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Thurston County, Washington

Superior Court

Thurston County Family & Juvenile Court and Thurston County Bar Association present free* training for legal, mental health, education and social services professionals working with court-involved children and families.

 

Lunchtime Education

All programs are scheduled monthly from 12:15-1:15 pm and currently held virtual by Zoom.

No preregistration required.  Just show up!  Members of the public are welcome.

If you attended a session please complete the Evaluation Form and email to Kendra Williams at kendra.williams@co.thurston.wa.us.

For any questions email kendra.williams@co.thurston.wa.us.

*Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit is free.  For more information on CLE approval, please contact the Thurston County Bar Association at info@thurstoncountybar.com.

Zoom Meeting ID: 826 5226 3350
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82652263350

Upcoming Trainings for 2023

Canceled

Writing Skills

A Presentation by Commissioner Rebekah Zinn

This lunchtime education session will discuss how to write for a trial court.  The focus will be on plain language and fundamental skills of clear writing and organization.  There will be insight into how judicial officers read and prepare for court, as well as top tips about how to write effectively. 

February 28, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

* This program is approved for 1 CLE credit. 

Settlement Conferences

A Presentation by Commissioner Nathan Kortokrax & Chuck Szurszewski, Attorney at Law

March 14, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

Meeting ID: 832 7571 2135

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83275712135

* This program is approved for 1 Law & Legal credit. 

Fentanyl Education

A Presentation by Cynthia Whiteman

More Details to Come

March 28, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

* This program is pending approval for 1 CLE credit. 

Canceled

Transgender Topic

A Presentation by

More Details to Come

May 23, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

* This program is pending approval for 1 CLE credit. 

ADA (American's With Disabilities Act)

A Presentation by

More Details to Come

June 27, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

* This program is pending approval for 1 CLE credit. 

2023 Legislative Updates

A Presentation by Patrick Rawnsley, Attorney at Law

In this training Pat Rawnsley will present an overview of the legislative changes and how they impact both the court and attorney processes in the family and juvenile law arena.

July 25, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

* This program is pending approval for 1 CLE credit. 

2023 Case Law Updates

A Presentation by Chris Meserve and Charles Szurszewski, Attorneys at Law

Charles Szurszewski and Chris Meserve will provide a synopsis of evolving family law issues, including an overview of Washington State appellate court decisions impacting the practice of family law.

August 22, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

* This program is pending approval for 1 CLE credit. 

Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month

A Presentation by

More Details to Come

September 26, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

* This program is pending approval for 1 CLE credit. 

Different Types of Protection Orders

A Presentation by

More Details to Come

October 24, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

* This program is pending approval for 1 CLE credit. 

Immigration

A Presentation by

More Details to Come

November 28, 2023, 12:15-1:15 pm 

* This program is pending approval for 1 CLE credit. 

Upcoming Events

All Events

Jun

27

Lunchtime Education-ADA (American's With Disabilities Act)

Tuesday, June 27, 2023
12:15pm
Virtual

Jul

25

Lunchtime Education-2023 Legislative Updates

Tuesday, July 25, 2023
12:15pm
Virtual

Aug

22

Lunchtime Education- 2023 Case Law Updates

Tuesday, August 22, 2023
12:15pm
Virtual