How can you make representing moderate income families work for your family law practice? Join the panel of experienced family law attorneys to learn how you can expand your practice to cover clients with moderate incomes.
There are different options for clients with limited means and this program explores them with you. Is limited assistance representation a good choice for the client’s needs or not? Can you help clients “pick up the pieces” after they have unsuccessfully tried to represent themselves? Learn how to assess the case and determine what steps will be necessary while keeping the client’s budget in mind. From the first meeting with the client to low-cost discovery options, this program helps you help others.
Learn how to define “moderate income,” which may vary depending on your community and local resources, and how to talk with clients about how best to leverage the optionsavailable to them within their budgets.
Help create a roadmap for your modest income client to move forward using efficiencies in your own practice, so the client gets through the legal process in a cost-conscious manner.
There are different options for clients with limited means and this program explores them with you. Is limited assistance representation a good choice for the client’s needs or not? Can you help clients “pick up the pieces” after they have unsuccessfully tried to represent themselves? Learn how to assess the case and determine what steps will be necessary while keeping the client’s budget in mind. From the first meeting with the client to low-cost discovery options, this program helps you help others.
Learn how to define “moderate income,” which may vary depending on your community and local resources, and how to talk with clients about how best to leverage the optionsavailable to them within their budgets.
Help create a roadmap for your modest income client to move forward using efficiencies in your own practice, so the client gets through the legal process in a cost-conscious manner.
Course Content
2:00 pm - 2:10 pmIntroductions
Cynthia T. Runge, Esq.,
Peridot Family Law LLC, Boston
2:10 pm - 2:25 pm
What is a Modest Means Case?
Karen Van Kooy, Esq.,
Van Kooy Law and Mediation, Newton
2:25 pm - 2:45 pm
What should you consider before taking a modest means case?
Karen J. Levitt, Esq.,
Levitt Family Law and Mediation, LLC, Acton
2:45 pm - 3:00 pm
Available Resources
Cynthia T. Runge, Esq.,
Peridot Family Law LLC, Boston
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Fee Structure
Karen Van Kooy, Esq.,
Van Kooy Law and Mediation, Newton
3:15 pm - 3:20 pm
Q and A
Panel
3:20 pm - 3:35 pm
Networking and Refreshment Break
3:35 pm - 4:20 pm
Process Options
Panel
4:20 pm - 4:35 pm
Cost Cutting Measures
Cynthia T. Runge, Esq.,
Peridot Family Law LLC, Boston
4:35 pm - 4:45 pm
Traps for the Unwary
Karen J. Levitt, Esq.,
Levitt Family Law and Mediation, LLC, Acton
4:45 pm - 4:50 pm
Outside resources/organizations
Panel
4:50 pm - 5:00 pm
'Ask the Experts' Q&A Session and Key Takeaways
Panel
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
ChairCynthia T. Runge, Esq.,
Peridot Family Law LLC, Boston
Faculty
Karen J. Levitt, Esq.,
Levitt Family Law and Mediation, LLC, Acton
Karen Van Kooy, Esq.,
Van Kooy Law and Mediation, Newton
