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Join more than 700 of your colleagues for two full daysof learning, networking and fun…and leave with awealth of great resource materials!1Five ExtraBenefits at thisYear’s Institute:Special Credits – Ethics,Elimination of Bias and ADRNew SpeakersThe 2012 Family Law Institute features many new speakers,including guest speakers:Nina MeierdingNina Meierding was the Director and Senior Mediator of the MediationCenter for Family Law in Ventura, California from 1985-2007 and hasmediated more than 4,000 disputes. She is an adjunct professor atPepperdine University School of Law and Southern Methodist University,and has taught communication and culture seminars in England,Ireland, Sweden, Scotland, India and throughout the U.S.Barron HenleyBarron Henley is an attorney, legal technologist and founding memberand president of Affinity Consulting Group LLC, in Columbus, Ohio,which has provided legal technology consulting to more than 500law firms nationwide. He offers cost-saving ideas for purchasingequipment, and new ideas on how to use technology, giving specificexamples and recommendations.Mario VentrelliSince 1995, Mr. Ventrelli has practiced solely in the area of matrimoniallaw. A partner with the firm, Mr. Ventrelli has been a memberof Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP for more than a decade. Over his 15years of practice, Mr. Ventrelli has represented leaders in the businessworld and professions, influential civic and political personalities,celebrities, and professional athletes. Since 2006, Mr. Ventrelli hasbeen a member of the Illinois Leading Lawyers Network and wasnamed a Super Lawyer “Rising Star” in 2008. In both 2010 and 2011,Mr. Ventrelli was named one of the “Best Lawyers In America” by theNaifeh & Smith publication.Dale CarpenterProfessor Dale Carpenter teaches and writes in the areas of constitutionallaw, the First Amendment, and sexual orientation and the law.In 2007, he was appointed the Earl R. Larson Professor of Civil Rightsand Civil Liberties Law. He was the Julius E. Davis Professor of Law for2006-07 and the Vance K. Opperman Research Scholar for 2003-04.Professor Carpenter was chosen the Stanley V. Kinyon Teacher ofthe Year for 2003-04 and 2005-06 and was the Tenured Teacher ofthe Year for 2006-07. Since 2004, he has served as an editor ofConstitutional Commentary.The faculty also includes attorneys, judges, referees, child supportmagistrates, psychologists, financial professionals, and many otherswith special expertise in family law.New BreakoutsChoose from dozens of new breakout sessions at the2012 Family Law Institute. All-new breakout sessionsinclude:• 25 Years after Nardini: Evolution of Business Valuation Principles• Advanced Topics in Child Support• Basic Appellate Practice for Family Law Attorneys• Ethical Rules and Best Practices to Assist with AvoidingCollections in Family Law• Retirement after Lee v. Lee• Cross-Border Practice Issues• Analyzing Long-Term Cash Flows and Making the DollarsStretch• Dealing with Anger: How to Work with Families in HighConflict• Working with Clients Nearing Retirement with Family Lawand Estate Planning Tools• Advanced Appellate Practice for Family Law Attorneys• How to Generate Documents Quicker Than You EverThought Possible• Diagnosing Resistance and Moving Through Impasse• Understanding Complex Non-Marital Issues• Strategies for Handling Difficult Collaborative Cases• The Best Software Products on the Market Today• 10 Mistakes Commonly Made by New Family Lawyers…and How to Avoid Them• The Minnesota Marriage Amendment• How to Prepare Clients for Financial Early NeutralEvaluations• International Child Support Enforcement and Collections• The Top 10 Cases All Advanced Family Lawyers ShouldKnowPlus an entire track of new how-to sessions:• How to Represent Your Client in OFP and HRO Matters• How to Handle an International Parental Relocation Case• How to Win a Temporary Relief Motion• How to Handle Paternity Issues• How to Structure Parenting Arrangements that Accountfor Domestic Violence5432At this year’s Institute, you can earn all yourethics and elimination of bias credits. You canalso earn ADR credits towards your ADR rosterrequirement.The Biggest Family Law Book Saleof the YearThe best time to buy the Family Law FinancialDeskbook, Minnesota Child Custody Deskbookand other family law publications is at the2012 Family Law Institute. All family law coursebooks are 50% off and all family law deskbooksare 25% off. Don’t miss out on these greatsavings!Easily Searchable Materials on CD-ROMYour registration fee includes the Family LawInstitute manual and Case Law and LegislativeUpdate on a fully-searchable CD-ROM, plushandouts for the sessions you attend. Plus, anylate handouts or PowerPoint slides will beaccessible through a link on the CD-ROM tothe Minnesota CLE website!4 Free Legal QuickSheets SMHandy guides to:• Retirement Benefits• Military Law• Immigration Law• Assisted Reproduction Technology LawFree WebcastTuesday, April 24, 2012; 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.10 Mistakes Lawyers Make in OurCourtrooms…and How to Avoid MakingThem– Judge Kevin Burke– Judge Tanja Manrique– Susan Dickel Minsberg, moderatorAttendees will receive webcast registrationinstructions after the Institute.

