2012 Annual Family Law Institute
2012 Annual Family Law Institute
2012 Annual Family Law Institute
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Join Colorados Family Law Judges, Attorneys, Accountants, and Mental Health Professionals at Colorados Premier Family Law Conference!
Submitted for 16 General CLE Credits, Including 1.2* Ethics Credits (2.2 Ethics if attending the track that includes ethics)
he Institute has become the annual gathering place for the Colorado family law community. Talk with past Institute Chairs, Family Law Section Council members present and past, and listen to some of the most knowledgeable and experienced family law practitioners and mental health professionals in the region, who will come prepared to give you the strategies and information most relevant to your work. This year's program brings you a four-track agenda with information for everyone, no matter where you are in your practice: Fundamentals, Intermediate, Advanced and an all new Potpourri Track of diverse topics. REGISTER TODAY! DAY 1 AGENDA FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2012 12:00 pm Registration Open 12:55 pm Announcements Gary Abrams, Executive Director, Colorado Bar Association CLE, Denver, CO 1:00 pm Welcoming Remarks Cynthia Ciancio, Esq., Chair-Elect to the CBA Family Law Section, Donelson Ciancio & Grant, PC, Broomfield, CO Steven B. Epstein, Esq., Litvak Litvak Mehrtens & Epstein, PC, Denver, Park Meadows, Aspen, CO 1:10 - 2:30 pm New Techniques for Working with High Conflict Families Les Katz, PsyD, Katz & Loizeaux Forensic Services, Denver, CO Toni Backman, PhD, Katz & Loizeaux Forensic Services, Denver, CO Gina B. Weitzenkorn, Esq., Mills & Weitzenkorn PC, Denver, CO 2:30 pm Networking Break 2:50 - 4:00 pm
4:05 - 5:00 pm The Fun, The Famous, The Fabulous Case Law Update Now on Friday! Timothy R.J. Mehrtens, Esq., Litvak Litvak Mehrtens & Epstein, PC, Denver, Park Meadows, Aspen, CO Ronald D. Litvak, Esq., Litvak Litvak Mehrtens & Epstein, PC, Denver, Park Meadows, Aspen, CO 5:00 pm Adjourn 5:00 - 6:30 pm ANNUAL WINE TASTING RECEPTION All 2012 Family Law Institute attendees and their guests are invited to this 12th annual wine tasting, featuring a variety of wines from around the world. Stay and enjoy refreshments, snacks and great conversation with faculty, colleagues and friends!
7:15 am
Breakout Sessions Start (Note: please make your selections on the registration page)
THE BASICS: 8:15 - 10:00 am Family Law and Basic Legal Ethics: Keeping the Match Away from the Gasoline Charles Chip E. Mortimer, Jr., Esq., Office of Attorney Regulation, Denver, CO Nuts & Bolts of Hanging Your Shingle William B. King, Esq., Law Offices of William B. King, Denver, CO Mission Petition Filing Tips Kathryn Tolison, Esq., The Law Office of Kathryn R. Tolison LLC, Henderson, CO The Blueprint for Domestic Relations Practice Robin L. Beattie, Esq., Polidori Franklin & Monahan LLC, Lakewood, CO Tips for Temporary Orders Jamie L. Rutten, Esq., Donelson Ciancio & Grant PC, Broomfield, CO Discovery A Beginners Look at Discovery in Domestic Relations Michael V. Switzer, Esq., Litvak Litvak Mehrtens & Epstein, PC, Denver, Park Meadows, Aspen, CO 10:00 - 10:20 am Networking Break 10:20 - 11:10 am Isnt There a Case on This? Looking Outside the Family Law Box Kathleen A. Hogan, Esq., McGuane & Hogan LLP, Lakewood, CO 10:20 - 11:10 am Appellate Practice Marie A. Moses, Esq., Lass Moses & Ramp LLC, Denver, CO, and Anne W. Gill, Esq., Highlands Ranch Law Center PC, Highlands Ranch, CO 10:20 - 11:10 am Cognitive