The Child Protection Lawyer’s Toolkit: Insights & Strategies for Every Case (CLE)
The Child Protection Lawyer’s Toolkit: Insights & Strategies for Every Case
The Law Society’s Education & Resource Centre is hosting a free*, two-part CLE program designed to equip practitioners at all experience levels with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to manage a child protection case from start to finish. Whether you're new to child protection law or a seasoned practitioner looking to sharpen your skills, this program provides experienced guidance, interactive learning, and practical strategies to navigate complex cases with skill and confidence.
Session 1: Child Protection 101
Date: Friday, April 25, 2025
Time: 12:30-5:00 p.m.
Join Chief Justice Clements, Thane MacEachern, K.C. (Director of Legal Aid), Justin Milne (MC PEI), and experienced child protection practitioners Ryan Moss (Stewart McKelvey), Alanna Taylor, K.C. (Cox & Palmer), and Matthew Walters (Legal Aid), for an in-depth discussion on child protection law.
This session provides an engaging overview of the legal framework, an introduction to the roles and responsibilities of key parties, and an insightful discussion on indigenous family considerations. Participants will receive valuable advocacy tips from the Bench, discover legal aid best practices for client and file management, and have ample opportunity for Q&A.
Session 2: Child Protection Simulation
Date: May 2, 2025
Time: 12:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Mitchell O’Shea (Legal Services), Alanna Taylor, K.C., and Matthew Walters will lead participants through a candid and interactive simulation of a child protection case from start to finish, sharing insights into their roles and practical considerations at every stage of the process. Q&A to follow.
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Participants will receive a curated list of helpful resources for everyday practice.
Lastly, if there is enough interest from participants, a mock hearing will be arranged to further develop practical skills.
Register Now:
Registration is now full and closed. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please use the following link:
https://forms.office.com/r/snkpqkjDGz. We will notify you if a spot becomes available.
*The Law Society of Prince Edward Island is mandated to protect the public’s interest in the administration of justice. As part of this mandate and with the generous support of the Law Foundation of Prince Edward Island, the Law Society, from time to time, offers focused continuing professional development opportunities to practicing Island lawyers free of charge to promote the practice of law in areas identified as needing additional support with the goals of increasing the numbers of lawyers practicing in the area and improving our community’s access to justice.