Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council

MCLC Book Club
2026-08-13 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Join us for our August Book Club Meeting where we will be discussing The Divorce by Freida McFadden.
No worries if you are unable to complete the book by 8/13. Please join for a discussion on the topic of the surprises we encounter when assisting our clients through their divorces.
Check your member newsletter for the Zoom link and to RSVP.

MCLC/MCFM Member Drop-In Meeting
2026-09-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-11-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-12-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-02-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-03-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-04-01 13:00 - 14:00
You are invited to the Dispute Resolution Drop-In Meetings for Collaborative Practitioners to meet for informal discussions about cases and practice related topics and networking.

All experience levels are welcome.
No registration is required, but all attendees must be members of MCLC or MCFM.

Please check your member newsletter for the Zoom link.

Northern Essex Collaborative Law Group
2026-09-03 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-10-01 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-11-05 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-12-03 16:30 - 17:30, 2027-01-07 16:30 - 17:30, 2027-02-04 16:30 - 17:30, 2027-03-04 16:30 - 17:30, 2027-04-01 16:30 - 17:30
Are you looking to sharpen your skills and connect with fellow MCLC members? We invite you to join the Northern Essex Collaborative Law Group, meeting on Zoom every first Thursday of the month. This is a great opportunity to practice, collaborate, and learn in a supportive environment, no matter where you are.
The group is open to all MCLC members—whether you’re new or experienced, we’d love to have you join the conversation! Check your email for the weekly member newsletter which includes the Zoom link to join.
Please RSVP to Clint Dalton (cdalton@brigantine.law) if you plan to attend.

2026 Introductory Interdisciplinary Collaborative Law Training
2026-09-16 10:00 - 2026-09-18 16:00
Expand Your Skills with MCLC’s Introductory Interdisciplinary Collaborative Law Training!
Join us for our next training on September 16, 17, & 18, 2026 from 10:00 – 4:00 PM Eastern. Learn more about the training and meet our faculty: https://massclc.org/exemplary-professional-training/
Designed for professionals across family law, mental health, finance, and related fields, this IACP-compliant training equips you with collaborative tools to resolve family disputes, navigate high-conflict cases, and enhance client outcomes. Includes a complimentary year of MCLC membership.

Benefits Of Attending

Learn the fundamentals of the Collaborative Law model and how to apply it to Family Law cases.
Develop results-oriented techniques to help clients reach successful resolutions to disputes.
Identify and implement strategies to navigate challenging cases and to achieve success with high-conflict clients.
Train with experienced professionals who are passionate about the team approach.
Learn best practices for both in-person and virtual collaborative work.
Fulfill the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) standards for a Collaborative Law Intro Training.
Registration includes one year of introductory membership in Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council (MCLC) upon completion of the training.

Who Should Attend
This training is designed for:

Family law attorneys
Psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals
Coaches, mediators, and financial professionals
Child development and co-parenting specialists
Graduate students entering the professions of law, finance and mental health
Anyone assisting family clients in conflict
Other allied professionals such as mortgage brokers, realtors, appraisers, estate attorneys, judges, etc .

Please note: Refunds are not available for cancellations within 30 days of the training. Please contact admin@massclc.org about transferring to a future session.

Tri-River Practice Group
2026-09-17 16:00 - 17:30, 2026-10-15 16:00 - 17:30, 2026-11-19 16:00 - 17:30, 2026-12-17 16:00 - 17:30, 2027-01-21 16:00 - 17:30, 2027-02-18 16:00 - 17:30, 2027-03-18 16:00 - 17:30, 2027-04-15 16:00 - 17:30
The Tri-River Practice Group brings together MCLC members for discussion, professional development, and peer connection. Each meeting features a different speaker and topic relevant to Collaborative Practice, offering opportunities to share insights, explore challenges, and learn from colleagues in a supportive environment.
Please refer to the Member Newsletter for the Zoom link.

Calling All Coaches
2026-09-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-21 10:00 - 11:00
Join fellow coaches for an informal conversation focused on the unique opportunities and challenges of Collaborative Coaching. Bring your questions, insights, experiences, and ideas as we connect, learn from one another, and strengthen our coaching community.
Please RSVP to receive the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rHbxCp5rQaehU5hsH5p13A.

Collaborative Connections
2026-10-08 13:00 - 14:00
Expand your network and gain practical insights at our quarterly networking event. This one-hour gathering brings together Collaborative Divorce Practitioners and a diverse mix of professionals for engaging conversation, idea-sharing, and connection.
Whether you’re already part of the Collaborative community or curious to learn more, this is a great opportunity to build relationships and explore potential collaborations.
Who should attend:

Financial professionals
Real estate professionals
Executive/professional coaches
Mental health professionals Insurance professionals
Anyone interested in networking with colleagues Anyone curious about the Collaborative Divorce Process

RSVP for the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/EOTkLmd7S-aCZQ4VZ2MIxA

Allied Professional Collaborative Law Training
2027-01-13 10:00 - 14:30
Join us on January 13, 2027, 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (EST) via Zoom and learn how ‘Allied’ professionals (realtors, mortgage brokers, appraisers, special needs attorneys, accountants, tax specialists and more) can work as a part of a Collaborative Law team in helping clients resolve disputes peacefully.
This training is designed for professionals consulted as neutral experts in all fields related to family disputes and will equip you to navigate conflict and disagreements between your clients and enhance outcomes.

Benefits of Attending:

Gain insight and understanding on how to work successfully with clients and customers who are considering, undergoing, or are recently divorced.
Learn practical tools and techniques to support your clients who may be having difficulty reaching agreement and moving forward.
Learn the fundamentals of the Collaborative Law model and how to apply it to your clients and area of expertise.
Identify and implement strategies to navigate challenging cases and to achieve success with high-conflict clients.
Train with experienced professionals who are passionate about the team approach.
Learn best practices for both in-person and virtual Collaborative work.

Who Should Attend:

This training is designed for any professionals who may be consulted in family disputes:

Mortgage Brokers
Realtors
Appraisers
Attorneys with expertise in Estate and Trust Planning, Special Needs, and Immigration
Business Valuators
Accountants
Anyone assisting family clients in conflict

EARLY BIRD RATES THROUGH 1/1

Please note: Refunds are not available for cancellations within 30 days of the training. Please contact admin@massclc.org about transferring to a future session.
