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Putting on an Effective DV Case: Tips and Observations from the Courtâs DV Department Putting on an Effective DV Case: Tips and Observations from the Court’s DV Department *LUNCH-HOUR LEARNING PRESENTATION, IN PERSON ONLY, JUNE 11, 2026* This is a must-see if you handle any restraining orders or DV cases. Join Commissioner Brigid Campo, who presides over the court’s limited DV courtroom, in a presentation focused on critical practice pointers and in-depth advice for how to effectively present a domestic violence case. Restraining orders and DV matters have serious consequences for clients and these cases present many pitfalls for practitioners if you’re unwary. This event is jointly sponsored by the SDFLBA and the San Diego County Bar Association. Seating and registration will be limited so sign up now before space runs out. Speaker: Commissioner Brigid Campo, San Diego Superior Court Date: June 11, 2026 Time: 12 PM – 1 PM Location: Presiding Department, 1100 Union St., 10^th floor (Presiding Department) Cost: FREE! CLE: 1 hr. general participatory credit more info...	6/11/2026	12:00pm to 1:00pm

Conjoint vs. Family Therapy: Whatâs the Difference and Why Does it Matter? Conjoint vs. Family Therapy: What’s the Difference and Why Does it Matter? LIVE WEBINAR JULY 8, 2026 Do you have a high-conflict custody case where nothing seems to be working and no one can fix the problems? Do you have a case where a child is refusing to visit with one parent and therapy hasn’t been effective? Do you know the difference between conjoint therapy and family therapy – and do you know why the distinction is important? Join Commissioner Patti Ratekin (Ret.) and Mitra Sarkhosh, LMFT for a topical and timely presentation on these thorny issues. Learn about the latest therapeutic techniques, what language you should consider putting in your stipulations, and what you should consider asking your judicial officer to order in such situations. Speakers: Comm. Patti Ratekin (Ret.) and Mitra Sarkhosh, LMFT Date: July 8, 2026 (via Zoom) Time: 12 PM – 1 PM Cost: $15.00 CLE: 1 hr. general participatory credit more info...	7/8/2026	12:00pm to 1:00pm

Custody, Coconuts, and Cocktails ðº Aloha, friends! ðº Trade your briefs for board shorts — it's time for our Annual Happy Hour with Safe & Sound Visitation at the legendary Bali Hai! Kick off your shoes (okay, maybe keep them on) and join us for an evening of tropical cocktails, ocean breezes, and good company as we swap the office for grass skirts and leis. It's the perfect chance to mingle with the family law community, toast to another great year, and maybe even master the art of the mai tai. ð¹ ð´ Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026 ð´ Time: 5:30 PM — 7:30 PM ð´ Location: The Bali Hai, 2230 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 This year's theme: ISLAND WEAR! ðï¸ Hawaiian shirts, sundresses, floral prints, straw hats — the louder, the better. Come thirsty, come festive, and come ready to hula your way into summer. Mahalo — and see you there! ðððº more info...	7/16/2026	5:30pm to 7:30pm

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