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Basic Family and Divorce Mediation Training (CCND)

01/28/2026 – 01/31/2026 @ 8:30 am – 1:30 pm – 40-Hour Basic Family & Divorce Mediation Training Connecticut Council for Non-Adversarial Divorce (CCND) This comprehensive training is designed to give each participant the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to mediate family matters. The training utilizes role plays (don’t be shy) & exercises in breakout rooms, lectures, demonstrations, videos, games (fun) and discussions in small and full […]

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IACP Seminar – There’s No I in Team

01/29/2026 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Seminar: There’s No “I” in Team: But There’s an “I” in Conflict – Skills for Effective Collaborative Teams Online seminar to help Collaborative Practice professionals deepen conflict management skills, strengthen communication, and improve teamwork across all disciplines. Led by internationally recognized collaborative lawyer, mediator, and educator Jacinta Gallant, the program invites participants to explore how […]

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Basic Family and Divorce Mediation Training (CCND)

02/03/2026 – 02/06/2026 @ 8:30 am – 1:30 pm – 40-Hour Basic Family & Divorce Mediation Training Connecticut Council for Non-Adversarial Divorce (CCND) This comprehensive training is designed to give each participant the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to mediate family matters. The training utilizes role plays (don’t be shy) & exercises in breakout rooms, lectures, demonstrations, videos, games (fun) and discussions in small and full […]

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IAFL European Chapter Meeting Barcelona

02/04/2026 – 02/08/2026 @ 12:00 am – International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL) European Chapter Meeting, Barcelona, Spain Topics will include: Understanding Behavioural Styles to Manage Yourself and Work Effectively with Others Coercion & Controlling Behaviour: Victim or Villain Acquiring Parenthood Diversity & Inclusion: The Opportunity Cycle Dealing with Modern & Unusual Assets Alternative Dispute Resolution: Financial and Children Technological Risks and […]

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Mediation and Interest-Based Negotiation Skills Training

02/04/2026 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm – Mediation & Interest-Based Negotiation Skills Training is a highly interactive workshop that is designed to teach participants how to conduct mediations and serve on Collaborative teams. The model: 1) Tell – trainers describe mediation and conflict resolution concepts and skills; 2) Show – trainers demonstrate the concepts and skills through “fishbowl” demonstrations; and 3) Practice […]

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Florida Mental Health Counselors Association – 2026 Conference

02/05/2026 – 02/07/2026 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm – This is a must-attend event for professional counselors and mental health professionals seeking to connect, learn, and grow. This premier gathering brings together experts, innovators, and practitioners to explore emerging trends and treatment modalities, critical policy issues, and evidence-based practices that shape the profession today. From insightful keynote sessions to hands-on workshops, attendees will gain […]

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IACP Seminar – There’s No I in Team

02/05/2026 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Seminar: There’s No “I” in Team: But There’s an “I” in Conflict – Skills for Effective Collaborative Teams Online seminar to help Collaborative Practice professionals deepen conflict management skills, strengthen communication, and improve teamwork across all disciplines. Led by internationally recognized collaborative lawyer, mediator, and educator Jacinta Gallant, the program invites participants to explore how […]

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Collaborative Mediation Workshop – FACP

02/06/2026 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Collaborative Mediation Workshop – Join FACP for a discussion facilitated by Heather McArthur around the use of Mediation in Collaborative cases. This webinar will be a facilitated discussion exploring the intersection of mediation and Collaborative Practice. We will discuss how mediation and the collaborative process align, where they differ, and the potential value of weaving […]

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Mediation and Interest-Based Negotiation Skills Training

02/06/2026 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm – Mediation & Interest-Based Negotiation Skills Training is a highly interactive workshop that is designed to teach participants how to conduct mediations and serve on Collaborative teams. The model: 1) Tell – trainers describe mediation and conflict resolution concepts and skills; 2) Show – trainers demonstrate the concepts and skills through “fishbowl” demonstrations; and 3) Practice […]