22. Basic Appellate Practice forFamily Law AttorneysThis moderated panel discussion will involve twoexperienced appellate attorneys and an experiencedfamily law attorney with extensive litigationexperience. Topics covered include: trial techniquesin anticipation of appeal; motions for new trialsand amended findings; determining whether andwhen to appeal; standards of review and scope ofreview; perfecting the appeal; obtaining a stay; anddealing with bonds.– Diane B. Bratvold, Eric J. Magnuson &Debra E. Yerigan– Gary A. Debele, moderator23. How to Handle an InternationalParental Relocation Case– Nancy Zalusky Berg24. Ethical Rules and Best Practices toAssist with Avoiding Collections inFamily Law1.0 ethics credit applied for• Minnesota Rules of Professional Conduct thatare implicated by attorney/client fee issues• Best practices to avoid large collection scenarios• What to do when you have to collect, includingattorney liens, collection on judgments, andpositioning for a future bankruptcy by the client– Melissa J. Chawla & Jack DeWalt3:45 – 4:00 p.m.BREAK4:00 – 5:00 p.m.BREAKOUT SESSION D25. The Basics of Child Support– Laurie A. Mack-Wagner & Lymari J. Santana26. Retirement after Lee v. LeeThe Lee case answered some questions, but leftmany others unanswered. How should family lawyersconsider the economics of retirement in thedissolution process? Practical hands-on examplesand calculations will be analyzed through the eyesof family lawyers and financial planners.– Kim R. Bonuomo, Jana Aune Deach &Perry S. Long27. Handling Cross-Border Practice IssuesAttorneys from Minnesota’s neighboring states(Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota)will discuss the differences in family law betweenthe states. Presenters will highlight issues such ascommunity property and common law marriage.– Aaron J. Emerson, Timothy J. McLarnan,John M. Sandy & Laura J. Seaton– Karen T. Kugler, moderator28. I Don’t Want to Die Married toHim/Her – Analyzing Long-Term CashFlows and Making the Dollars StretchThe U.S. population is aging, and we are serving anincreasing number of older clients. In this and othersituations, you may need to know if a particularsettlement will leave your client financially “o.k.”When should you run a long-term cash flow? Whatare sensible assumptions for the analysis giventoday’s difficult economy, with inflation likely onthe rise and investment returns low? How shouldwe address Medicare which is being squeezed dueto government deficits? And what about the trendtoward longer lives? How can we plan to maximizeSocial Security benefits? We’ll review examples ofwhen it makes sense to do a long-term cash flow, orretain an expert to perform one, sensible assumptionsfor the analysis, and some planning ideas youmight incorporate to help the dollars “stretch.”– Laura A. Kuntz29. 7 Things Every Family Lawyer ShouldKnow about Immigration Law– Vincent P. Martin30. Dealing with Anger: How to Work withFamilies in High Conflict1.0 ADR credit applied forThis practical workshop will focus on the pros andcons of “venting,” the use of anger as a constructivetool to explore people’s true needs and interests,and strategic questions to help parties begin movebeyond destructive anger.