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Family Law "How To" Series: 44. Court Ordered Experts

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
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Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


0.5 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Thursday, August 10, 2017
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: ­­­­­­­August 13, 2024 - August 12, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Get the information you need regarding court ordered experts for your next family law case! Topics include:
  • Knowing when to appoint the expert (and when it’s too late);
  • Where to find an expert for your case;
  • The purpose of the expert;
  • What should be included in the expert’s report;
  • 750 ILCS 5/503 and 5/604.10; and
  • Amendments to 503(k)

“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar , Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago

Program Speakers:
Hon. Kevin T. Busch , Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, St. Charles
Hon. Timothy J. McJoynt , Eighteenth Judicial Circuit, Wheaton
Hon. Jeanne M. Reynolds , Circuit Court of Cook County, Skokie


Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $17.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $35
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $12.50
    • Law Students – Free

Family Law "How To" Series: 43. Alienation

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
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Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


1.0 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Saturday, October 21, 2017
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: August 13, 2024 - August 12, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Join us for an in-depth look at the alienation and how to handle cases where parents are using their children as weapons against each other. Topics include:
  • Parental Alienation Syndrome;
  • Symptoms of parental alienation;
  • Working with alienated/estranged children;
  • Types of estrangement and alienation;
  • Understanding the parent’s role in alienation; and
  • Much more.

“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar , Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago

Program Speakers:
Morris Lane Harvey, Harvey Behme & Associates, P.C., Mt. Vernon
Ashanti Madlock Henderson, Madlock Henderson LLC, Chicago
Anna P. Krolikowska, K & R Family Legal Services LLP, Northbrook
Kevin H. Saville, Law Office of Kevin H Saville P.C., Chicago



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $35 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $70
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Family Law "How To" Series: 42. DCFS and Parenting

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
just use the green button next to the “Add to Cart” button below!
Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


1.0 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: March 24, 2018
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: ­­­­­­­June 25, 2024 - June 24, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Join us for an in-depth look at the various Administrative Code procedures affecting family law, including how DCFS defines certain terms such as “abandonment,” “abused child,” and “blatant disregard,” as well as how a report is received by DCFS, the steps that must follow after a report of suspected abuse or neglect has been submitted, who carries out the investigation, temporary custody issues, and when the finds are reported.

“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago

Program Speakers:
Morris Lane Harvey, Harvey Baker & Reinhardt, Mt. Vernon
Marilyn F. Longwell, Marilyn Longwell & Associates P.C., Chicago
Susan W. Rogaliner, Attorney at Law, South Elgin



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $35 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $70
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Family Law "How To" Series: 41. Defense of Serious Endangerment Allegations

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
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Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


0.5 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Tuesday, April 4, 2017
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: ­­­­­­­June 25, 2024 - June 24, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Join us for an in-depth look at how to defend against allegations of serious endangerment under the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act. Topics include the range of parental restrictions possible upon a finding of serious endangerment; evidentiary concerns; the role of mental health professionals; intersections with other practice areas; review of relevant statutory provisions; and more. Several hypothetical fact patterns will also be presented for discussion.


“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar , Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago

Program Speakers:
Luke A. Behme, Harvey Behme & Associates, P.C., Mt. Vernon
Heather M. Hurst, Davis Friedman, Chicago
Masah S. Renwick, The Renwick Firm, Homewood
Marie Katerina Sarantakis, North Shore Law Group, Ltd., Western Springs



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $17.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $35
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $12.50
    • Law Students – Free

Family Law "How To" Series: 40. Abuse & Fitness to Parent

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
just use the green button next to the “Add to Cart” button below!
Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


.75 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Tuesday, August 15, 2017
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: ­­­­­­­June 25, 2024 - June 24, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Gain a better understanding of how to address abuse and fitness issues in your next family law case.


“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar , Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago

Program Speakers:
Gabriela O. Asrow , Hoffenberg & Block LLC, Chicago
Heather M. Hurst , Davis Friedman, Chicago
Masah S. Renwick , The Renwick Firm, Homewood
Kevin H. Saville , Law Office of Kevin H Saville P.C., Chicago



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $26.25 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $52.50
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $18.75
    • Law Students – Free

Family Law "How To" Series: 39. Drugs and Fitness to Parent

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
just use the green button next to the “Add to Cart” button below!
Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


0.5 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Thursday, August 10, 2017
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: ­­­­­­­June 25, 2024 - June 24, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Gain a better understanding of how to handle the drugs and fitness to parent portion of your next family law case. Topics include:
  • Fitness v. best interests, including whether the drug and alcohol abuse is contrary to the best interests of the child; 
  • Proving drug or alcohol abuse; 
  • Criminal convictions; 
  • Statutory and discovery tools; 
  • Potential relief if parent has substance abuse problem; 
  • Relevant statutes; and 
  • Much more.