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INADR International Intercollegiate Mediation Tournament, UCF

02/07/2026 – 02/09/2026 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm – The INADR (InterNational Academy of Dispute Resolution) hosts annual International Intercollegiate Mediation Tournaments (IIMT) for law, graduate, and undergraduate students to practice mediation, advocacy, and client counseling in realistic dispute scenarios, featuring rounds where students act as mediators (often with co-mediators from different schools) and as  advocates and clients, judged on skill, cooperation, and achieving […]

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Mediation and Interest-Based Negotiation Skills Training

02/09/2026 – 02/10/2026 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm – Mediation & Interest-Based Negotiation Skills Training is a highly interactive workshop that is designed to teach participants how to conduct mediations and serve on Collaborative teams. The model: 1) Tell – trainers describe mediation and conflict resolution concepts and skills; 2) Show – trainers demonstrate the concepts and skills through “fishbowl” demonstrations; and 3) Practice […]

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Tools for Tough Complementary Dispute Resolution CDR Cases

02/09/2026 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm – An Interdisciplinary Panel of Divorce Professionals offers effective strategies for managing high-conflict personalities, such as those exhibiting narcissistic, coercive control, and/or substance abuse behaviors in a CDR process. Practical takeaways and tough case examples support divorce professionals facing these increasingly common behavioral challenges. A Neutral Family Law Attorney, Neutral Family Specialist, and two Neutral Financial […]

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Rethinking Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

02/10/2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Rethinking ACEs: Moving Past the Score Toward the Story The original Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) study advanced the understanding of the relationship between childhood adversity and later physical or psychological outcomes. However, there are limitations to applying population-level ACE research findings to individual clinical or forensic cases and specific limitations of the ACE Questionnaire, itself. […]

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IACP Seminar – There’s No I in Team

02/12/2026 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Seminar: There’s No “I” in Team: But There’s an “I” in Conflict – Skills for Effective Collaborative Teams Online seminar to help Collaborative Practice professionals deepen conflict management skills, strengthen communication, and improve teamwork across all disciplines. Led by internationally recognized collaborative lawyer, mediator, and educator Jacinta Gallant, the program invites participants to explore how […]

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Virtual Florida Mental Health Counselors Association Summit 2026

02/20/2026 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Virtual Summit of the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association (FMHCA) – Required Courses for Relicensure. Enjoy 3 hours on “The Counselor’s Survival Guide to Ethical Counseling in a Politicized Era.”  Learn practice tools for differential diagnosis when you’re working with challenging and complicated symptom presentations during the “Avoiding Medical Errors by Using Tools for Differential […]

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The Space Between: Strengthening Client Relationships

02/25/2026 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am – Join Lisa Herrick, Ph.D., a highly respected psychologist and Collaborative divorce coach, for an insightful webinar on strengthening client relationships beyond team meetings. Building, maintaining, and deepening our connections with clients is most effectively done outside of scheduled sessions. These supportive relationships are crucial for enabling clients to succeed in the process. Clients need to […]

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INADR International Intercollegiate Mediation Tournament, Chicago

03/04/2026 – 03/07/2026 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm – The INADR (InterNational Academy of Dispute Resolution) hosts annual International Intercollegiate Mediation Tournaments (IIMT) for law, graduate, and undergraduate students to practice mediation, advocacy, and client counseling in realistic dispute scenarios, featuring rounds where students act as mediators (often with co-mediators from different schools) and as  advocates and clients, judged on skill, cooperation, and achieving […]

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Resolving Disputes, Enhancing Justice: The Benefits of Court ADR

03/04/2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Join judicial leaders from the ABA’s trial, appellate, and specialized courts, plus top ADR experts, to master court-annexed Alternative Dispute Resolution. Learn how to strategically select mechanisms (such as mediation), maximize efficiency and refine advocacy skills to secure durable, just settlements, enhancing both client outcomes and court administration. Panelists Hon. Mimi Tsankov, Hon. Yvette Ayala […]