Reintegration Therapy (CRT): A Proactive Approach to Parent/Child Relationship Disruption in Families William Fyfe, Columbine Counseling Center, Lakewood, CO INTERMEDIATE: 8:15 - 9:05 am To Change or Not to Change: A Guide to Post-Decree Child Support and Maintenance Modifications Dale E. Johnson, Esq., and Todd A. Stahly, Esq., Dale E. Johnson PC, Louisville, CO 9:10 - 10:00 am Jagger on Discovery: You Cant Always Get What You Want John H. Tatlock, Esq., The Harris Law Firm PC, Denver, CO ADVANCED: 8:15 - 9:05 am Double-Dipping Time for a Change? Robert E. Lanham, Esq., Robert E. Lanham PC, Boulder, CO, and Eric N. Critchfield, CPA, Eric N. Critchfield, CPA, PC, Boulder, CO POTPOURRI: 8:15 - 9:05 am Essentials of a Good PRE Les Katz, PsyD, Katz & Loizeaux Forensic Services, Denver, CO, and Andrew Loizeaux, PsyD, Katz & Loizeaux Forensic Services, Denver, CO
9:10 - 10:00 am Unveiling the Mysteries of Dividing Executive Compensation, Stock Rights and Severance in Divorce Eric Six, CPA/ABV, Six Consulting LLC, Denver, CO, and Kristi Anderson Wells, Esq., Willoughby & Eckelberry, LLC, Denver, CO
9:10 - 10:00 am Tried and True Strategies for a Successful Mediation Elizabeth Henson, Esq., Elizabeth Henson Attorney/Mediator PC, Denver, CO, and Helen C. Shreves, Esq., Family Law Dispute Resolution, Denver, CO
10:20 am - 12:00 pm Overview of Assets and Debts James R. TenBrook, CPA, Karsh Consulting PC, Denver, CO Anatomy of a Separation Agreement Robert M. Cooper, Esq., Cooper Tanis & Cohen PC, Broomfield, CO Marital Misconduct and Economic Fault in Contemplation of Divorce Richard I. Zuber, Esq., Zuberlaw PC, Denver, CO Understanding Decision Making Brenda L. Storey, Esq., McGuane & Hogan LLP, Denver, CO
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Breakout Sessions Continued (Note: please make your selections on the registration page)
THE BASICS: 10:20 am - 12:00 pm continued Parenting Time Ps and Qs Chris Radeff, Esq., Pelegrin & Radeff PC, Lakewood, CO Parenting Plans of the Future 10 Practice Tips Joan H. McWilliams, Esq., McWilliams Mediation Group, Denver, CO INTERMEDIATE: 11:15 am - 12:05 pm In-Depth Review of Personal & Corporate Tax Returns for Domestic Cases Preston L. Hofer, CPA, Harper Lutz Zuber Hofer & Associates LLC, Denver, CO ADVANCED: 11:15 am - 12:05 pm Tools and Tips for the Tech Lawyer Stephen J. Harhai, Esq., Law Office of Stephen J Harhai, Denver, CO POTPOURRI:
11:15 am - 12:05 pm 1 Ethics Express Lane to Credit Hearing: Ethics and the Process of Arbitration, Special Master and Private Judge Proceedings Kevin Sidel, Esq., Kevin Sidel LLC, Elizabeth, CO, and David A. Lamb, Esq., Sherr Puttmann Akins Lamb PC, Greenwood Village, CO
12:05 - 1:30 pm
Lunch - On Your Own - ENJOY VAIL! 1:30 - 2:20 pm Examination and CrossExamination of Mental Health Experts Andrew Loizeaux, PsyD, Katz & Loizeaux Forensic Services, Denver, CO 1:30 - 2:20 pm Unintended Consequences: Interpretation and Enforcement Issues in Marital Agreements James S. Bailey, Esq., Senn Visciano Canges PC, Denver, CO 2:25 - 3:15 pm Feuding Families: Trusts and Divorce Suzanne Griffiths, Esq., and Carolyn C. Witkus, Esq., Gutterman Griffiths PC, Littleton, CO
1:30 - 3:15 pm Tax Returns: Don't Judge a Book by Its Cover Steven B. Epstein, Esq., Litvak Litvak Mehrtens & Epstein, PC, Denver, Park Meadows, Aspen, CO What is Income? Going Beyond If It Looks Like a Duck, Swims Like a Duck William H. Vincent, CPA, Causey Demgen & Moore Inc., Denver, CO Maintenance Rules of Thumb Patricia A. Cooper, Esq., Law Office of Stephen J. Harhai, Denver, CO Child Support Essentials Laura E. Shapiro, Esq., Law Office of Laura E. Shapiro, Denver, CO 3:15 - 3:30 pm Networking Break
