On May 13, 2014, Adele Garmirian and Kristen Kugel attended Practicing Family Law; Avoiding Malpractice, a CLE seminar presented by FAMlaw Seminars. The seminar was held at the Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks, and a variety of interesting topics were covered throughout the day.
Judge Kimberly J. Daniel (Fairfax Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court) lead a “View from the Bench” discussion centered around candor to the tribunal, civility, and ethics in the courtroom. Others topics included Equitable Distribution and a case law review, presented by Alanna C.E. Williams, Esq.; QDRO’s: Avoiding Malpractice, presented by Raymond S. Dietrich, Esq.; Avoiding Divorce Malpractice, presented by David L. Duff, Esq.; Custody, Visitation and Support of Minor Children, presented by John C. Whitbeck, Jr., Esq.; Divorce Mediation, presented by Robin Graine, Esq.; and Spousal Maintenance and Support, presented by Susan M. Butler, Esq.