THE 60-MINUTE LAWYER
Domestic violence is one of the most difficult parts of representing clients in family law. Without awareness, you may not recognize the signs of domestic violence, or that your client is a victim themselves. Understanding the reasons why domestic violence occurs and why victims stay with their abusers makes you better equipped to handle domestic abuse claims.This program builds the skills and capacity to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed representation for victims and survivors of intimate partner violence. The faculty discusses what domestic violence is, how it manifests, and what should be considered when representing a survivor. Join the experts as we look at these claims, how to be sensitive to the needs of your clients, and what to expect when in court. This program is a must-attend for family lawyers and lawyers new to survivor work and practicing family law!
Course Content
2:00 pm - 2:05 pmWelcome and Introduction
Breanishea Amaya, Esq.,
New England Law, Clinical Law Office, Boston
Prof. Caryn R. Mitchell-Munevar, Esq.,
New England Law, Boston
2:05 pm - 2:08 pm
What Is Domestic Violence?
Breanishea Amaya, Esq.,
New England Law, Clinical Law Office, Boston
Prof. Caryn R. Mitchell-Munevar, Esq.,
New England Law, Boston
2:08 pm - 2:14 pm
Domestic Abuse Claims: Who Are the Victims and Why Do They Stay With Abusers?
Breanishea Amaya, Esq.,
New England Law, Clinical Law Office, Boston
Prof. Caryn R. Mitchell-Munevar, Esq.,
New England Law, Boston
2:15 pm - 2:22 pm
How You Can Help Victims of Domestic Abuse
Breanishea Amaya, Esq.,
New England Law, Clinical Law Office, Boston
Prof. Caryn R. Mitchell-Munevar, Esq.,
New England Law, Boston
2:23 pm - 2:30 pm
Domestic Abuse Claims: Handling Divorce and Custody Issues
Breanishea Amaya, Esq.,
New England Law, Clinical Law Office, Boston
Prof. Caryn R. Mitchell-Munevar, Esq.,
New England Law, Boston
2:30 pm - 2:50 pm
Domestic Abuse Claims: How to Keep Safe: Safety Measures for Your Client and Their Children
Breanishea Amaya, Esq.,
New England Law, Clinical Law Office, Boston
Prof. Caryn R. Mitchell-Munevar, Esq.,
New England Law, Boston
2:50 pm - 3:00 pm
'Ask the Experts' Q&A Session and Key Takeaways
Panel
Please Note
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There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
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Speakers
FacultyBreanishea Amaya, Esq.,
New England Law, Clinical Law Office, Boston
Prof. Caryn R. Mitchell-Munevar, Esq.,
New England Law, Boston