– Nina Meierding31. Working with Clients NearingRetirement with Family Law andEstate Planning ToolsThis session will provide an overview of uniqueissues affecting clients nearing retirement, butgoing through divorce. It will cover the impact ofearly or normal retirement on spousal maintenance,health insurance, life insurance and retirement planconsiderations. It will also provide an overviewof immediate post divorce options for estate andincapacity planning using powers of attorney, jointsurvivorship accounts, health care directives, simplewills, and TODDS.– J. Scott Braden32. Advanced Appellate Practice forFamily Law AttorneysThis session is designed for family law practitionerswith appellate experience wanting a more advancedpresentation. This moderated panel discussion willinvolve two experienced appellate attorneys withappellate experience in a variety of contexts andcourts. Topics include: writs and motion practice;interlocutory appeals; petitions for discretionary andfurther review; when and how to obtain amicus involvement;writing effective briefs and preparing fororal argument; the appellate court decision makingprocess; and mediation and settlement negotiationsat the appellate level.– Diane B. Bratvold & Eric J. Magnuson– Gary A. Debele, moderator33. How to Win a Temporary Relief Motion– Jason C. Kohlmeyer & Daniel J. Van Loh34. Networking Professionally andEthically1.0 ethics credit applied forEveryone knows that networking is good for your legalcareer, but like diet and exercise, many attorneysmake excuses to avoid it. This program shows youhow to network in a manner that feels comfortablefor you and how to build your network. Alsolearn the ethical traps of networking: When doeseffective networking turn into unethical solicitation?Is there anything unethical in entertaining clients?How do you ethically handle referral fees?– Roy S. Ginsburg5:00 – 6:00 p.m.Reception –Sponsored byOur Family WizardAll 2012 Family Law Institute attendees are invited tostay for refreshments, snacks and conversation withfaculty, colleagues and friends.Tuesday, March 278:30 – 9:00 a.m.CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST9:00 – 11:45 a.m.SUPER BREAKOUT SESSION E(Sessions include a 15-minute break.)35. Annual Case Law and LegislativeUpdateA comprehensive review of the most importantcases and the latest legislation, issues and trends infamily law.– Michael D. Dittberner, Jaime Driggs,Bruce D. Kennedy, Zachary A. Kretchmer,Dana K. McKenzie & Suzanne M. Remington36. The Impact of Gender on Communicationand Negotiation2.5 elimination of bias credits applied for2.5 ADR credits applied forThis session will focus on specific gender attributes thatmay impact your family law negotiations. While eachindividual has his or her own unique characteristics,there are prototypes (not stereotypes) that are usefulto understand. This practical workshop will explorehow gender impacts the way that communication isexpressed, power is exercised, decisions are reached,humor is experienced and relationships are valued.