Message from the Chair

Raymond Goldstein

Service and Civility

"Oh, no, he’s going to ask me to volunteer for something again." I know, I’ve asked a lot over the last year: We’ve discussed mentoring young attorneys, and volunteering at family law centers and non-profits. I’ve asked you to participate with your local State Bar Family Law Standing Committees to review legislation, and I’ve asked you to not just attend educational events but present them, too. Although there’s more to ask and more to do, you’ve done a great job, so for now at least, take the day off. I think I’ll take a day off soon too!

My term as chairman of our Family Law Section is approaching its end. I am humbled and so very thankful, not only for the honor, opportunity, the challenge of serving and for the multitude of lessons I’ve learned, but also for the privilege of serving with this group of passionately dedicated and prodigiously talented family law attorneys.