Introduction to Collaborative Law - In-Person ONLY
Get an introduction to the Collaborative Divorce process for attorneys, financial professionals, neutrals, and coaches during this dynamic, comprehensive program. Learn how to make the mindset shift necessary to become a settlement expert and help your clients achieve long-term resolution for their families.
This program is in-person only, and registration is limited. Sign up today!
• Learn the Collaborative Divorce process, the Collaborative team model, and how you can integrate Collaborative Law into your practice
• Discover the benefits of Collaborative Divorce
• Explore the ethics of Collaborative Law
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If disability accommodations or special assistance are needed, please contact us at [email protected]. Requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the scheduled program.
The program will be submitted for CLE accreditation in Colorado. If you need to seek accreditation in another state, please review the process and requirements for that individual state. CBA-CLE staff can provide a Uniform Certificate of Attendance, and it is the attendee’s responsibility to complete the accreditation outside of Colorado.
Day 1: June 8, 2022
8:45 – 9:00 am
Welcome and Introductions of Faculty and Participants
9:00 – 9:15 am
Training Goals and Overview
Presented by Meggin Rutherford, Esq., Rutherford Law Center LLC
9:15 – 10:00 am
What is Collaborative Divorce?
Presented by Terri Harrington, Esq., Harrington Brewster Mahoney and Smits P.C.
10:00 – 10:45 am
Team Approach: Who are the Members?
Presented by Joyce Fine, Ph.D, CDC, Dr. Joyce Inc., Sandi Gumeson, CPA (California license), CDFA ®, Fonte Financial Advisors, David Littman, Esq., Littman Family Law, and Meggin Rutherford, Esq., Rutherford Law Center LLC
10:45 – 11:00 am
Stretch Break
11:00 – 11:30 am
Value of the Team Approach: How it Saves Money and Focuses on Expertise
Presented by Tamara K. Vincelette, Esq., Tamara K. Vincelette, P.C.
11:30 – 12:30 pm
Interactive Lunch Hour
• For Attorneys
Collaborative Law Ethics for Lawyers
Presented by David Littman, Esq., Littman Family Law, and Diana Powell, Esq., Retired
Submitted for 1.2 Ethics Credits
• For Non-Attorneys
Q&A with CCDP Board Members
Facilitated by Kristi Wells, Esq., Wells Family Law | PC, and Caroline Kirkland, CDFA, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.
12:30 – 1:30 pm
Paradigm Shift: How is Collaborative Work Different Than Your Regular Work?
Presented by Joyce Fine, Ph.D, CDC, Dr. Joyce Inc., Sandi Gumeson, CPA (California license), CDFA ®, Fonte Financial Advisors, and Meggin Rutherford, Esq., Rutherford Law Center LLC
1:30 – 2:45 pm
What Does a Collaborative Meeting Look Like?
Skits to demonstrate a typical collaborative meeting in the middle of the process.
Presented by Selena Besirevic, Esq., Rutherford Law Center LLC, Joyce Fine, Ph.D, CDC, Dr. Joyce Inc., Sandi Gumeson, CPA (California license), CDFA ®, Fonte Financial Advisors, Caroline Kirkland, CDFA, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc., Tamara K. Vincelette, Esq., Tamara K. Vincelette, P.C., and Emily Warren, Esq., WZW Family Law LLC
2:45 – 3:00 pm
Stretch Break
3:00 – 4:30 pm
A Quick Walk Through a Collaborative Case: Start to Finish
Skits on how to start and proceed through a collaborative case.
Presented by Selena Besirevic, Esq., Rutherford Law Center LLC, Joyce Fine, Ph.D, CDC, Dr. Joyce Inc., Sandi Gumeson, CPA (California license), CDFA ®, Fonte Financial Advisors, Caroline Kirkland, CDFA, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc., Tamara K. Vincelette, Esq., Tamara K. Vincelette, P.C., and Emily Warren, Esq., WZW Family Law LLC
4:30 pm
Adjourn
Day 2: June 9, 2022
8:45 – 9:00 am
Welcome Back – Review Day 1 and Q&A
9:00 – 9:45 am
Interest Based Negotiation
Presented by Cyndi Brewster, Esq., Harrington Brewster Mahoney Smits, P.C.
9:45 – 10:45 am
Who is a Good/Not a Good Candidate for Collaborative?
Presented by Diana Powell, Esq., Retired
10:45 – 11:00 am
Stretch Break
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Practice for Participants in Breakout Groups
• Initial client meeting
• Discovering client’s needs and goals
• Marketing in initial client meeting
Facilitated by Angie Buchanan, Esq., Angie Buchanan, LLC, Ashley Emerson, Esq., GEM Family Law, Meggin Rutherford, Esq., Rutherford Law Center LLC, and Georgiana R. Scott, Esq., Georgiana R. Scott Inc.
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Lunch with CCDP Board Members
Not Submitted for CLE Credit
1:00 – 2:45 pm
Practice for Participants in Breakout Groups
• Calls with the other attorney (for attorneys)
• Initial calls with the other professionals
• Focus: Initial 5/6 way
- Intentions
- Goals
- Agenda
• Parenting time group meeting
• Financial issue group meeting
Facilitated by Angie Buchanan, Esq., Angie Buchanan, LLC, Ashley Emerson, Esq., GEM Family Law, Meggin Rutherford, Esq., Rutherford Law Center LLC, and Georgiana R. Scott, Esq., Georgiana R. Scott Inc.
2:45 – 3:00 pm
Stretch Break
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Practice for Participants in Breakout Groups (Building/Joining)
Facilitated by Angie Buchanan, Esq., Angie Buchanan, LLC, Meggin Rutherford, Esq., Rutherford Law Center LLC, and Georgiana R. Scott, Esq., Georgiana R. Scott Inc.
4:00 pm
Adjourn
Registration Fees
| Non Member - Attorney 5+ years | $200.00 |
| CBA Member - Attorney 5+ years | $180.00 |
| All professionals with less than 5 years in practice | $150.00 |
| CLEACCESSPASS - ELITE Pass Holder | $0.00 |
- General Credits: 15.00
- Ethics Credits: 1.20
- EDI Credits:
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