Domestic Violence and
Co-Parenting: Child-Centered Strategies for Navigating Difficult Circumstances

When children are involved, divorce or separation isn't a one-and-done proposition; co-parents need to work together to support their child or children. While this is not always easy, it's particularly challenging when the relationship between co-parents involves a history of domestic violence. This panel discussion delves into how family law professionals can help co-parents navigate raising their children in these difficult situations.

Learning Objectives:

• Articulate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated loss, trauma, and triggers with survivors in domestic violence cases.
• Define secondary victims of domestic violence and the legal resources available to protect them.
• Identify strategies that Family Court professionals can use in family violence cases.
• Understand what hurdles can be found in Protection Orders for survivors of domestic violence

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Carrie Holmes, Esq.
Pro Bono Manager & Supervising Attorney
San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program

Elle Barr
Professional Liaison
OurFamilyWizard