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The ABA Section of Family Law's Trial Advocacy Institute is the preeminent trial training program for family law practitioners. Now in its 24th year, this sell-out program has given nearly 1,000 attorneys the most rewarding trial experience of their career.

Small group sessions in the weeklong program provide both the beginning and the seasoned attorney with individualized trial training. Videotape review of each day's exercises and immediate feedback from leading national authorities on advocacy and family law allow for extensive participatory experiences. Special workshops are presented on Evidence and Business valuation.

The Advanced Trial Advocacy Institute is a four-day program which builds upon Institute curriculum. The Advanced program goes even more in-depth for the experienced attorney looking to further enhance their trial skills.

I would wholeheartedly recommend this Institute for any family-law lawyer desiring to absolutely enhance their advocacy. Results are guaranteed. —Angela Tiritilli, Omaha, NE

ABA Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute (weeklong program)
Early enrollment is advised. Individuals may register online below; groups must register by fax or mail using the application provided below.

Applications are processed based on date of receipt with full payment. Enrollment is limited to 48 attorneys, providing a ratio of one faculty member to every four students within the small working groups. The communication and interaction between students and faculty members made possible by limited enrollment results in a tremendous learning environment. The program sells out every year and many applicants are wait-listed.

Advanced Trial Advocacy Institute
The Advanced Trial Advocacy Institute is open to any graduate of the ABA Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute. Enrollment for the Advanced program is limited to 10 attorneys to provide an intensive learning experience. All past alums of the TAI are highly encouraged to attend this program.

The focus of the 2010 Advanced Trial Advocacy Institute is: Mental Health Experts & Psychological Testing

Please note that the Advanced Trial Advocacy Institute will not be held unless we have confirmed a minimum of four (4) registrants by March 8, 2010.

The Trial Advocacy Institute consists of an entire week of intensive training. A complete program schedule (subject to change) is linked below. Standard programming includes Direct and Cross Examination, Use of Psychological Testing, Examination of Financial Experts, Business Valuation Advocacy, and a complete trial. A combination of lecture, demonstration, exercise and video review are used in instruction.

• 2009 Course Schedule (sample)

Our faculty members are highly experienced, well respected family law professionals who will provide you with indispensable and invaluable training that is sure to improve your trial skills. Faculty members include attorneys, judges, and financial and psychological experts. Trained to use the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) method, our faculty provides unparalleled insights, expertise, and critiques. Still not sure what our faculty can offer you? Check out the testimonials (at right) for comments from past TAI attendees. Then click on the link below to begin perusing the faculty biographies. (Please note: we are still updating our faculty bio page.)

Faculty biographies

Accreditation is requested for the weeklong program from every state with MCLE requirements. Lawyers seeking credit in Pennsylvania and Louisiana must submit a certificate and pay fees directly to those states. The Trial Advocacy Institute course contains approximately 45 CLE credits and 1 hour ethics (based on a 60-minute hour scale).

We will also seek accreditation for the Advanced program. Please check back for more information.

Check back for more information.

ABA Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute
Tuition for the 2010 weeklong program is $3600, with a special discounted rate of $3400 for ABA Section of Family Law members and is payable in full at the time of your application. This fee includes 7 full days of instruction and/or simulated trial practice, special workshops, course materials, textbooks, videotaping, daily lunches and refreshment breaks, transportation between the hotel and program site, and a closing luncheon. (Travel, lodging, and other meals are not included.)

Advanced Institute
Tuition for the 2010 Advanced Institute is $3800, with a special discounted rate of $3600 for ABA Section of Family Law members, and is payable in full at the time of your application. This fee includes 4 days of instruction and/or simulated trial practice, special workshops, course materials, textbooks, daily lunches, transportation between the hotel and program site, and refreshment breaks. (Travel, lodging, and other meals are not included.)

Group Discount**
This year, we are pleased to offer a group discount rate of $150 off each applicant's tuition.

ABA Trial Advocacy Institute
ABA FL member—$3250; Non-ABA FL member—$3450

Advanced Institute
ABA FL member—$3450; Non-ABA FL member—$3650

Members of a group may register for either the weeklong or advanced program, or a combination thereof. (For example, if a group consists of two attorneys, one may register for the weeklong program while the other registers for the advanced program. Or both may apply for the weeklong program, etc.)

**To be eligible for the group discount, all registrants' tuition must be paid in full by one (1) payor; we cannot accept separate payments for each group registrant.

Individuals

Individuals may register online for the weeklong Trial Advocacy Institute and the Advanced Institute. Please note that online registration consists of two components:

1. First, click on the appropriate link below to submit contact and payment information;

2. After you submit payment, you will get a confirmation screen with a link. To complete your registration, click on the link and complete a short form pertaining to your experience as a family law trial attorney. This form must be filled out in its entirety in order for your application to be processed.

• Register for the ABA Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute
• Register for the Advanced Institute

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Groups

To apply for the group discount, download and fill out the form below (pdf). Please note that although the form contains interactive fields, we will only accept faxed or mailed registrations. We cannot accept group registrations via email.

• Download Group Registration Form

Submit your group application by fax to 312-988-6800 or mail it to:

ABA Section of Family Law
321 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60654

Remember to include full payment with application to reserve your spots.

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Cancellation Policy

Refunds for cancellations will be in full, minus a $75 administrative fee, if the written cancellation is received by March 8, 2010. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after March 8, 2010.

Should the entire group cancel prior to March 8, 2010, the payor will receive a full refund, less the $75 per person administrative fee. If only one person from the original group remains enrolled, the group discount will no longer apply, and $150 (plus the $75 administrative fee) will be deducted from the cancellation refund.

Quality Faculty.
Quality Students.
Quality Program.
—Jeff Alter
Englewood, CO