Family Law Section

A panel of three judges from different parts of the state discuss those areas of family law most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic while addressing questions raised by practitioners. Read more

Judges Gordon and Lewis will discuss best practices for private judging in the Corona Era. The program will focus on how to best handle web-based court appearances. Read more

The forensic interview of a child is a critical element of a child custody evaluation. Evaluators can also be appointed to interview a child and relay the child’s statements during testimony at a hearing or trial. Read more

Within an hour of the statewide “shelter in place” order being issued, I received my first call from a client regarding whether their parenting plan should continue in light of the unprecedented changes in our daily lives caused by the Covid-19 virus. It was not the last call I received. Read more

This program will address issues that impact attorney competence, and provide suggestions for emergency and succession planning to better protect clients and their cases. Read more

As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads, the world around us is changing rapidly, the practice of family law being no exception. As practitioners and judicial officers we are now faced with an array of issues never experienced before, be it court closures, limited financial resources of litigants, and the balance of our own health and safety. All of these have the high potential to impair our ability to perform our essential services to the public. Read more

Recent Family Law Cases (current through 3/21/20)
[Opinions available at: http://www.courts.ca.gov/opinions-slip.htm]
By: Stephen D. Hamilton, CFLS
Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Read more

Your CLA Family Law Section leaders understand the struggles we face dealing with society’s response to the COVID 19 Virus, the County Health Services Shelter Order, and the need to continue to function. Read more

With more companies allowing their employees to work remotely, the remote workplace poses unique security challenges for companies. Because employees are not physically working on-site, they're often relying on their own Wi-Fi networks and devices to access company data.  To mitigate security risks, companies must implement clear and comprehensive policies and take proactive measures to ensure the safety and integrity of company data. Read more

Yulissa Zulaica and Joseph Urbanski, of Johnston, Kinney & Zulaica, will provide insights as to: Estate Planning changes during divorce – what can and what can’t you do? Which court has jurisdiction? What about spousal and child support? What about enforcement of the Marital Settlement Agreement? And debts? Read more