Product Description

Child support and custody issues can be complicated in any divorce or domestic relations case. For LGBTQ+ parents facing child-related disputes, there may often be more nuanced and unique challenges presented. This program provides an overview of custody, parenting, and child support issues within LGBTQ+ families. Participants hear from an expert panel of practitioners regarding the legal foundations of child custody and support, including recent changes brought about by the 2025 Massachusetts Parentage Act. Gain critical insights into LGBTQ+ specific issues within child custody and support cases, including practical and advocacy strategies for LGBTQ+ clients.

This program offers 2 credits towards Rhode Island’s diversity, equity, and inclusion CLE requirements.

Agenda & Materials

• 10:00am - 10:05am

  Welcome and Introduction

  Timothy D. Braughler, Esq., Mirick, O'Connell, DeMallie & Lougee LLP , Boston
  
• 10:05am - 10:20am

  Framing and Terms

  Kristin Saige Doeberl, Esq., Verrill Dana LLP , Boston
  
• 10:20am - 10:35am

  Pathways to Parentage

  Timothy D. Braughler, Esq., Mirick, O'Connell, DeMallie & Lougee LLP , Boston
  
• 10:35am - 10:55am

  Legal and Physical Custody Overview

  Jared M. Wood, Esq., Egloff & Wood LLP , Newton
  
• 10:55am - 11:15am

  Parentage Act

  Timothy D. Braughler, Esq., Mirick, O'Connell, DeMallie & Lougee LLP , Boston
  
• 11:15am - 11:35am

  Second Parent Adoptions

  Kristin Saige Doeberl, Esq., Verrill Dana LLP , Boston
  
• 11:35am - 11:55am

  Support

  Jared M. Wood, Esq., Egloff & Wood LLP , Newton
  
• 11:55am - 12:00pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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