“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar , Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago

Program Speakers:
Hon. Kevin T. Busch, Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, St. Charles
Julie A. Johnson, Aronberg Goldgehn Davis & Garmisa, Chicago



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $17.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $35
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $12.50
    • Law Students – Free

Family Law "How To" Series: 38. Preparation for GAL/CR/Allocation Evaluator Interview

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
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Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


1.0 hours MCLE Credit


Original Program Date: Monday, February 12, 2018
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: ­­­­­­­June 25, 2024 - June 24, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Gain a better understanding of how to prepare for the Guardian ad litem, CR, and allocation evaluator interview in your next family law case. Topics include:
  • Representing a child;
  • Advocating for a child;
  • Appointment considerations;
  • Limitations of the Guardian ad litem;
  • Communication issues and restrictions;
  • Evidentiary limitations;
  • Expert testimony; and
  • Much more!


“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar , Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago

Program Speaker:
Morris Lane Harvey, Law Offices of Morris Lane Harvey, Mt. Vernon



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $35 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $70
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Family Law "How To" Series: 37. Preparation for Mediation / Parental Allocation Issues

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
just use the green button next to the “Add to Cart” button below!
Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


.5 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Thursday, July 27, 2017
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: June 25, 2024 - June 24, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Gain a better understanding of what to expect and how to handle the mediation process during the parental allocation process. Topics include:
  • Mediating the decision-making process regarding the child’s/children’s education;
  • How to prepare for child custody mediation;
  • The do’s and don’ts of mediation;
  • 750 ILCS 5/602.5 – Allocation of Parental Responsibilities; and
  • The Allocation Judgement.


“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar , Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago

Program Speakers:
Christopher W. Bohlen, Barmann, Bohlen & Jacobi, PC, Kankakee
Hon. Rodney W. Equi (Ret.), Kollias & Gieses, Wheaton
Susan W. Rogaliner, Attorney at Law, St. Charles
Jennifer A. Shaw, The Shaw Law Group PC, Edwardsville



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $17.50  is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $35
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $12.50
    • Law Students – Free

Family Law "How To" Series: 35. Motion for Finding and 36. Reconsider or Appeal

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
just use the green button next to the “Add to Cart” button below!
Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


.75 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2017
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: June 25, 2024 - June 24, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Join us for an in-depth look at two motions: Motion for Finding and Motion to Reconsider or Appeal. In Motion for Finding, you will learn, through a review of recent Illinois Appellate Court cases, how to move for a finding or judgment in your favor. In the Motion to Reconsider or Appeal, you will learn how to deal with the issue of whether, after judgment, a lawyer should file a motion for reconsideration or proceed directly with an appeal. Part of this discussion will also address the role of a Section 1203 motion to set the stage for Illinois’ courts of review.


“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago


Program Speakers:
Julie A. Johnson, Aronberg Goldgehn Davis & Garmisa, Chicago
Sarah J. Taylor, Barrett Twomey Broom Hughes & Hoke LLP, Carbondale
Michael S. Strauss, Schlesinger & Strauss LLC, Libertyville
Richard W. Zuckerman, Law Offices of Richard W Zuckerman, Peoria
Kelli E. Gordon, Feldman Wasser, Springfield
Morris Lane Harvey, Harvey Behme & Associates, P.C., Mt. Vernon
Anna P. Krolikowska, K & R Family Legal Services LLP, Northbrook
Lena G. Winters, Attorney at Law, Chicago



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $26.25 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $52.50
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $18.75
    • Law Students – Free

Family Law "How To" Series: 33. Cross Examination/Scope and 34. Impeachment

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
just use the green button next to the “Add to Cart” button below!
Part of ISBA's Family Law "How To" Series
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section


.75 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Friday, February 24, 2017
MCLE Accreditation Extension Period: June 25, 2024 - June 24, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Join us for an in-depth look at impeachment and learn when and how to properly pursue a witness inconsistency and when to let it go. Topics include the purpose of impeachment; what is impeachable; when and how to impeach prior inconsistent statements; the use of a discovery deposition as basis for impeachment; how to impeach an expert witness; a review of Illinois Supreme Court Rule 238 which provides authority to impeach; and more. Also, gain a better understanding of how to handle cross-examinations in your next family law case, including:

  • The two types of cross-examinations: constructive and destructive cross-examination;
  • Understanding why constructive cross-examinations are the most effective;
  • How your preparation affects the outcome of a cross-examination;
  • Knowing what you are trying to accomplish with your examination;
  • How to impeach a witness;
  • How (and why) to lead the witness during the cross-examination;
  • Knowing when enough is enough during the examination (and why going too far can hurt your case); and
  • How to control the examination of an expert witness.


“How To” Series Producer and Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Kuzniar & Simons, P.C., Chicago


Program Speakers:
Hon. Kevin T. Busch , Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, St. Charles
Jami Buzinski , Kamerlink, Stark, Powers & McNicholas LLC, Chicago
Luke A. Behme , Harvey Behme & Associates, P.C., Mt. Vernon
Ashanti Madlock Henderson , Madlock Henderson LLC, Chicago
Masah S. Renwick , The Renwick Firm, Homewood
Maria Katerina Sarantakis , Davi and Associates, P.C., Genoa City



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $26.25 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $52.50
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $18.75
    • Law Students – Free