Title 26 Family Law Guardian ad Litem Training
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Title 26 Family Law Guardian ad Litem Training January 31 - February 2, 2008 (Must Attend All 3 Days) Registration: 7:30am - 8:00am and Coffee Service - Each day Program: Day One: 8:00am - 4:30pm Day Two: 8:00am - 5:00pm Day Three: 8:00am - 4:45pm Rainier Conference Center, 3rd Floor Atrium 1301 Fifth Ave., Seattle Please read full brochure before registering for this program. Review the qualifications for the county to which you will be applying. Click here for information about GAL Qualifications and Requirements in King County. Annually, KCBA offers the 3-day training component required for application and certification to Title 26 Family Law Guardian ad Litem Registries. Anyone is welcome to register for this training, regardless of intent to apply for appointment to a GAL registry. Please note, however, that completion of this training course does not guarantee appointment to a registry. All application requirements, professional qualifications and background checks must be approved in addition to completion of this training prior to appointment to a registry. Completion of the training is only one component of the application process. Please be sure to check with the registry manager in your county (usually located at the Superior Courthouse) to make sure you will likely qualify for appointment before registering for this training, if that is your intent. Only partial refunds are permitted for cancellations through 5:00pm January 28, 2008 (A $50.00 administrative fee is retained). Thereafter no refunds are permitted, but substitute attendees are most welcome. Furthermore, this is not the same training as Title 11 Guardianship GAL training, Adoption GAL training, SGAL training, Professional Guardian training, or Title 13 Dependency Training, and will not be applied to certification processes related to those registries. Lastly, sign-in and sign-out is required each day and attendance is required all three days. Registration staff is required to withhold certificates of completion for any attendee that misses 15 minutes or more of the training (whether due to tardiness, cell phone usage, returning late from lunch etc.). Registration staff is specifically prohibited from making any exceptions for any reason, even emergencies. Withheld certificates will be directly forwarded to the county registry of choice. Only the Registry Manager in each county may determine the result (if any) of missed time. Please contact your County Registry Manager if you have any concerns or questions. Additionally, a 1 page report required for certification) CANCELLATION: Cancellation Fee $50: must be received in writing (DeniseM@KCBA.org) before 5:00pm January 28, No refunds will be permitted after 5:00pm, January 28 QUESTIONS: Call Denise Medlock, CLE Department at 206.267.7004   To Register: Mail: Mail the registration form (found in the conference brochure above) and mail to: KCBA CLE Dept, 1200 Fifth Ave # 600, Seattle 98101 Online: Use the registration form on the right side of this page. Fax: CLE Department; 206-267-7099 No phone call registrations for this program. Confirmation Letter and Logistical Information will be sent to registrants. For information regarding hotels, visit :Seattle's Convention and Visitors Bureau's website: http://www.seattlesupersaver.com/SCVBBooking/?referersource=SV 20.25 General And 1 Ethics CLE Credit APPROVED APPLYING FOR NASW WASHINGTON CHAPTER CREDITS	Type Pricing $nbsp;
2008 Northwest Regional Immigration Law Conference
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2008 NORTHWEST REGIONAL IMMIGRATION LAW CONFERENCE February 7-8, 2008 Registration: 7:30am - 8:00am and Coffee Service Program: Day One: 8:00am - 5:30pm Day Two: 8:00am - 5:30pm Grand Hyatt Hotel 721 Pine Street, Seattle CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER UP TO 12.75 General CLE Credits AND 1 Ethics Credit APPROVED FOR WASHINGTON ATTORNEYS; OREGON CREDITS PENDING	Type Pricing
The Lawyer As Detective: Effective & Ethical Informal Discovery
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The Lawyer As Detective: Effective & Ethical Informal Discovery March 7, 2008 Registration: 8:30am Program: 9:00am - 5:00pm Rainier Conference Center, 3rd Floor Atrium 1301 Fifth Ave., Seattle This program has sold out. We will be conducting a similar program in the Fall -- watch for details. Lawyers, legal assistants, law librarians, political consultants, journalists and others who want to acquire a wide range of tools for use in informal discovery methods will benefit from this program. Provide a "tool box" of practical, cost effective methods of investigating and gathering information without formal discovery, including: use of online resources effective interviewing techniques use of public access statutes effective interaction with law enforcement agencies effective use of investigators 5.25 General CLE Credits 1.25 Ethics Credit APPROVED	Type Pricing
