Family Law

Catalog description

An overview of legal issues with regard to marriage and family relationships with a focus on familial trauma that necessitates and results from engagement in court and legal proceedings. Central to this course is the counselor’s role in working with various types of families to confront important life decisions, resolving disputes and planning for the future. Attention to issues of consultation with legal professionals and the interaction of the counselor with the legal system are discussed. The pre-requisites of CSP 615, 649, 652 and 654 are required as well as CSP 657A or CSP 706.