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Pathways for Families: Family Law Workshop Series

March 23, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

In this training, volunteer attorneys will learn to help domestic violence survivors and their children find long-term safety and stability through a permanent custody and/or divorce order. Major topics covered in this training include the basic dynamics of domestic violence, trauma-informed representation, and understanding the law and procedures regarding child custody and divorce in Washington, DC.

9:30 – 12:00 | Family Law 101: Representing Domestic Violence Survivors in Custody & Divorce Cases
12:00 – 12:30 | Lunch Provided
12:30 – 1:30 | Trauma-Informed Legal Advocacy: Insights & Strategies from DCVLP’s Client Advocates
1:30 – 2:30 | Litigation Skills from a Family Law Practitioner


Organizer

Emily Gallo
Email
egallo@dcvlp.org

Venue

Covington & Burling LLP
850 10th St NW
Washington, DC 20268 United States
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Organizer

Emily Gallo
Email
egallo@dcvlp.org

Venue

Covington & Burling LLP
850 10th St NW
Washington, DC 20268 United States
+ Google Map