Collaborative Law: A Special Lunch Event With Kenneth Cloke
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Collaborative Law: A Special Lunch Event With Kenneth Cloke, Mediator, Author on the subject of Mediating Truth to Power: Techniques for Responding to Power Struggles, Power Plays and Power Imbalances March 13, 2008 Registration: 11:30am - 12:00 noon Program: Noon - 2:00pm Red Lion Hotel 1415 Fifth Ave., Seattle, 3rd Floor This program has "Sold Out" Check the KCBA Collaborative Law Section Web Page for future outstanding programs: Collaborative Law Section Kenneth Cloke, J.D., LL.M., Ph.D., is Director of the Center for Dispute Resolution in Santa Monica, California and a renowned mediator, arbitrator, organizational consultant and trainer. Dr. Cloke has resolved disputes involving labor relations, sexual harassment, discrimination as well as public policy in the workplace, schools, organizations and communities. He is the author of many journal articles and books, including Mediating Dangerously. Dr. Cloke also co-authored Resolving Conflicts at Work, Resolving Personnel and Organizational Conflicts, and The Art of Waking People Up. He is a founder and leader of Mediators Beyond Borders- Partnering for Peace and Reconciliation. Special Thanks to: King County Collaborative Law Civil Practice Group KCBA Collaborative Law Section KCBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section 2.00 General CLE Credits APPROVED	Type Pricing
Avoiding Legal Emergencies in a Medical Setting
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Avoiding Legal Emergencies in a Medical Setting: What Guardian and Elder Law Attorneys Need to Know About Current Health Care Law Co-Sponsored by the KCBA Guardianship and Elder Law Section Friday March 14, 2008 Registration and Coffee Service: 8:30am - 9:00am Program: 9:00am - 4:50pm Washington State Convention and Trade Center, 7th and Pike Street 800 Convention Place, Seattle, WA 98101-2350 This seminar will provide practice tips from a health care services provider viewpoint to address real life situations arising when working with elderly individuals in health care settings. A wide range of presenters from different facets of health care services are ready to answer questions about decision making and how lawyers may best interact with the various service providers. 5.00 General CLE Credits AND .75 Ethics CLE Credits APPROVED	Type Pricing
Washington's Domestic Partnership Expansion Bill What Every Family Law Practitioner Needs to Know
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Washington's Domestic Partnership Expansion Bill What Every Family Law Practitioner Needs to Know Govenor Gregoire Just Signed HB 3104 into Law The "Live program and Luncheon" has "Sold Out". We are still accepting registrations to attend the program via "Telephone". Friday, April 11, 2008 Registration: 12:00pm - 12:15pm Program: 12:15pm - 2:15pm Rainier Square Conference Center, Third Floor Atrium, 1301 Fifth Avenue, Seattle Presented by Elizabeth A. Hershman-Greven McKinley Irvin, PLLC - Seattle Attorney Elizabeth A. Hershman-Greven of the family law firm McKinley Irvin PLLC will discuss the dramatic changes this new legislation will have on Washington’s Domestic Relations Law. This legislation will fundamentally change Washington state registered domestic partners’ relationship with the court system. Attendees of this 2.0 hour CLE will come away with a detailed understanding of the impacts of this legislation, including how it will change the practice of family law and the additional steps that should be taken to protect same-sex couples and couples where one partner is over the age of 62. 2.0 General CLE Credits APPROVED	Type Pricing Attend Live Program and Luncheon KCBA Members Non-Members Attend by Telephone KCBA Members Non-Members
Basic Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know
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Basic Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know Thursday, April 17, 2008 Registration and Coffee Service: 8:30am - 9:00am Program: 9:00am - 4:30pm Rainier Square Conference Center, Third Floor Atrium, 1301 Fifth Avenue, Seattle SOLD OUT!!! Program Co-Chairs: William F Malaier, Jr., Nagler & Assocaites, Seattle Fred P. Corbit, Northwest Justice Project, Seattle 5.25 General CLE Credits AND .50 Ethics CLE Credits APPROVED	Type Pricing Free for KCBA Bankruptcy Panel Volunteers Attorneys who agree to take 1 pro bono case KCBA Member CLS Active Volunteers and Lawyer Referral Panel Non-KCBA Member Active CLS Volunteers/Lawyer Referral Panel   KCBA Member Attorney Staff of KCBA Member Attorney Non-Member Attorney Staff of Non-Member Attorney Non-Attorney
