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Presentations Recap

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Nick Badgerow, JD
Mediation Ethics & AI

We all know that the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is on the rise. Hundreds of AI programs and apps are available to make life easier and tasks quicker. It is no surprise, then, that there are dozens of AI apps aimed at helping the tasks of mediators easier and quicker. However, AI is not a panacea and its programs must be used with knowledge and care. This program focuses on the benefits and risks of using AI in mediation, and discusses the mediation guidelines for using Ai in mediation published by the International Bar Association, the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services (JAMS) and the Model Rules of Professional Conduct for lawyers, including Rules 1.1, 1.6, 1,7., 1.9, and 5.1.

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Dawn Kuhlman, MA
Trauma Informed Pre-Mediation Coaching

M.A.R.C.H. Inc has launched a pre-mediation coaching program for clients! This session will explore the five components of this pre-mediation coaching model: 1. 5 stage mediation process, 2. Resources beyond mediation, 3. Stress and Emotion Management, 4. Communication, and 5. Next steps - mediation preparation.

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Kristen Buzzelli, JD
How to Use Supervised Visitation & Providers in Parenting Plans & Litigation

A multidisciplinary perspective to supervised visitation and mediation, offering insight into how legal, relational, and safety considerations intersect in family cases. Attendees will gain practical tools and considerations for facilitating visits, mediating disputes, and supporting families through challenging transitions.

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Lori Hickerson, JD

Hotline POEs and De Novo Petitions; Overview of the IV-D Child Support Program

Part I- A broad overview of the hotline process and the department's findings, administrative appeal, judicial appeal, and the unexpected interplay with juvenile court, along with a brief explanation of the central registry. Part II- An overview f the IV-D child Support Program, including both administrative and judicial processes beginning with history of the program, how a case becomes an IV-D case, the administrative hearing process, paternity and child support establishment, and child support enforcement.

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Holly Finch, JD

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A Big THANK YOU to the UMKC Bloch School of Management for donating the MARCH Forward for Families Conference Venue!

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

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MO Bar CLE approved 6.6 Hours
Including 1.2 Ethics & 1.2 Bias
KS CDRE Approved
KS CLE approved 6.5 Hours

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