Credit Details
Credit Hours:
1.00
Specialty Area:
Family Law
Credit Type:
General
Original Air Date:
September 9, 2024
Credit Eligible In:
California
$45
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This program serves as an introduction to dependency law, beginning with how cases come into the Juvenile Court and how Juvenile Court differs from Family Law Court. The program will explain the legal timelines imposed upon parents in California, the case plans parents are ordered into, and how parental rights are impacted by the Department of Children and Family Services.
Morgan Thompson is currently an attorney with Los Angeles Dependency Lawyers, the nation’s largest legal nonprofit dedicating to representing parents in child welfare cases. Morgan has a rich history of working in law, human rights, and policy research. Previously, she served as a Policy and Research Analyst with the Advancement Project California (now Catalyst California), focusing on social justice issues. During their time at UCLA School of Law, she was the Chief Managing Editor of the Pacific Basin Law Journal, further honing their legal expertise. She also has experience as a paralegal defending refugee rights in South Africa and promoting human rights advocacy through organizations like CAST and PASSOP.
Emily Berger is the Law Firm Director of Los Angeles Dependency Lawyers, the country’s largest legal nonprofit dedicated to representing parents in child welfare court cases. She brings extensive experience in dependency law to her practice. She applies her deep understanding of dependency law and her hands-on experience in dependency courtrooms to ensure her clients receive the highest quality representation. Emily, along with LADL’s team of 187 dedicated lawyers, is committed to supporting families and working tirelessly to keep them together.
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This program is free for members at the Sustainer or higher level and OnDemand subscribers. Economy members pay the full rate. Join first, then login to BHBA+ to access this program.
Watch any CLE and your certificate is automatically emailed to you within minutes and is also stored in your BHBA+ profile for easy access. Login to BHBA+ and effortlessly visualize your CLE credits, monitor deadlines, and stay ahead of your compliance requirements with our intuitive progress tracking. Stream all CLEs on your phone, tablet, and computer when and where they fit your schedule.
Live Webinars are free for all members. OnDemand is free for members at the Sustainer or higher level. Economy members pay the full rate.
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