International Child Abduction: the Hague Convention and Alternatives
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International Child Abduction: the Hague Convention and Alternatives Friday, April 18, 2008 Registration: 12:00pm - 12:15pm (Selection of pizza and soft drinks provided) Program: 12:15pm - 2:15pm King County Bar Association 1200 Fifth Ave, Suite 600, Seattle Presented by David B. Starks McKinley Irvin, PLLC - Seattle Attorney David B. Starks of the family law firm McKinley Irvin, PLLC, will discuss the applicability and operation of the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction as well as alternatives, such as the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, in family law litigation involving international custody and abduction claims. Attendees of this 2.0 hour CLE will come away with a detailed understanding of international abduction litigation and the steps practitioners may need to take to ensure their clients’ interests are adequately protected. 2.0 General CLE Credits APPROVED	Type Pricing Attend Live Program and Luncheon KCBA Members or Employees of KCBA Members Non-KCBA Members or Employees of Non-Members   Attend by Telephone KCBA Members or Employees of KCBA Members Non-KCBA Members or Employees of Non- Members
Foreclosures for the Rest of Us
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Foreclosures for the Rest of Us Friday, April 25, 2008 Registration: 11:45am - 12:10pm Program: 12:10pm - 4:45pm Rainier Square Conference Center, Third Floor Atrium, 1301 Fifth Avenue, Seattle This program has sold out. 4.25 General CLE Credits APPROVED	Type Pricing Lunch: If you would like lunch provided, please check and add the $10.00 (pizza and sodas)   Regular Registration KCBA Member Attorney Non-KCBA Member Attorney Non-Attorneys   Registering as a KCBA Volunteer or LRS Lawyer Free Volunteer Attorneys who commit to take 1 pro bono case for KCBA HJP Panel KCBA Paid Member CLS Active Volunteers and Lawyer Referral Panel Non-KCBA Member Active CLS Volunteers/Lawyer Referral Panel
Title 11 Guardianship Guardian ad Litem Training
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Title 11 Guardianship Guardian ad Litem Training May 15-16, 2008 Registration: 8:00am Program: Day One: 8:30am - 4:30pm Day Two: 8:30am - 4:30pm May 15: Red Lion Hotel, 1415 Fifth Avenue, Seattle May 16: Washington State Convention & Trade Center, Seventh and Pike, Seattle This training is open to any interested persons. However, this training does not satisfy registry requirements for Title 26 Family Law GALs, Adoption GALs, or Dependency GALs. This training does not satisfy the requirements for Initial Certification to the Washington State Certified Professional Guardian Registry. Completion of this Training does not in itself guarantee appointment to a Title 11 registry. Guardianship GALs must meet all application requirements in order to be appointed. Please check with the registry manager in your county if you have any questions prior to registration. Sign-in and sign-out is required each day. Registration staff is required to withhold certificates of completion for any attendee that misses 15 minutes or more of the training (whether due to tardiness, cell phone usage, returning late from lunch etc.). Registration staff is specifically prohibited from making any exceptions for any reason, even emergencies. Withheld certificates will be directly forwarded to the county registry of choice. Only the Registry Manager in each county may determine the result (if any) of missed time. Please contact your County Registry Manager if you have any concerns or questions. Also, Any GAL who wishes to remain on the King, Snohomish or Pierce County Registries that for any reason experiences a conflict or hardship that prevents attendance at the Annual Mandatory Training May 5, 2006 must contact the Registry Manager in the appropriate County, explaining the conflict/hardship in order to have the training requirement waived. **Please notify KCBA 3 days before the program of any disability that may impact your participation so we may ensure appropriate and comfortable accommodation. **If you must cancel, tuition will be refunded, less a $50 facilities and administrative fee, if cancellation is received in writing (DeniseM@KCBA.org) by 5:00pm, MAY 12, After this date, no refund will be issued; however, substitute attendees are most welcome. Administrative Policy for King County Superior Court Guardian Ad Litem Registries. 12.00 General CLE Credits AND 1.00 Ethics Credit APPROVED CPG Credits Pending	Type Pricing REGISTRATION FEES (Includes materials & Lunch on Friday) Initial Certification (Both Days) May 15 and 16 $350 BEFORE 5:00PM May 8 $425 AFTER 5:00PM May 8 $ 425   Re-Certification May 16 only $195 BEFORE 5:00PM May 8 $275 AFTER 5:00PM May 8 $ 275
