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SUMMARY:MCLC/MCFM Member Drop-In Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nAll experience levels are welcome.\nNo registration is required\, but all attendees must be members of MCLC or MCFM.\n\n  \nZoom Details: \n\nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86230609210?pwd=I8IMSmT06ZNUPZuqzjAFGHloUp0XBd.1\nMeeting ID: 862 3060 9210\nPasscode: 807285\n\n 
URL:https://massclc.org/event/drop-in/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:MCLC Members' Meeting,MCLC/MCFM Members' Meeting
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SUMMARY:Northern Essex Collaborative Law Group
DESCRIPTION: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 every first Thursday of the month. Whether you’re new to collaborative practice or a seasoned professional\, this is a great opportunity to collaborate\, learn\, and grow in a supportive environment—no matter where you are. \nMay 1st – In-Person “Speakeasy” MeetingTime: 5:00 PMLocation: “The Cellar” (side entrance) at The Bell Inn & Tavern2 Washington Street\, Peabody\, MA 01960 \nThis special in-person gathering is a chance to step out from behind the Zoom screen and engage face-to-face in a relaxed setting. \nPlease RSVP to Clint Dalton at cdalton@brigantine.law if you plan to attend. \nZoom meetings will resume in June—check your email for the MCLC weekly member newsletter\, which includes the Zoom link.
URL:https://massclc.org/event/northern-essex/
CATEGORIES:Northern Essex
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SUMMARY:MCLC & MCFM Tree House Meetup
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited!\nCome celebrate spring and dispute resolution with MCFM and MCLC members from across the state at a drop-in casual meetup! \nDate: Thursday\, May 8th \nTime: 4:00-8:00 pm (Drop in any time during this window) \nPlace: Tree House Brewery\, 129 Sturbridge Road\, Charlton\, MA \nCost: No entry fee; must be a member of MCFM and/or MCLC  \nAttendees purchase their own beverages (Tree House offers alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks) and you can bring your own food or purchase from the food trucks (food truck offerings change daily and are posted on the Tree House website a few days in advance). Check the website for their offerings: https://treehousebrew.com/  \nWeather permitting\, we will meet under the outdoor covered pavilion. \nHope to see you there!
URL:https://massclc.org/event/mclc-mcfm-treehouse-meetup/
CATEGORIES:MCLC Events
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SUMMARY:MCLC 2025 Roundtable: Effective Communication – Art\, Science\, or Both?
DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nRegister Now for MCLC’s 2025 Roundtable\nEffective Communication – Art\, Science\, or Both?\nJoin us this May for the MCLC Annual Roundtable\, a two-day event focused on building skills and strategies to strengthen communication and collaboration in your practice. This year’s theme\, “Effective Communication – Art\, Science\, or Both?”—offers a thought-provoking keynote and three dynamic workshops designed to elevate your work with clients and colleagues alike. \nRoundtable Schedule\nDay 1: Thursday\, May 15\, 2025\nWelcome 1:00 – 1:05 PM \nKeynote: 1:05 – 4:00 PMPresented by Sharon Strand Ellison\, MS.\, Author of Taking the War Out of Our Words: The Art of Powerful Non-Defensive Communication \nSKILL SETS FOR DEFUSING DEFENSIVENESS. . . OFTEN IN A MATTER OF SECONDS. . . Small Changes —  BIG IMPACT \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n“I’m absolutely stunned by the power of the non-defensive process Sharon teaches. What amazes me is not just the incredible success\, but also the speed and directness. The potential to actually have a constructive and respectful conversation over an issue that could easily push anyone’s buttons is amazing.” — Arlene Kostant\, Attorney and Mediator\, San Francisco\, CA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSharon’s transformative approach has earned national recognition and has helped professionals across sectors communicate with clarity and empathy—even in high-stress moments. You won’t want to miss this! \nDay 2: Friday\, May 16\, 2025\nWelcome: 9:30 – 9:40 AM \nWorkshop 1: 9:40 – 10:40 AM: Fearless Feedback: Effective Debriefs in Collaborative Divorce\nA presentation designed to help practitioners effectively debrief with team professionals following a Collaborative meeting. \nIn this presentation\, four seasoned Collaborative Attorneys and Mediators share tools and frameworks developed as part of their workgroup in the IACP Leadership Academy (2022–2023).  \nFeaturing Presenters: \n\nIvan Alter – New York and Westchester County\, NY\nAnthony J. Diaz – Orlando\, FL\nKatherine Morneau – Nashua\, NH\nKaren Van Kooy – Southborough and Newton\, MA\n\n\nWorkshop 2: 10:45 – 11:45 AM: Exploring Collaborative Approaches to Prenups and Postnups \nThis moderated panel discussion featuring Laurie Israel\, author of The Generous Prenup (2018)\, The Marriage-Friendly Prenup (2025)\, and Mediating Prenups (available May 1\, 2025) will look at how Collaborative professionals can serve this growing practice area. Public perceptions around the use of pre- and post-nuptial agreements continue to shift. Increasingly\, couples seek financial clarity before marrying. Supported\, non-adversarial\, approaches to these difficult conversations can help to avoid the pitfalls of traditional negotiation and lead to healthier\, happier marriages. Join us to learn how to bring your Collaborative training to prenups\, share your thoughts\, and ask your questions. \nModerated by Patrice Brymner\, Collaborative Attorney\, Mediator\, and Co-host of Mending Fences Podcast \nFeaturing Panelists: \n\nLaurie Israel\, Collaborative Attorney\, Mediator\, and Nationally Recognized Author\nBeth L. Aarons\, JD\, MSW\, Collaborative Attorney\, Mediator\, and Suffolk Law Faculty\nBeth M. Nussbaum\, Collaborative Attorney\, Mediator and Appellate Counsel\n\n\nWorkshop 3: 11:55 AM – 12:55 PM: Marketing the Collaborative Process to Clients\nWhen it comes to talking with prospective clients\, what is the ‘Secret Sauce’ for getting more Collaborative cases? What should we be certain to always say? What might potential clients ask us\, and how do we best answer their questions?   \nJoin us for a lively panel of highly experienced Collaborative Professionals as they share their recipes for success in getting cases and tell their stories and best tips for talking about Collaborative practice.  \nModerated by Betsy Ross\, Collaborative Coach Facilitator and Co-Chair of MCLC’s Professional Education Committee \nFeaturing Panelists: \n\nDavid Hoffman\nKaren Levitt\nJustin Kelsey\nMichelle Raymond\nMary Sheridan\n\n\nRegistration Rates\nMCLC or MCFM Members: $165 (both days) / $95 (one day) – Save $25 when you register for both days! \nNon-Members: $195 (both days) / $110 (one day) – Save $25 when you register for both days!
URL:https://massclc.org/event/roundtable/
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