Family Law
Message from FLEXCOM Leadership
Introducing Legislative Lens: A New Monthly Briefing on California Family Law, Policy, and Community Initiatives
By Leslie L Abrigo, CLS-F
The California Lawyers Association Family Law Executive Committee (FLEXCOM) is pleased to launch Legislative Lens, a new monthly free webinar series designed to keep family law practitioners informed, connected, and supported through timely updates on legislation, policy developments, and community-based initiatives impacting family law practice throughout California.
The inaugural Legislative Lens program will take place on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., and will be held live via Zoom. The program is free to attend, though advance registration is required.
Register here: Legislative Lens – January 8, 2026
About Legislative Lens
Legislative Lens is FLEXCOM’s newest educational initiative, created to provide family law practitioners with a concise, practice-focused briefing on new laws, rule changes, and policy developments as they take effect. In addition to legislative analysis, the series is intentionally designed to highlight legal and family law–based community projects, training programs, and collaborative efforts that support practitioners and serve families across the state.
By pairing legislative updates with visibility for community-driven work, Legislative Lens aims to elevate best practices, promote collaboration, and showcase the meaningful work being done throughout California’s family law community.
The series is hosted by Leslie Abrigo, CFLS, Chair of FLEXCOM, and Shanon Quinley, CFLS, FLEXCOM’s Legislative Chair.
January 8, 2026, Program Overview
The January 8 program will focus on new family law legislation taking effect January 1, 2026, offering attendees a high-level overview of statutory changes practitioners should have on their radar as the new year begins. The discussion will emphasize practical implications and key takeaways for everyday practice.
The program will also include a brief guest segment with Attorney Gregory Gillett, who will discuss an upcoming Minors’ Counsel training being offered by the San Luis Obispo County Bar Association, as well as other legal and family law–focused community initiatives currently underway in the San Luis Obispo area. This segment reflects Legislative Lens’s broader goal of spotlighting educational programs and community efforts that strengthen family law practice and support practitioners statewide.
About Gregory Gillett
Gregory Gillett is a seasoned California attorney with more than two decades of experience across civil and criminal litigation, appellate practice, administrative proceedings, tribal court matters, and public-policy work. As principal of Gillett Law, APC, he brings disciplined analysis and steady leadership to a wide range of complex cases. In addition to his trial and appellate work, he serves as a mediator and settlement conference referee, valued for his clarity, fairness, and practical problem-solving. Greg also devotes a portion of his practice to family law matters involving children, contributing to statewide Minor’s Counsel training initiatives and supporting the improvement of representation for minors throughout California.
Highlighting Community-Based Programs Across California
A core component of Legislative Lens is its commitment to recognizing and amplifying the good work happening throughout California’s family law community. Each episode may feature bar association programs, trainings, or community-based projects that support family law practitioners, children, and families.
Bar associations or organizations with initiatives they would like to consider for a future Legislative Lens episode are encouraged to reach out. To inquire about being featured, please contact the Family Law Section Manager, Brooke Moore at brooke.moore@calawyers.org
Who Should Attend
Legislative Lens is intended for:
- Family law attorneys seeking timely updates on new laws and policy developments
- Practitioners interested in statewide legislative trends and community-based initiatives
- Bar leaders and volunteers looking to share and learn about programs supporting family law practice
Registration Details
The program is free, but registration is required.
📅 Date: January 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m.
💻 Format: Live via Zoom
🔗 Register here: Legislative Lens – January 8, 2026
FLEXCOM looks forward to welcoming attendees to the first Legislative Lens program and to launching this new monthly forum that brings together legislation, policy, and community-focused work in service of California’s family law practitioners.