Disrupting Tradition Innovative Strategies in Family & Estate Law
Keynote Speaker – Collaborative Stream, Collab Fireside Chat
Divorce Done Differently | Collaborative Coach, Mediator, FDRP, Parenting Coordinator, Trainer, Speaker, Author
Why hearing from children matters during separation
Understanding the difference and its impact on outcomes.
Strategies for meeting everyone’s needs post-separation.
Shelby will share her expertise on bringing the voice of the child into collaborative family law matters — a process that can profoundly shape outcomes for separating families. With over 20 years in family law and extensive experience as a Mediator, FDRP, and Collaborative Professional, she will guide attendees through the “how, who, and when” of child inclusion, exploring when it is suitable, the professionals involved, and the developmental needs of children.
She will also address the benefits of hearing directly from children, the risks to be mindful of, and the ethical balance between giving children a voice without placing on them the burden of choice. Attendees will leave with insights into how this approach can help restructure a family into two homes that respect the needs of all members and foster healthier post-separation relationships.