Featuring Chair Justice William Sullivan and speakers Tammy Law, Barrister and Solicitor, Robert Shawyer, Shawyer Family Law, and Cathy Tempesta, Office of the Children’s Lawyer.

This program will provide an essential overview and discussion of Charter issues in child protection and family law. The panelists above have all been involved in leading Charter cases in both child protection and family law, including securing state funding for unrepresented litigants under section 7 of the Charter and the constitutionality of section 31 of the Family Law Act. Practice tips on how and when to raise Charter issues, including procedures and notices will be explained.

LawPro approval for Risk Management Credits has been approved. This program has also been accredited for 15 minutes of professionalism hours and 1.5 substantive hours by the LSUC.

Materials, including tip sheets, will be provided electronically.