High conflict custody disputes and guardian ad litems (GALs) are an inevitable combination, and once a GAL has been appointed, preparation of your case starts here. Initiating a GAL investigation is a strategic and thoughtful process for the attorneys and the GAL. Join the experts as we discuss the fundamentals of a GAL investigation and explore topics including: selecting a GAL; requesting a privilege GAL; conducting discovery; and deposing and cross-examining GALs.Preparing for the GAL
Course Content
12:00pm-12:10pmWelcome and Introduction
Premela G. Deck, JD, Ph.D,
SD Family Services, Inc., Canton
Jennifer Sevigney Durand, Esq.,
Durand Family Law LLC, Canton
Linda Medeiros, Esq.,
Law Office of Linda Medeiros, Danvers
12:10pm-1:00pm
Pre-work for a GAL Appointment
Jennifer Sevigney Durand, Esq.,
Durand Family Law LLC, Canton
1:00pm-1:45pm
A GAL has accepted the Appointment - What's next?
Premela G. Deck, JD, Ph.D,
SD Family Services, Inc., Canton
Linda Medeiros, Esq.,
Law Office of Linda Medeiros, Danvers
1:45pm-2:00pm
Break
2:15pm-3:15pm
GAL Report and Preparing for Trial
Theresa B. Ramos, Esq.,
Tracey, Roman & Ramos, P.C., Wellesley Hills
3:15pm-4:00pm
Trial and Cross-Examination
Premela G. Deck, JD, Ph.D,
SD Family Services, Inc., Canton
Jennifer Sevigney Durand, Esq.,
Durand Family Law LLC, Canton
Linda Medeiros, Esq.,
Law Office of Linda Medeiros, Danvers
Please Note
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Speaker(s)
ChairTheresa B. Ramos, Esq.,
Tracey, Roman & Ramos, P.C., Wellesley Hills
Faculty
Premela G. Deck, JD, Ph.D,
SD Family Services, Inc., Canton
Jennifer Sevigney Durand, Esq.,
Durand Family Law LLC, Canton
Linda Medeiros, Esq.,
Law Office of Linda Medeiros, Danvers
