D. C. F. - three initials that may cause fear for parents in Massachusetts. DCF involvement in family law cases is on the rise. Would you know what to do if your client became the subject of a DCF investigation in the course of family law litigation? In this seminar, the panel of experts provides legal background and practice tips for the family law practitioner in working with DCF on behalf of your client.
Don’t miss this opportunity to better understand the agency, the process, the law, and your role. Family law cases with DCF involvement pose unique challenges and require strategies for navigating the rules and procedures of this agency. Let our experts bring you up to speed, so you are prepared to meet these challenges head on. Whether you have yet to have a DCF-involved family law client or you have had many, this panel provides valuable information to ensure effective representation.
Don’t miss this opportunity to better understand the agency, the process, the law, and your role. Family law cases with DCF involvement pose unique challenges and require strategies for navigating the rules and procedures of this agency. Let our experts bring you up to speed, so you are prepared to meet these challenges head on. Whether you have yet to have a DCF-involved family law client or you have had many, this panel provides valuable information to ensure effective representation.
Course Content
2:00 pm - 2:05 pm- Welcome and Introduction
- Sandra E. Lundy, Esq., Lundy Legal LLC, Provincetown
- DCF Basics
- Nancy S. Brody, Esq., Department of Children and Families, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
- Preparing Clients for DCF Interviews
- John G. DiPiano, Esq., Attorney at Law, Salem
- GAL Reports and DCF
- Ann E. Rascati, Esq., Cartwright & Rascati, Hyannis
- Break
- SUA Sponte Grants of Custody to DCF
- Jamie B. Wallerstein, Esq.,, Danvers
- Evidentiary Issues & New Case Law
- Sandra E. Lundy, Esq., Lundy Legal LLC, Provincetown
- Please Note
- MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal.
- There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
Speakers
Chair- Sandra E. Lundy, Esq., Lundy Legal LLC, Provincetown
- Hon. Jennifer M. Allen, Probate and Family Court, Lowell
- Nancy S. Brody, Esq., Department of Children and Families, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
- John G. DiPiano, Esq., Attorney at Law, Salem
- Ann E. Rascati, Esq., Cartwright & Rascati, Hyannis
- Jamie B. Wallerstein, Esq., Danvers