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Guide to Working with Parent Child Contact Problems

03/04/2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Going it Alone: An Individual Therapist’s Guide to Working with Parent Child Contact Problems (PCCPs), Terry Singh, PhD, ABPP & Joel Mader, MEd, RPsych This webinar will present an integrative single-therapist framework for providing reunification therapy to resolve parent-child contact problems (PCCPs). This webinar will include: a description of the general and theoretical context of […]

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Fellows Collaborative Skills Training: High Conflict Resolution

03/06/2026 @ 8:45 am – 3:45 pm – In-Person Fellows Collaborative Skills Training (FCST): “High Conflict Resolution” Presenter: Bill Eddy, LCSW, JD, an internationally recognized expert in high-conflict resolution. He is the co-founder of the High Conflict Institute and creator of the High Conflict Personality (HCP) Theory. A former family law attorney and licensed clinical social worker, Bill has trained legal, mental health, […]

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AAML Midyear Meeting 2026

03/10/2026 – 03/13/2026 @ 12:00 am – The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) Midyear Meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona is an annual gathering that blends professional development with personal renewal in a laid-back environment. Step away from the daily demands of your family law practice and invest in what matters most: your firm, your future and your family. A balanced schedule of […]

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Beyond the Trauma in Divorce Work: Puerto Rico Retreat

03/15/2026 – 03/19/2026 @ 12:00 am – Beyond the Trauma in Divorce Work: A Retreat to Recover Clarity, Calm, Compassion & Joy. If you’re a frazzled family mediator, collaborative or affiliated divorce professional who is ready to slow down, tune into yourself, and get free from the traumatic effects of your work, then join us for a retreat where you will come […]

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CDFA Connect Networking and Knowledge Conference

03/20/2026 @ 12:00 am – CDFA Connect Networking and Knowledge Conference. Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts. Collaborative breakout sessions: Instead of separating by experience level, each breakout group will be a pre-assigned blend of beginner, intermediate, and advanced CDFA professionals so you can learn from each other, share perspectives, and build meaningful peer connections. You’ll participate in two different breakout […]

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Family Mediators Association (FMA) annual conference 2026

04/14/2026 – 04/15/2026 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm – Family Mediators Association (FMA) 2026 annual conference. AI – Authentic Intelligence for Family Mediators and for children and families in conflict. This is NOT a conference about Artificial Intelligence! Through group work, authoritative presentations, and workshops, our ambition will be to: Reflect and work on our Authenticity and Emotional Intelligence as mediators Explore the ways […]

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Innovative Settlement Processes in Family Court

04/16/2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Utilizing Innovative Settlement Processes in Family Court Hon. Dolores Bomrad (Ret.), Hon. Randy Fuller, and Todd Wetsel, JD Innovative dispute resolution processes in family court invite litigants to resolve their own presenting issues with support and assistance of trained professionals within and as supplement to the court system. Join a discussion of creative strategies for […]

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Getting Started in Collaborative Divorce – Basic Training

04/22/2026 – 04/24/2026 @ 9:30 am – 4:30 pm – BC Collaborative Roster Society Getting Started in Collaborative Divorce (Basic Training in the Collaborative Model of Dispute Resolution). The training will be in person at the UBC Robson Square and attendees must be present for the entirety of all sessions. Discussion and small group work are a crucial part of this process. Successful completion of […]

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Beneath the Surface: Trauma-Informed Courts

05/05/2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Family court proceedings often involve chaotic presentations and emotions that run high. It has become increasingly critical for judges to be trauma-informed to better understand the family’s journey, their needs, and the impact of decisions from the bench. Join Judge Gayl Carr for the introduction of the NCJFCJ Bench Card for Trauma-Informed Courts and a […]

