Table of Contents

• Publication year: 2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Message from the Chair......................................................................................................................4

Message from the Editor.....................................................................................................................6

Neverland Practice: Representing Minor Children......................................................................7
By B J Fadem
B.J. Fadem has acted as minors' counsel for many years. In this article, he describes that role, discusses what minor's counsel is and isn't, and shares stories from his years representing children during their parents' divorce.

An Evidence Code Primer for Family Law Attorneys Part I: An Overview and General Approach...............................................................................................................................10
By Hon. William J. Howatt, Jr. (Retired) and Stephen D. Hamilton
Steve Hamilton and Judge William Howatt have teamed up to "write the book" on the use of the Evidence Code in family law. In this first of a three-part series, they introduce us to basic evidence concepts and start us on the path to becoming evidence experts.

Guardians Ad Litem—What Are They and When Are They Necessary in a Family Law Case?.....................................................................................................................15
By Rhoda Chandler
What is a guardian ad litem, when is it necessary to appoint one and how does this role differ from other roles, including minor's counsel? In her article, Rhoda Chandler discusses these and other issues.

Say What You Mean; Mean What You Say...................................................................................18
By Nathan W. Gabbard
In re Marriage of Minkin recently reminded us of the importance of clarity in drafting orders and agreements. In this article, Nathan Gabbard discusses how to mean what you say and say what you mean.

Reboot Your Law Practice: Boost Profits, Restore Work-Life Balance and Make Clients Happy in a Changing Legal Landscape...............................................................................21
By Erin Levine
Millennials are increasingly a part of our law practice and client base. They are revolutionizing the established methods of running a law office. In this article, Erin Levine discusses how to "think like a Millennial," update your office technology and attract a new generation of clients.

Business Tax Returns: What is the...