– Nina Meierding37. Technology to Revolutionize Your Practice2.5 law office management credits applied forTaking a case study approach, hear how real lawyershave embraced technology to revolutionize theirpractices. Re-examine how YOU incorporate technologyinto your practice, and follow in the footsteps of lawyerswho re-imagined the way they practice and changedtheir lives for the better. You’re guaranteed to walk awaywith some great tips and a fresh perspective on yourpractice. Topics to be discussed include:1. Case Management Systems2. Document Assembly3. Legal Accounting Best Practices4. Law Practice Automation5. Paper Reduction/Scanning6. Return on Investment Analysis7. Workflow Mapping/Business Process Analysis– Barron Henley11:45 – 1:00 p.m.LUNCHEON (provided by Minnesota CLE)1:00 – 2:00 p.m.BREAKOUT SESSION F38. The Basics of Spousal Maintenance– William Casey39. Child Support and Expedited ProcessPanel2-hour session– Magistrate Jan Craig Nelson, moderator• How to Determine Income forSelf-Employed Obligors– Mark Ponsolle & Magistrate Timothy L. Tingelstad• 20 Dos and Don’ts for Child SupportHearings– Magistrate Jodie Metcalf• How to Determine Potential Income– Heidi M. Chandler

Faculty & PlannersPlanning Committee MemberMinnesota ContinuingState Bar Legal EducationAssociation2550 UNIVERSITY AVE W #160-S, SAINT PAUL MN 55114Nonprofit Org.U.S. PostageP A I DMinnesota ContinuingLegal EducationSteven H. SnyderInstitute ChairSteven H. Snyder &AssociatesMaple GroveRana S. AlexanderBattered Women’s LegalAdvocacy ProjectMinneapolisLinda R. AllenButler & Allen, P.A.Saint PaulRyan D. AndersonLubov & Associates, LLCGolden ValleyLeah ArteagaSecond Judicial DistrictSaint PaulJudgeRobert A. AwsumbSecond Judicial DistrictSaint PaulNancy Zalusky BergWalling, Berg & Debele, P.A.MinneapolisRick C. BerningBerning & Heidebrecht, Ltd.MedinaShannon M.Bixby-PankratzMoss & Barnett, P.A.MinneapolisKim R. BonuomoMoss & Barnett, P.A.MinneapolisJ. Scott BradenThe Law Offices ofJ. Scott BradenFaribaultDiane B. BratvoldBriggs & Morgan, P.A.MinneapolisVictoria J. BrennerCollins, Buckley,Sauntry & Haugh, P.L.L.P.Saint PaulCatherine BreyFourth Judicial DistrictMinneapolisDale CarpenterUniversity of MinnesotaLaw SchoolMinneapolisWilliam CaseyWilliam CaseyLaw Offices LLCMinneapolisHeidi M. ChandlerItasca CountyAttorney’s OfficeGrand RapidsMelissa J. ChawlaWalling, Berg & Debele, P.A.MinneapolisJohanna ClyborneBrekke, Clyborne &Ribich, L.L.C.ShakopeeElizabeth A. ClysdaleCollins, Buckley,Sauntry & Haugh, P.L.L. P.Saint PaulEric T. CoopersteinLaw Office ofEric T. Cooperstein, PLLCMinneapolisKenneth Corey-EdstromLarkin HoffmanDaly & Lindgren Ltd.MinneapolisJana Aune DeachMoss & Barnett, P.A.MinneapolisGary A. DebeleWalling, Berg & Debele, P.A.MinneapolisStephen G. DennisBaune, Dosen & CompanyMinneapolisJack DeWaltWalling, Berg & Debele, P.A.MinneapolisMichael D. DittbernerLinder, Dittberner &Bryant, Ltd.EdinaJaime DriggsHenson & Efron, P.A.MinneapolisAlan C. EidsnessHenson & Efron, P.A.MinneapolisAaron J. EmersonMyers & Billion, LLPSioux Falls, South DakotaMargaret K. EricksonSouthern MinnesotaRegional Legal ServicesWorthingtonW. Bradley FragoFrago & Lasswell P.A.NorthfieldLoretta M. FrederickBattered Women’sJustice ProjectMinneapolisJill I. FriedersO’Brien & Wolf, L.L.P.RochesterR. Leigh FrostThe Law Offices