Description
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Separation and Divorce: Involving Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Sponsored by the NM Family Law Section Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023 Time: Noon - 1 p.m. Credits: 1.0 G |
To register and attend this program via webinar, click here. |
On March 23, 2223, the U.S. Center for Disease Control
(CDC) issued a report finding that that the national rate of
autism has now increased to 1 in every 36 children*. The odds are
therefore strong that every family law attorney, judge , and
mediator may encounter one or more cases involving a child with
Autism Spectrum Disorder over the next several years. This new program,
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Separation and Divorce Involving Children with Autism Spectrum
Disorde
r" focuses on key points which will be
educationally valuable to all professionals on this important, and highly
topical subject.
Topics to Include:
Important information instructions:
Topics to Include:
- Autism (ASD): Common Issues for Family Court attorneys, judges and mediators
- Relevance of Diagnosis and Present level of Functioning
- Plan of Intervention and Ongoing Parental Roles
- Custody: Additional Possible Considerations when a Child has Autism
- Creating a Parenting Schedule: Challenges and Considerations
- School District/Special Education Issues
- Extended Family Issues
- Mediation Issues and Cultural Competency Regarding Autism
- Financial Issues (Child Support/Alimony/Division of Assets and Debts)
- Special Needs Trusts
Important information instructions:
- Registration closes the day before the program; registration and payment must be received prior to 10 am MT.
- This program is considered a live program and attendees will receive CLE credit after attending.
This program is available online only. Accessing through a desktop or laptop is highly recommended. Using an iPad or mobile device with Internet capabilities is not recommended but may be used. This is considered a live program and attendees will receive live CLE credit after attending.