Important Issues in Collaborative Law Webinars
MoBarCLE and the Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee are proud to present three 1 1/2 hour interactive webinars on collaborative law.
Each session qualifies for 1.8 MCLE hours. Session III qualifies for 1.8 Ethics hours. They do not qualify for Kansas credit.
Each seminar is from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. Central Time.
Important Issues in Collaborative Law
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Session I - Collaborative Divorce: Working Together to Resolution
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
This Webinar is designed as an introduction to collaborative practice in the context of family law. Many divorcing couples are interested in resolving their disputes, not fighting with each other. Collaborative divorce offers clients a non-adversarial process in which they and their lawyers can negotiate a respectful, out-of-court settlement. Experienced collaborative practitioners will examine the basic concepts of the collaborative approach to divorce, including the goals of the collaborative process, the underpinnings of transparency and good faith, and role of the collaborative attorney as an advocate for the client’s interests. The presenters will also walk through the basic framework of a collaborative case from start to finish, explaining how the four-way lawyer/client sessions work and the role of other collaborative professionals such as divorce coaches, child specialists, and financial consultants in helping clients reach resolution. It is highly recommended that lawyers sign-up for both Sessions 1 and 2 to get a fuller understanding of the collaborative process.
This Webinar is recommended for any attorney who currently practices or wants to practice in the family law area who wants to expand his or her skills to include a practice model where attorneys advocate their client’s interests in a non-adversarial manner and who is looking for a general introduction to the collaborative model.
Moderator: Alan E. Freed, Paule, Camazine & Blumenthal PC, St. Louis
Speakers: Susan L. Amato, Attorney at Law, St. Louis; Yvonne M. Homeyer, Law Office of Yvonne M. Homeyer PC, St. Louis; and Hugh F. O’Donnell, III, Attorney at Law, Kansas City
Session II - Collaborative Divorce: The Participation Agreement and Other Documents in a Collaborative Case
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Building on Session I, this Webinar will examine the core documents that form a collaborative case and how they fit into the process. Sample documents used by different Missouri practice groups will be included in the materials. Emphasis will be placed on the limited representation language that must be included in each collaborative lawyer’s representation agreement with his or her client, as well as the key provisions of the Participation Agreement, the document that defines the collaborative process and sets out the protocols for client and attorney conduct in a collaborative matter, including the withdrawal provision in the event the process ends before an agreement is reached. Agreements between the client and other collaborative team members such as divorce coaches, child specialists and financial consultants will also be discussed.
This Webinar is recommended for any attorney who currently practices or wants to practice in the family law area, who wants to expand his or her skills to include a practice model where attorneys advocate their client’s interests in a non-adversarial manner and who is looking for a “nuts and bolts” discussion of the collaborative model.
Moderator:
Yvonne M. HomeyerSpeakers:
Susan L. Amato, Alan E. Freed, and
Hugh F. O’Donnell, III
Session III - Ethical Issues When Offering Choices: Collaborative Law, Limited Scope Representations, and Other Options for Legal Consumers
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Many lawyers and clients — whether working in the areas of corporate law, employment law, family law, personal injury, or other areas — would like to explore less adversarial approaches to resolving disputes. This Webinar explores ethical issues associated with advising clients as to their alternatives to litigation and otherwise representing clients in seeking non-litigated resolution of disputes. What defines a “collaborative” or “cooperative” lawyer or “resolution counsel” and what are the ethical risks to be considered within each role? What is the lawyer’s duty to advise regarding the alternative options? How does a lawyer ensure informed consent? How do these roles fit with the concept of “zealous representation”? Must a lawyer who works to resolve a dispute always withdraw if no agreement is reached and litigation follows? Attend and learn how to add new options to your practice, to help your clients make informed choices, and to properly document the choices made.
This Webinar is recommended for any attorney who is interested in less adversarial ways to practice and in helping clients resolve disputes in ways that lessen both the emotional and economic costs of disputes.
Moderator & Speaker:
Sarah J. Read Speaker:
John Lande, Associate Professor and Director, LL.M Program in Dispute Resolution, University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law
4 Easy Ways to Register
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Fax your registration to 573-659-8931. Please include your MasterCard, VISA, Discover, or American Express information.
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Send the completed registration form with payment to The Missouri Bar, CLE Department, P.O. Box 119, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0119.
Note: Please make payment by check, credit card or debit card. The Missouri Bar does NOT accept cash.
Information on Webinars
Convenience: Besides the convenience of not going to a conference center and paying parking fees, you can sit back and enjoy these one and one-half hour Webinars on Collaborative Law. The webinar format gives you the option of viewing the speakers' slideshow over the internet while you listen to the program on your touch-tone telephone.
Course materials: A few days before the program you will receive instructions by e-mail or fax that will include a toll-free telephone number to call on the day of the webinar, a link to view the webinar on the internet, and the web address to download the written material. If you prefer not to download the material, MoBarCLE will mail you a copy of the course materials for a $35 fee. You must make that designation on the registration form.
Credit: Each session qualifies for 1.8 MCLE credit hours. Session III qualifies for 1.8 Ethics hours. Does not qualify for Kansas credit.
Participation: At the time of the webinar, call the toll-free number to listen to the program and view the speaker’s slideshow over the internet.
Asking Questions: At the end of the program, you can push a number on your touch-tone telephone and be placed in a queue for questions. When it’s your turn, you enter the conference call in a mode that allows your question to be heard by the speakers and the rest of the telephone audience. The speakers will then discuss the question with you.
Cancellations: We know you are busy! A colleague may attend in your place if he or she could have registered at the same price. If you are unable to attend a program, cancellation of registration must be received in writing by MoBarCLE no later than 2 business days (Monday-Friday) after the program concludes. Otherwise, you will receive the course materials and audio CD in full consideration of tuition paid.
Note: The Webinar requires a touch-tone telephone.