This talk is open to all and will provide significant practical information on:

The new family law act and how it affects both children and adults:
Learn how this new Act affects all aspects of family law, pre-nuptial and co-habitation agreements, new family constellations, blended families, new focus on the views of the child, new language, and new focus on using dispute resolution professional
Options now available to those going through separation and divorce: including Mediation, Collaborative Divorce, use of Divorce Coaches, Child Specialists, Parenting Co-ordination, Views of the Child Reports, and litigation as a last resort

Protecting our Children from the negative effects of family conflict: in all families, whether they be intact, or facing separation and divorce
Important research findings on the effects of conflict on all
How best to protect our children from conflict
Importance of the views of the child
How to talk to our children about impending change in their families
Getting the right help for you and your children: books, professionals, etc