The Law Sections on this page reflect the attempt by the Adams/Broomfield Bar Association membership to address current issues related to the practice of law. These programs are intended to enhance the competency and professionalism of ABBA members by affording attorneys an opportunity to meet and discuss contemporary issues in specific areas of law.
The ABBA Family Law Section provides information, education and training for attorneys whose practices include domestic relations, allocation of parental responsibilities, paternity, child support and other family law related areas. The ABBA Family Law Section sponsors monthly Continuing Legal Education programs for ABBA members. The ABBA Family Law Section acts as a bench-bar liaison with the courts of the Seventeenth Judicial District to promote an effective method to resolve procedural issues related to case management by making certain that attorneys are kept current with respect to the requirements of the court in the handling of family law cases.
Tax Implications in Divorce, Presented by Barbara Quade and Jim TenBrook of Karsh Consulting P.C., Thursday, November 15, 2007, Noon, District Attorney's Office Training Room, 1000 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, Colorado. Cost: $10.00 for 1 Ethics Credit Only and $20.00 for Lunch from Heidi's Deli and Ethics Credit. Choice of Turkey, Roast Beef or Veggie Sandwich. R.S.V.P. to Katie Laughlin with sandwich choice at executive-director@ab-bar.org or 303.451.0300 no later than Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 5:00 p.m.
The ABBA General Section provides information, education and training for attorneys with respect to current legal and professional issues. The ABBA General Section also provides monthly Continuing Legal Education programs for ABBA members. The ABBA General Section attempts to keep attorneys informed as to current trends in the practice of law, changes in law that may affect the practice of law, and professional responsibility requirements.
Update of Colorado Foreclosure Law, Presented by Robert A. Holmes of Holme, Roberts & Owen L.L.P., November 14,2007, Noon, District Attorney's Office Training Room, 1000 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, Colorado. Cost: $10.00 for 1 Ethics Credit Only and $20.00 for Lunch from Heidi's Deli and Ethics Credit. Choice of Turkey, Roast Beef or Veggie Sandwich. R.S.V.P. to Julie Thomerson with sandwich choice at Julie.Thomerson@dss.co.adams.co.us or 303.412.5008 no later than Friday, November 12, 2007 at 5:00 p.m..
ABBA Dispute Resolution Section
The Dispute Resolution Section is now being organized. Section meetings will be scheduled in conjunction with several one (1) unit Continuing Legal Education luncheon programs and will assist in implementing Alternative Dispute Resolution programs. All attorneys and mediators interested in assisting with the organization of the section are urged to attend.
