This session will include the description of the process options, including collaborative law and the preparation of pleadings and documents for the P-1. In addition, you will learn about the 7th Judicial District’s Court Mediation Program and when to use that option.

Presenters:

• Sara Stout Ashcraft, Esq., Ashcraft & Franklin, LLP
• Jennifer Fazio, Esq., Dentino, Cammarata & Fazio, LLP
• Michael Nolan, Esq., NYS Supreme Court

This CLE is appropriate for both newly admitted and experienced attorneys.

This seminar will provide assistance with the drafting of QDRO’s/pension orders for both defined contribution (e.g. 401(k) plans) and defined benefit plans (e.g. government plans). Sample orders will be provided along with sample language for separation agreements.

Presenter:

• Paul Meyer, Esq., Biernbaum & Meyer

As of January 2026, this CLE is appropriate for experienced attorneys only. Newly admitted attorneys may not earn skills credits via on-demand programs. 

This session will cover the ins and outs of disclosures, including ethics and depositions as well as a cybersecurity component.

Presenters:

• Charles Inclima, Esq., Inclima Law Firm PLLC
• Nicole Black, Esq., MyCase

This CLE is appropriate for experienced attorneys only. Newly admitted attorneys must attend the live program to earn credit in this category. 

Moderator/Chair: Schauna Comfort, Esq., VanHeyst Law

Presenters: Matthew Fero, Esq., Fero & Caputo LLP and Seema Ali Rizzo, Esq., Rizzo & Rizzo Law Office PLLC

Join the MCBA's Family & Matrimonial Law Section for Part IV of its Divorce Academy, featuring Matt Fero and Seema Rizzo discussing all things related to motions.

This CLE is appropriate for experienced attorneys only. Newly admitted attorneys must earn skills credits in person. 

Presenters: Faye Vitagliano, Esq. & Schauna Comfort, Esq., VanHeyst Law

Join the Family & Matrimonial Law Section for Part V of its Divorce Academy, featuring Faye Vitagliano & Schauna Comfort, discussing everything you need to know to be prepared for trial! 

As of January 2026, this CLE is appropriate for experienced attorneys only. Newly admitted attorneys must earn skills credits in person.