Do you represent service members, their spouses, or want to start? If so, this October CLE series is designed for you! During this two-part series titled, Unique Aspects of Military Divorce & Ancillary Issues, speakers will address the unique issues and challenges presented when handling a military divorce, including the complexities of pensions and the recent changes to the military pension law.
If you are not a member of the Volunteer Lawyer Program or US Armed Forces Legal Services Project, please contact us to JOIN today and receive further information on the upcoming registration process. Please click here to view the brochure.
This two-part series is offered FREE of charge to all members of the Bar's Pro Bono Programs and to those who agree to join a pro bono program prior to attending. All participants must agree to accept a family law case. Online registration is unavailable for this series; to register please contact Elisa King or John Ellis via email or telephone at (401) 421-7758.
Unique Aspects of Military Divorce & Ancillary Issues – Session 1
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
3:00 – 5:00 p.m., 1.5 credits + .5 ethics
Live Webinar Only via Zoom
Moderator:
Barbara L. Margolis, Esq.
Speakers:
Francis Flanagan, Esq.
Flanagan Law Office, LLC
Kristy J. Garside, Esq.
The Law Office of Howe and Garside, Ltd.
Paul P. Pederzani, Esq.
Pederzani Law Offices, P.C.
Session one will discuss:
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Jurisdiction
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Service (SCRA)
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Grounds, timing of filing and other strategies
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Family care plan
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Temporary custody and support
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Relocation, visitation International Hague Convention
Unique Aspects of Military Divorce & Ancillary Issues – Session 2
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
3:00 – 6:00 p.m., 2.5 credits + .5 ethics
Live Webinar Only via Zoom
Moderator:
Kerry Reilley Travers Esq.
Office of Disciplinary Counsel
Speakers:
Francis Flanagan, Esq.
Flanagan Law Office, LLC
Kristy J. Garside, Esq.
The Law Office of Howe and Garside, Ltd.
Paul P. Pederzani, Esq.
Pederzani Law Offices, P.C.
Session two will discuss:
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All about pensions, new and old
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10 year rule
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20/20/20
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Howell decision
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Disability
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Use of military facilities
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Health insurance
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Strategies for good outcomes