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IAFL Symposium Kuala Lumpur

05/19/2026 @ 12:00 am – IAFL Symposium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia This one day  Symposium will feature international experts and renowned family lawyers from a number of jurisdictions from Asia Pacific and far beyond. Topics will include What’s Hot in: Marriage and Divorce in Cross Border Disputes Parenting Matters in Cross Border Disputes Property Division in Cross Border Disputes Registration Link

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AFCC 2026 Conference Seattle

05/27/2026 – 05/30/2026 @ 12:00 am – AFCC 63rd Annual Conference in Seattle, Washington Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) strives to offer a wide range of conference sessions highlighting different research, advocacy positions, policies, practices, programs, and ideas. Some programs may be evidence-based, while others may report on works in progress, emerging practices, or policy initiatives. The goal of the conference is […]

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Ethical Challenges in Collaborative Law and Practice

06/04/2026 – 06/06/2026 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm – European Network for Collaborative Practice (ENCP) presents Ethical Challenges in Collaborative Law and Practice. Conference Schedule Presentations include: Collaborative Skills: Modernizing Applications and Usage Dealing with Ethical Challenges by Centering Yourself – Impulse Workshop with the Japanese Wooden Sword Lessons from a Bad Collaborative Case Observation and processing models as ethical guidance in the CP […]

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Synthetic Realities: AI, the Metaverse, and Family Law

06/10/2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Synthetic Realities: AI, the Metaverse, and the Future of Family Law Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the landscape of family law, introducing unprecedented challenges across every professional role—from judges and lawyers to therapists, mediators, and policy makers. This webinar explores how AI technologies are reshaping the practice, ethics, and human dynamics of family law. Justice […]

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National Family Law Conference Bellagio Hotel 2026

06/25/2026 – 06/27/2026 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm – National Family Law Conference annual family law conference in Las Vegas, Nevada This event is for ambitious family law attorneys who aspire to AAML Fellowship as well as AAML Fellows looking to sharpen their edge as a distinguished leader in family law. The fast-paced learning and networking experience will accelerate your practice, expand your influence […]

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New Zealand Family Law and Mediation Conference

08/13/2026 – 08/14/2026 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Central Otago (New Zealand) Family Law and Mediation Conference – Wānaka 2026 International conference in Aotearoa New Zealand. This is an international conference with material relevant for all family lawyers, parenting coordinators, and mediators working in the family law Standard registration $990.00 Includes Welcome Drinks, 2 dinners and both conference. More Information Registration Link

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AAML Annual Meeting 2026 Chicago

11/04/2026 – 11/07/2026 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm – The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) Annual Meeting in 2026 in Chicago, Illinois will bring together hundreds of prestigious family lawyers who will engage in thought-provoking CLE opportunities. At the meeting, there will be: Opportunities to connect with AAML Fellows across the nation on timely and relevant challenges within family law Dedicated time with […]

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AFCC 2026 Symposium on Child Custody

11/05/2026 – 11/07/2026 @ 12:00 am – AFCC 17th Symposium on Child Custody in Orlando, Florida. Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) strives to offer a wide range of conference sessions highlighting different research, advocacy positions, policies, practices, programs, and ideas. Some programs may be evidence-based, while others may report on works in progress, emerging practices, or policy initiatives. The goal of the […]

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AAML Midyear Meeting 2027 St Thomas

03/02/2027 – 03/05/2027 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm – The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) Midyear Meeting in St Thomas is an annual gathering that blends professional development with personal renewal in a laid-back environment. Step away from the daily demands of your family law practice and invest in what matters most: your firm, your future and your family. There will be a […]

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AFCC 2028 Conference Los Angeles

05/31/2028 – 06/03/2028 @ 12:00 am – AFCC 65th Annual Conference in Los Angeles, California. Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) strives to offer a wide range of conference sessions highlighting different research, advocacy positions, policies, practices, programs, and ideas. Some programs may be evidence-based, while others may report on works in progress, emerging practices, or policy initiatives. The goal of the conference […]

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