SOCIAL SECURITY
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Social Security Thursday, May 22, 2008 Registration: 8:30am Program: 9:00am - 3:00pm Seattle Public Library, Level 4, 1000 Fourth Avenue, Seattle 4.75 General CLE Credits APPROVED	Type Pricing KCBA Member Attorney $ 145 Non-KCBA Member Attorney $ 175 Non-Attorneys $ 95 Registering as a KCBA Volunteer or LRS Lawyer Free Volunteer Attorneys for the Social Security Panel* (See explanatory paragraph on previous panel) 0 KCBA Member CLS Active Volunteers/Lawyer Referral Panel $ 35 Non-KCBA Member CLS Active Volunteers/Lawyer Referral Panel $ 85
A Conversation with the King County Clerk’s Office and King County Judges
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A Conversation with the King County Clerk’s Office and King County Judges Friday, May 23, 2008 Registration and Coffee Service: 8:00am - 8:30am Program: 8:30am - 12:30pm Rainier Square Conference Center, Third Floor Atrium, 1301 Fifth Avenue, Seattle 3.75 General CLE Credits APPROVED	Type Pricing KCBA Members $ 90 Non-KCBA Members $ 110 Non-Attorneys $ 75
HELPING YOUR CLIENTS RESOLVE THEIR CONFLICTS: Examining the Ethics, Practicalities, and Techniques for Escalating and Resolving Legal Conflicts
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HELPING YOUR CLIENTS RESOLVE THEIR CONFLICTS: Examining the Ethics, Practicalities, and Techniques for Escalating and Resolving Legal Conflicts Friday, May 23, 2008 Registration and Coffee Service: 12:30pm - 1:00pm Program: 1:00pm - 4:45pm Rainier Square Conference Center, Third Floor Atrium, 1301 Fifth Avenue, Seattle The legal knowledge and skills of a contemporary litigation attorney include not only trial advocacy but also the art of negotiation, mediation and problem solving. What do contemporary models suggest for attorney client problem solving interaction? When and how should lawyer and client escalate conflict and yet create opportunities for resolution? How should the lawyer deal with clients’ emotions when those emotions drive the dispute or impede resolution, and what role does or should apology play in legal disputes? Can a contemporary lawyer wear two hats - one as skilled and zealous advocate and one as trained negotiator and conflict resolver? Highly skilled and experienced attorneys and mediators will address these and other 21st Century dispute resolution questions, helping you enhance client appeal and personal satisfaction in your contemporary legal practice. 2.25 General CLE Credits And 1.25 Ethics CLE Credits APPROVED	Type Pricing KCBA Members $ 90 Non-KCBA Members $ 110 Non-Attorneys $ 75
Medicaid Bootcamp
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Medicaid Bootcamp Thursday, May 29, 2008 Registration: 8:00am Program: 8:25am - 4:00pm Rainier Square Conference Center, Third Floor Atrium, 1301 Fifth Avenue, Seattle 4.75 General CLE Credits and 1.25 ETHIC CLE Credits PENDING	Type Pricing KCBA Member $ 165 Non-KCBA Members $ 195 Non-Attorneys $ 145 Registering as a KCBA Volunteer or LRS Lawyer Volunteer Attorneys for the Seniors Panel* 0 KCBA Member CLS Active Volunteers/Lawyer Referral Panel $ 40 Non-KCBA Member Active CLS Volunteers/Lawyer Referral Panel $ 145 * Free for attorneys who join the VLS/VAPWA Seniors Panel. (One case per year, time commitment depends on the facts of the case.) Limited to 15 Volunteers.
FAMILY LAW
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Family Law Friday, May 30, 2008 Registration: 8:30am Program: 9:00am - 4:15pm Rainier Square Conference Center, Third Floor Atrium, 1301 Fifth Avenue, Seattle (Materials include the Domestic Relations Chapter from the WLPM, a $65.00 value) 5.00 General CLE Credits AND .50 Ethics CLE Credits PENDING	Type Pricing KCBA Member $ 199 Non-KCBA Members $ 239 Non-Attorneys $ 179
Title 26 Family Law Guardian ad Litem Training
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Title 26 Family Law Guardian ad Litem Training January 29 - January 31, 2009 (Must Attend All 3 Days) More information will be available at a later date	Type Pricing Pricing To Be Determined