Lunchtime Education
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.

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.
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