A primary finding of the 2021 North Carolina Civil Legal Needs Assessment was that family law (particularly child custody) is one of the largest areas of need for unrepresented individuals.
According to the NC Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 32.5% of women and 30.3% of men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. To assist in meeting an important legal need for this vulnerable population, the NCBA Pro Bono Committee in conjunction with Legal Aid of NC has created this program and clinic to help survivors of domestic violence file an action for child custody.
This program teaches attorneys, paralegals and law students how to effectively gather information and initiate a court action for child custody, in a manner that avoids re-traumatizing the client. It includes introductions to the relevant laws and procedures as well as practical tips on preparing pleadings and forms.
Following the CLE program, participants are invited to volunteer in a pro bono clinic in conjunction with Legal Aid of North Carolina to assist survivors of domestic violence with initiating custody filings.
The first 34 clinic registrants receive complimentary tuition to this CLE program, but must first register as a volunteer with the pro bono clinic. Click here to sign up.
This CLE program is hosted by the NCBA Pro Bono Committee with support from the NC Bar Foundation.
INCLUDED SESSIONS
- Child Custody Initiation, Required Pleadings, and Logistics of Assisting With Child Custody Pleadings
- An Introduction to Trauma-Informed Practice
DETAILS
Live Webcast
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
9:50 AM–12:10 PM
AGENDA
Click here to view the full program agenda.
SPEAKERS
- Allison S. Constance, Legal Aid of North Carolina, Raleigh
- Larissa Mañón Mervin, Legal Aid of North Carolina, Charlotte
PLANNED BY
NCBA Pro Bono Committee
- Katherine S. Moye, JusticeMatters Inc., Raleigh (Planner)
- Katelyn M. "Katie" Riddle, Lincoln Financial Group, Greensboro (Planner)
APPROVED CREDIT
North Carolina: 2.00 MCLE Hours
PROGRAM PRICING
See pricing below.
Complimentary program registration is available to the first 34 NCBA members who volunteer for the pro bono clinic. This opportunity is made possible through a grant from the North Carolina Bar Foundation.