1:30 - 2:20 pm Using Collaborative Law Skills and Non-Adversarial Communication to Improve Your Practice Terri Harrington, Esq., Harrington Brewster & Clein PC, Denver, CO 2:25 - 3:15 pm Staying Out of Court: 3rd Party Post Decree Decision Makers (PC/DMs, Arbitrators) E. Gay Niermann, Esq., Littleton, CO, and Gina B. Weitzenkorn, Esq., Mills & Weitzenkorn PC, Denver, CO
2:25 - 3:15 pm How Not to Lose a Parental Responsibility Case The Honorable Judge Angela Arkin, 18th Judicial District, Castle Rock, CO, and Robert Hinds, Jr., Esq., Hinds and Hinds Family Law, Greenwood Village, CO
3:30 - 5:15 pm Settlement Through Mediation: Its More Than the Sum of Its Parts Neeti Pawar, Esq., Neeti Pawar LLC, Denver, CO The Dirty Dozen: Twelve Tips in Twelve Minutes to Help Make Your Mediation a Success Kevin C. Massaro, Esq., Harris Law Firm, Denver, CO To Bind or Not to Bind Making Mediation Stick Lawrence F. King, Esq., Attorney/Mediator, Westminster, CO
3:30 - 4:20 pm Understanding Federal Employee Retirement Benefit Programs: FERS, CSRS and TSP, and 409A Supplemental Executive Retirement Plans Thomas Toxby, President, Toxby & Associates, Inc., Lakewood, CO
3:30 - 4:20 pm Its Only Money, Honey! Maintenance in High Asset Cases Yvonne E. Zuber, CPA, Harper Lutz Zuber Hofer & Associates LLC, Denver, CO, Lauren M. Sigman, CPA, Sigman Financial Fitness, Denver, CO, and Cheryl L. Post, Esq., Centennial, CO
3:30 - 4:20 pm I Think My Clients Crazy! Really!! David Littman, Esq., David Littman PC, Denver, CO
Breakout Sessions Continued (Note: please make your selections on the registration page)
THE BASICS: 3:30 - 5:15 pm continued Trial Practice Brownie Points and Pet Peeves: What the Judges Want You to Know Honorable Julie K. Field, 8th Judicial District, Fort Collins, CO Evidence Dont Embarrass Yourself Daniel N. Deasy, Esq., Ammarell Deasy LLP, Greenwood Village, CO 5:15 pm Adjourn DAY 3 AGENDA SUNDAY, AUGUST 12, 2012 7:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am Registration Open / Continental Breakfast INTERMEDIATE: 4:25 - 5:15 pm Family Law Issues for Military Member/Military Spouse Clients Michael L. Shea, Esq., The Law Offices of Michael L. Shea LLC, Centennial, CO, and Daniel A. West, Esq., Beltz Edwards Sabo & West LLP, Colorado Springs, CO ADVANCED: 4:25 - 5:15 pm Receivership Saving the Family Business Matthew Scott and Elizabeth J. Stoller, B2B CFO, Denver, CO POTPOURRI: 4:25 - 5:15 pm One Year Later: Impact of the 2011 Amendments to CJD 04-08 on the CFI Role Kathleen McNamara, PhD, Kathleen McNamara PhD PLLC, Fort Collins, CO
Judges Panel A Round Table Discussion on Innovative Practices Being Implemented in Colorado The Honorable Chief Judge Thomas Moorhead, 5th Judicial District, Eagle County The Honorable Judge Angela Arkin, 18th Judicial District, Douglas County The Honorable Judge Maria Berkenkotter, 20th Judicial District, Boulder County The Honorable Chief Judge James Boyd, 9th Judicial District, Garfield County The Honorable Judge Christopher Cross, 18th Judicial District, Douglas County The Honorable Judge Deborah Grohs, 4th Judicial District, El Paso County The Honorable Judge Ted Tow, 17th Judicial District, Adams County The Honorable Magistrate Beth Elliott Dumler, 18th Judicial District, Douglas County The Honorable Magistrate Rebecca Koppes-Conway, 19th Judicial District, Weld County
