Legal Representation for LGBTQ+ Families in Family Court Proceedings: Working with Guardian ad Litems, Child Representatives, and other Court Professionals (6/16/23)

This presentation focuses on the importance of legal representation for LGBTQ+ families in family court proceedings in Illinois. It explores strategies for working with Guardian ad Litems, Child Representatives, and other court professionals, and highlights the importance of education and building alliances to ensure fair outcomes and equal treatment for LGBTQ+ families.

Speakers: 
Kathryn Ciesla, Ciesla Beeler
Russell M. Reid, Hoffenberg & Block, LLC
Phillip Rutherford, Rutherford Law


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Legal Representation for LGBTQ+ Families in Family Court Proceedings: Working with Guardian ad Litems, Child Representatives, and other Court Professionals (live webcast 1.00 IL PR MCLE Credit Including Diversity/Inclusion)
Up to 1.00 CLE credits available  |  Certificate available
Up to 1.00 CLE credits available  |  Certificate available
Legal Representation for LGBTQ+ Families in Family Court Proceedings: Working with Guardian ad Litems, Child Representatives, and other Court Professionals (on demand webcast 1.00 IL PR MCLE Credit Including Diversity/Inclusion)
Up to 1.00 CLE credits available  |  Certificate available
Up to 1.00 CLE credits available  |  Certificate available