ofR. Leigh Frost, Ltd.Saint PaulSamantha J. GemberlingWolf, Rohr, McKenzie &Gemberling, P.A.Saint PaulRoy S. GinsburgAttorney at LawMinnetonkaThomas W. HarjesBaker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLPMinneapolisJohn H. HeidebrechtBerning & Heidebrecht, Ltd.MedinaAmy L. HelseneLarkin HoffmanDaly & Lindgren Ltd.MinneapolisBarron HenleyAffinity Consulting Group LLCColumbus, OhioBen M. HenschelHenschel Moberg, P.A.MinneapolisThomas M. HughesThomas M. Hughes, Ltd.RosevilleRodney H. JensenJensen, Mullen &McSweeney, P.L.L.P.BloomingtonBruce D. KennedyBruce D. Kennedy Law OfficeRosevilleKathy KissoonAttorney at LawPrior LakeJason C. KohlmeyerRosengren KohlmeyerLaw Office, Chtd.MankatoDavid J. KoobCaplan & TamburinoLaw Firm, P.A.MinneapolisZachary A. KretchmerNiemi, Jerabek & KretchmerMinneapolisKaren T. KuglerJ. Oakes Family LawRosevilleLaura A. KuntzBloomingtonMary C. LauheadMary C. Lauhead Law OfficeSaint PaulPerry S. LongLong Range Financial, Inc.New HopeD. Patrick McCulloughMcCullough & Associates, P.A.Saint PaulKevin McGrathMcGrath DisputeResolution, LLCMinneapolisDana K. McKenzieWolf, Rohr, McKenzie &Gemberling, P.A.Saint PaulTimothy J. McLarnanMcLarnan & SkatvoldMoorheadLaurie A. Mack-WagnerMack & SantanaLaw Offices, P.C.MinneapolisEric J. MagnusonBriggs & Morgan, P.A.MinneapolisVincent P. MartinCundy & Martin, LLCBloomingtonJaneen L. MassarosSouthern MetropolitanMediation ServicesBloomingtonAllison W. MaximWalling, Berg & Debele, P.A.MinneapolisNina MeierdingNegotiation and Mediation TrainingBainbridge Island, WashingtonMagistrate Jodie MetcalfChild Support Magistrate / ManagerSaint PaulMindy F. MitnickUptown Mental Health CenterMinneapolisJoani C. MobergHenschel Moberg P.A.MinneapolisMagistrate Jan Craig NelsonFifth Judicial DistrictRedwood FallsJ. Lee NovelliBinder Law Offices, P.A.MinneapolisDATED MATERIAL — PLEASE EXPEDITE!For more informationScan code for more informationor to register for this course.Dan O’ConnellCollins, Buckley, Sauntry &Haugh, P.L.L. P.Saint PaulJudith L. OakesJ. Oakes Family LawRosevilleRon OuskyOusky Law FirmEdinaMark PonsolleRamsey CountyAttorney’s OfficeSaint PaulJeffrey F. PostumaJeffrey F. Postuma, LLCSaint MichaelMary Frances M. PriceMaser, Amundson & Price, P.A.MinneapolisJudge Jeannice M. RedingFourth Judicial DistrictMinneapolisSuzanne M. RemingtonHenson & Efron, P.A.MinneapolisSusan C. RhodeMoss & Barnett, P.A.MinneapolisJohn M. SandySandy Law Firm, PCSpirit Lake, IowaLymari J. SantanaMack & Santana Law Offices, P.C.MinneapolisDr. Mark SchaeferBloomingtonPatrick K. SchmidtValue Consulting GroupPlymouthMichele K. SchorbahnEl-Ghazzawy Law Offices, LLCMinneapolisLaura J. SeatonBosshard Parke Ltd.La Crosse, WisconsinJustin TerbeestMcCullough & Associates, P.A.Saint PaulMagistrateTimothy L. TingelstadNinth Judicial DistrictBemidjiDaniel J. Van LohDeckert & Van Loh, P.A.Maple GroveMario R. VentrelliSchiller DuCanto & Fleck LLPChicago, IllinoisRichelle M. WahiLindquist & Vennum, P.L.L.P.MinneapolisEdward L. WinerMoss & Barnett, P.A.MinneapolisTifanne E. E. WolterButler & Allen, P.A.Saint PaulDebra E. YeriganMcGrann Shea CarnivalStraughn & Lamb, CharteredMinneapolisJulian J. ZweberAttorney at LawSaint Paul