What is coercive and controlling behaviour in intimate-partner relationships? (Part 1)
This first workshop will serve as a foundation in the two-part series and will provide a gendered analysis of how people of marginalized genders experience coercive and controlling behaviour in intimate-partner relationships. This workshop will identify the complex nuances of violence and the ongoing patterns of intimidation, threats, and other acts that cause fear and safety risks. We strongly encourage participants to attend both workshops as they will provide a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics of family violence.
Participants may claim up to 1.5 hours of CPD with LSBC.
Speakers
Presented by Vicky Law, Supervising Lawyer for the Rise Women’s Virtual Legal Clinic, and Stephanie Melnyk, Coordinator for the Rise Women’s Virtual Legal Clinic."
When
September 28, 2023 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Registration link
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2916939464208/WN_LPO_tBjkTUC00…
How to screen for coercive and controlling behaviour and other types of family violence? (Part 2)
This second workshop in the two-part series will provide tools on how family lawyers and family law professionals can identify coercive controlling behaviour and other types of violence in an intimate-partner relationship. This workshop will discuss how legal professionals can promote safety for their clients to disclose and discuss family violence. Legal professionals will learn how to identify various types of family violence and how to respond appropriately to disclosure.
Participants may claim up to 1.5 hours of CPD with LSBC.
Speakers
Presented by Vicky Law, Supervising Lawyer for the Rise Women’s Virtual Legal Clinic, and Stephanie Melnyk, Coordinator for the Rise Women’s Virtual Legal Clinic.
When
October 12, 2023 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Registration link
Coming soon
Court-related abuse and available remedies
Family violence does not end after parties have been separated. Many perpetrators of violence exploit the legal system to continue their intimidation and maintain control. This workshop will explore the various ways court-related abuse can manifest in family law matters. We will also provide effective strategies to support survivors of family violence, which include legal remedies available to family lawyers to ensure that their clients can continue navigating the legal system.
Participants may claim up to 1.5 hours of CPD with LSBC.
Speakers
Presented by Vicky Law, Supervising Lawyer for the Rise Women’s Virtual Legal Clinic, and Stephanie Melnyk, Coordinator for the Rise Women’s Virtual Legal Clinic.
When
October 26, 2023 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Registration link
Coming soon
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Archived webinars
Archived webinars are organized by topic. If you plan to review a previously recorded course for CPD credit, it is your responsibility to ensure that your review of the course meets the Law Society of BC's criteria for Approved Education Activities.
Legal research course
This course, which is eligible for CPD credit, is a series of videos that demonstrate how to plan a research strategy and employ specific research skills. In the videos we show you how to use popular legal research tools that are free (CanLII) or that you can use for free at the BC Courthouse Libraries.
Take the course (including self-assessment quiz questions) through the Law Society's Brightspace platform.