In-Person CLE Training for Idaho Lawyers

University of Idaho College of Law

501 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702

June 24, 2022

12:30—5:00 p.m.

To register to attend this program in-person, visit: https://cvent.me/KRaN8W

To register to attend this program virtually, visit:  https://form.jotform.com/221156393625052

12:30—1:15 p.m. Youth panel or speaker:  The difference a lawyer can make

1:15—2:30 p.m. When even adequate feels out of reach – Providing Zealous Advocacy to Our Clients when the Demand for Legal Representation is Greater than the Resources

Lawyers can make a critical difference in juvenile justice and child welfare cases.  This session will discuss how to ensure access to justice and zealous advocacy for each client whether you work within an organization or as a solo practitioner.  Building rapport with child and youth clients and addressing burnout will be discussed as well as concrete information about how lawyers can provide excellent representation given the demands of a busy practice.

Speakers: 

Casey Trupin, Raikes Foundation, Seattle, WA (moderator)

Wade Hyder, Senior Deputy Public Defender, Twin Falls County, Idaho

Franchesca Hamilton-Acker, Managing Attorney/Unit Leader, Child(ren) In Need

    of Care Unit, Acadiana Legal Service Corporation, Lafayette, LA

Stacy Pittman, Pittman Law, Coeur d’Alene, ID

2:30—2:45 p.m. Break

2:45—4:00 p.m. Keeping our Kids Connected to their Families, Communities and Schools

Knowing that a child’s connection to family, community and school is critical, how can lawyers best ensure that their clients in both the child welfare and juvenile justice system remain connected?  This panel will address the important role that lawyers can play in addressing the lack of foster homes and placements; ensuring that our clients obtain an appropriate education; and keeping our clients connected to their families. 

Speakers:

Judge Brent Pattison, District Associate Judge, Des Moines, Iowa

Kraig A. Smikel, Attorney – Youth Unit, DisAbility Rights Idaho, Boise, Idaho

Jessalyn Hopkin, Deputy Public Defender, Bannock County Public Defender’s Office, Pocatello, ID

4:00—5:00 p.m. One size does not fit all – getting the right services for your client

Advocating for and securing services for clients can be a challenge.  Panelists will discuss how to identify the services that will meet the needs of your client, explore the current services in Idaho, and discuss what to do when needed services do not exist.  Special attention will be paid to advocacy within rural areas, mental health needs, LGBTQ+ youth, transition-aged youth, and children who are involved in both the child welfare and juvenile justice systems.

Speakers:

Gabriella McDonald, Texas Appleseed, Austin, TX (moderator)

Abre’ Conner, Law Foundation of Silicon Valley

Terry Scraggins, LSW (he/they), MSW Student, Nampa, ID

To register to attend this program in-person, visit: https://cvent.me/KRaN8W

To register to attend this program virtually, visit:  https://form.jotform.com/221156393625052

Thank you to the University of Idaho College of Law for providing space for this training.