$35 for MBA members | $55 non-members
The topic of pet guardianship has been growing in importance, both in the courts and among individual practitioners and is highly relevant for divorce mediators today. More and more courts in the United States, Canada and part of Europe no longer view a pet as property in a divorce.
Attendees will leave with resources to help clients focus on the best interests of their pets while avoiding potential legal fights about pets. Most importantly they will be able to offer sound advice to their clients so the pets end up in the best long-term situation possible. These guidelines will allow you to work more effectively through a situation involving pet guardianship decisions which can be emotionally overwhelming and complicated for people given their love and attachment to their animal family members.
Karis Nafte, a mediator who is also a qualified expert in dog behavior, will cover subjects such as shared vs sole guardianship of the pet, visitations, and common misconceptions and the differences in dog breeds. This entertaining presentation will give mediators a fresh perspective and a clear direction for helping their furry clients and their owners.
For more information: Contact Kevin McHargue, McHargue Family Law LLC, at 503.462.5469. For registration questions, contact the MBA at mba@mbabar.org.