Adoption and assisted reproductive technology (ART) are wonderful ways to build a family, but each path requires legal counsel. In order to help clients, you must be able to advise them about the ins and outs of adoption and counsel them to make wise decisions through the ART process. If you are interested in expanding your practice, this is the program for you!
This program discusses how to ensure that a child is legally free for adoption, what kinds of adoption are available, and determining what is best for your clients. The expert faculty reviews what you need to know about the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and the Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children (ICPC), as well as how to draft open adoption agreements and ensure their enforceability. The program also explores the world of assisted reproductive technology law including egg donation, gestational surrogacy, and parentage issues. The panel covers the basics, provides you with the information you need to avoid the pitfalls, and answers your questions.
This program discusses how to ensure that a child is legally free for adoption, what kinds of adoption are available, and determining what is best for your clients. The expert faculty reviews what you need to know about the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and the Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children (ICPC), as well as how to draft open adoption agreements and ensure their enforceability. The program also explores the world of assisted reproductive technology law including egg donation, gestational surrogacy, and parentage issues. The panel covers the basics, provides you with the information you need to avoid the pitfalls, and answers your questions.
Course Content
2:00 pm - 2:04 pmWelcome and Introduction
Joyce Kauffman, Esq.,
Kauffman Law & Mediation, Roslindale
Leslie R. Lightholder, Esq.,
Nichols, DeLisle & Lightholder, PC, Southborough
Lisa J. Marino, Esq.,
Wilson, Marino & Bonnevie, PC, Newton
2:04 pm - 2:27 pm
Overview of Types of Adoption and the Adoption Process
Lisa J. Marino, Esq.,
Wilson, Marino & Bonnevie, PC, Newton
2:27 pm - 2:55 pm
Coparent Adoption
Joyce Kauffman, Esq.,
Kauffman Law & Mediation, Roslindale
2:55 pm - 3:13 pm
Adoption & Assisted Reproductive Technology Law: ICPC and ICWA
Lisa J. Marino, Esq.,
Wilson, Marino & Bonnevie, PC, Newton
3:13 pm - 3:22 pm
Open Adoption Agreements
Joyce Kauffman, Esq.,
Kauffman Law & Mediation, Roslindale
3:22 pm - 3:37 pm
Break
3:37 pm - 4:06 pm
Assisted Reproductive Technology Law: Gestational Carriers and Egg Donors; Developments in ART Law
Leslie R. Lightholder, Esq.,
Nichols, DeLisle & Lightholder, PC, Southborough
4:06 pm - 4:25 pm
Adoption & Assisted Reproductive Technology Law: 'Ask the Experts' Q&A Session
Joyce Kauffman, Esq.,
Kauffman Law & Mediation, Roslindale
Leslie R. Lightholder, Esq.,
Nichols, DeLisle & Lightholder, PC, Southborough
Lisa J. Marino, Esq.,
Wilson, Marino & Bonnevie, PC, Newton
Please Note
This webcast is delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal.
There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.
Speakers
ChairLisa J. Marino, Esq.,
Wilson, Marino & Bonnevie, PC, Newton
Faculty
Joyce Kauffman, Esq.,
Kauffman Law & Mediation, Roslindale
Leslie R. Lightholder, Esq.,
Nichols, DeLisle & Lightholder, PC, Southborough