Networking Break Guys, GALS and the Adult Diminished Capacity Client Rule 1.14 of the Code of Professional Conduct Honorable Edward C. Moss, 17th Judicial District, Brighton, CO Family Court: Where are We Now and Where Should We Be Going? We will discuss the 2009 Task Force report and what it means for planning the future of family courts in Colorado. Also we will be discussing best practices for the future and some innovative ideas for resolving family law issues and conflicts. David M. Johnson, Esq., Johnson & Cord PC , Colorado Springs, CO The Honorable Judge Terry Ruckriegle (ret.), Breckenridge, CO The Honorable Judge Lael E. Montgomery (ret.), Boulder, CO Steven E. McBride, Esq., McBride & Drinkwine LLC, Denver, CO Melinda Taylor, Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System, Denver, CO Parting Remarks Cynthia Ciancio, Esq., Chair-Elect to the CBA Family Law Section, Donelson Ciancio & Grant, PC, Broomfield, CO, and Steven B. Epstein, Esq., Litvak Litvak Mehrtens & Epstein, PC, Denver, Park Meadows, Aspen, CO Adjourn
9:30 - 9:45 am
1.2 Ethics Credit
9:45 - 10:45 am
10:45 - 12:00 am
12:00 - 12:10 pm
12:10 pm
2012 Annual Family Law Institute August 10-12, 2012 Registration Form
STEP 1 - REGISTRATION CATEGORIES
YOUR INSTITUTE TUITION INCLUDES: Course materials, admission to the entire program, and admission to the Friday Wine Tasting.
TUITION: (FL081013L) J Non-Member ......................................................................................$399 J CBA Member ....................................................................................$379 J MDIC, MAC, or COAFCC Member ......................................................$359 J CBA Family Law Section Member ......................................................$329 J CBA Juvenile Law Section Members ..................................................$329 J NEW! ELITE SEASON PASS HOLDER*: ......................................$175 THURSDAY GOLF STEP 2 -- COURSE MATERIALS OUTING Tee times begin at 2:00 pm
Please select one.
J Non-Member: $899
J Recorded Program on CD-Rom and Paper Course Materials (FL081013D) J MP3 - Online Recorded Program and Downloadable Course Materials (FL081013J)
(Available online only instructions will be emailed to you after purchase)
*Institute home study materials include ALL tracks from the live seminar. Homestudy
submitted for 40 General CLE Credits, including 2.2 Ethics Credits NOTE: Shipping & handling only applies to orders you receive via mail.
J Printed Book
10.00
J BASIC
J POTPOURRI
Applicable Sales Tax (7.62% Denver, 4% RTD and 2.9% rest of Colo.) $
The Wine Tasting on Friday is complimentary for FLI attendees and their guests. Please let us know if you plan to join us! J NO - I will not attend the wine tasting J YES - I am attending the wine tasting J NO - I am not bringing a guest J YES - I am bringing a guest
I am a licensed attorney with less than 7 years in practice (with an emphasis in family law). I currently earn less than $40,000 per year. I am personally responsible for paying for the FLI (meaning a firm, employer, or other entity does not pay for same for your benefit). I work in the metro area. I do NOT work in the Denver metro area.
The deadline for submission is June 29, 2012. Please note that the scholarship does not cover all costs associated with the Institute (such as lodging, meals outside of the conference, and transportation). If selected as the winner, you will be notified and the Family Law Section will reimburse you for the registration fee. QUESTIONS: Contact Denise Cook at [email protected]
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