American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

New AAML Fellows were invited to join the Execuive and Membership Committees this morning for an orientation about how to maximize their experience at the #AAMLAnnualMeeting. Thank you to all who joined — we're so happy to have you as a Fellow 🌟.

Welcome to the first day of the 2024 #AAMLAnnual Meeting! We are excited to see you at the Loews Hotel in downtown Chicago. Here's a glance at what you can expect for today. You can view the full schedule here: https://lnkd.in/gqHaGm6y

Exciting news! Volume 37, Issue #1 of the AAML Journal is now available. This issue delves into the latest in family law dispute resolution, offering insightful articles on how to provide sound counsel to litigants, address biases in mediation practice, negotiation strategies and more. You may view the full journal or individual articles online or purchase a print copy to be delivered to your home or office. Thank you to all of the authors who contributed to this issue. Read now: https://lnkd.in/exczu9Nz #AAMLJournal

The AAML Executive Committee and AAML staff gathered ahead of the Annual Meeting for a governance training, including a Visual Explorer exercise where everyone shared the unique skills and perspective they bring to the AAML leadership. #AAMLAnnualMeeting

With case backlogs, judge shortages and mandatory time limitations, it is challenging to have pendente lite matters heard. Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 27, for our latest webinar, "Use of Arbitration for Pendente Lite Matters," to discover how experienced arbitrators have effectively handled and resolved pre-judgment disputes through the arbitration process. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gdgmmHGV #AAMLWebinar

AAML's partner, Scorpion recently launched the RevenueMAX, a complete collection of digital solutions designed to deliver the most revenue to your business. To learn more about this new tool, register to attend this upcoming webinar, hosted by Scorpion, "3 Ways Law Firms Can Maximize Revenue in 2025," happening Nov. 14 at Noon CT. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gmKWbH7t #AAMLpartnership

AAML extends our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of Donald C. Schiller, who passed away on Oct. 18, 2024. Mr. Schiller was a Fellow of the AAML for 52 years and widely regarded as a respected attorney and member of the academic community. He will be remembered for his elegance, energy, competitiveness and loyalty. Gifts in his memory can be made to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Foundation. Read the full obituary here: https://lnkd.in/gKpwWXd3

Registration is now open for the 2025 AAML Midyear Meeting! Happening March 11-14, 2025, in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, this AAML tradition is an opportunity for AAML Fellows and family law attorneys to rest, relax and recharge. The 2025 Midyear Meeting will provide a reimagined CLE program focusing on investing in your clients, your firm and your practice. Hear from 2025 CLE Chair Elisha Roy and Midyear Meeting Facilitator John Remsen, Jr. as they share what to expect when you attend this revitalizing event. https://lnkd.in/g2dddWDM #MidYear2025 #AAMLEvents

A reminder to all AAML Fellows! Don't forget to renew your AAML Fellowship before Dec. 31, 2024. You must renew to maintain your status as a Fellow. Check your inbox for a link to renew.

In this month's AAML newsletter, we highlighted articles offering tips and tricks for trusts and estate planning. Check out the article, "AAML, Trusts and Divorce," by Ron Kauffman, AAML, where he explores the basics of trusts in the state of Florida. Read on: https://lnkd.in/gBH_ZGA4 #AAMLArticle