Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Protections

A Presentation by Maggie Davis

Classification as a Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) is a form of federal humanitarian immigration relief available to migrant youth who were abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents as described under state law. To pursue this form of relief at the federal level, a youth must first obtain findings regarding parental maltreatment and an SIJ order from an appropriate state court. This seminar will explain how to determine eligibility for SIJ classification, review the most common Washington state court proceedings where required SIJ findings and orders can be sought, and present best practices on what proposed SIJ findings and orders should include.

January 23rd, 2024, 12:15-1:15 pm 

Meeting ID: 826 5226 3350

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82652263350

* This program approved for 1 CLE credit. 

Cultural Competency

A Presentation by Commissioner Jonathon Lack

This training will explore the intersection of cultural intelligence, implicit bias and family law.  Participants will learn the concepts of cultural intelligence and implicit bias, explore how to avoid problems associated with those concepts in the family law setting, and be better able to present issues to the court.

February 27th, 2024, 12:15-1:15 pm 

Meeting ID: 893 4165 3778

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341653778

* This program is approved for 1 Ethics CLE credit. 

Minor Guardianship

A Presentation by Commissioner Nathan Kortokrax

During this session participants will learn the ins and outs of Minor Guardianship cases, to include the nuances that cause these matters to differ from Nonparental Custody actions. Discussion will focus on the three main types of cases: regular petitions, emergency petitions and modification/termination petitions.

March 26th, 2024, 12:15-1:15 pm 

Meeting ID: 893 4165 3778

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341653778

* This program is approved for 1 CLE credit. 

Child Abuse & Neglect in Thurston County

A presentation by Myranda Dixon

April is recognized as Child Abuse Awareness Month. DCYF Quality and Practice specialist Myranda Dixon will be updating us on the implementation of legislative action 1227 also called the “Keeping Families Together Act.” How is DCYF doing things differently to move from the challenge to change? Join us as we discuss strategies to keep children safe and promote child and family well-being.

April 23rd, 2024, 12:15-1:15 pm

Meeting ID: 893 4165 3778

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341653778

* This program is approved for 1 Other- Improving the Legal System credit. 

Elder & Disability Abuse and Neglect

A Presentation by Ingrid Zerpa, Denise Rammell & Sheila Bower

This presentation is an introduction to Adult Protective Services (APS) and Residential Care Services (RCS), and it will provide information on how they conduct their investigations and handle any administrative appeals from alleged perpetrators or providers. The presenters will provide tips on how to identify signs of abuse or neglect on vulnerable adults and will provide information regarding the various resources available to combat abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults.

May 28th, 2024, 12:15-1:15 pm

Meeting ID: 893 4165 3778

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341653778

* This program is approved for 1 CLE credit. 

CANCELED

Legislative Update

A Presentation by Patrick Rawnsley

Family Law Legislative update that is more about what didn’t pass and may return than that which did pass.

July 23rd, 2024, 12:15-1:15 pm 

Meeting ID: 893 4165 3778

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341653778

* This program is approved for 1 CLE credit. 

Case Law Update

A Presentation by Chris Meserve and Charles Szurszewski

Sometimes the cases you need are not family law cases at all. We will discuss the cases decided by the appellate courts since last year’s presentation.

August 27th, 2024, 12:15-1:15 pm 

Courtroom 2 

or

Via Zoom

Meeting ID: 893 4165 3778

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341653778

* This program is approved for 1 CLE credit. 

Suicide Prevention in Thurston County

A Presentation by Scott Hanauer

This presentation will discuss youth suicide prevention in Thurston County that has been facilitated by Family Education and Support Services (FESS). The presentation will include a description of “Thurston Youth Alive” and how FESS is providing “QPR Suicide Prevention” trainings since 2019. We will also talk about issues that are specific to youth mental health and suicide including: the stigma youth experience, disparities in youth suicides, common myths about suicide, recognizing risk factors and warning signs of youth suicide, what questions to ask someone who is experiencing behavioral health challenges, strategies to persuade someone to stay alive and get help, and what how to access professional resources.

September 24th, 2024, 12:15- 1:15 pm 

Meeting ID: 893 4165 3778

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341653778

* This program is approved for 1 "Improving the Legal System" CLE credit. 

Youth Dating Violence

A presentation by Rey Ward, Sojourner Duxbury & Sabrina Kelley-Brooks.

Did you know that one out of three teens will experience dating violence before they turn 18?  This session will focus on how individuals can play a role in helping teens navigate healthy relationships and recognize signs of abuse.  Education is pivotal in empowering teens to make informed decisions about their relationships and leave unhealthy relationships.  The CDC has indicated that Intimate partner violence is a significant public health issue that has a profound impact on lifelong health, opportunity, and well-being.  This workshop will cover definitions of teen dating violence, use of social media and technology in dating abuse, and considerations for different types of relationships. It will also address specific strategies to talk with teens about dating and domestic violence and resources to share if there is need for support and services.

October 22nd, 2024, 12:15-1:15 pm 

Meeting ID: 893 4165 3778

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341653778

* This program is approved for 1 “Other” (Professional Development and Improving the Legal System) CLE credit. 

Ethnic Diversity- Culture, Customs & Beliefs for Better Understanding

A presentation by Commissioner Jonathon Lack

This session will explore the ideas of ethnic diversity, culture, and customs and how they affect our roles as lawyers, judges, and court staff, and how these issues may impact outcomes in a legal setting. Participants will explore the law, history, and approach to these issues and what they can do to empower are more equitable justice system.

November 26th, 2024, 12:15-1:15 pm

Meeting ID: 893 4165 3778

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341653778

* This program is pending approval for 1 CLE credit.