Adult Forensic Programs
Scheduled Programs (registration applications now being accepted)
VAELA UnProgram 2012 Registration (VAELA Members -- Friday AND Saturday)
Fri. UnProgram (Feb. 24, 2012): Interactive presentations and facilitated discussions on cutting edge issues of interest to Elder Law attorneys, including substantive matters, as well as managing and marketing your Elder Law/Special Needs practice. The Judges' Panel will address issues of capacity and undue influence in guardianship proceedings, will contests, contracts and fiduciary matters. Sat. UnProgram (Feb. 25, 2012): Learn from the experiences of your colleagues and share your own experiences! Participate in small group discussions, each facilitated by an experienced practitioner, on hot topics in Elder Law and Special Needs issues. Discounted registration fee of $350 available to VAELA members who attend BOTH Fri. AND Sat. sessions.
VAELA UnProgram 2012 Registration (VAELA Members -- Friday only)
Friday UnProgram (February 24, 2012): Interactive presentations and facilitated discussions on cutting edge issues of interest to Elder Law attorneys, including substantive matters, as well as managing and marketing your Elder Law/Special Needs practice. The Judges’ Panel will address issues of capacity and undue influence in guardianship proceedings, will contests, contracts and fiduciary matters. The Judges also will take questions live from participants. Interact with the Judges, as well as colleagues from around the Commonwealth. The afternoon also will include UnProgram sessions. (Friday is open only to VAELA members, 90 maximum. To join VAELA go to: www.vaela.org). Registration fee for this session is $150.00.
VAELA UnProgram 2012 Registration (VAELA Members -- Saturday only)
Saturday UnProgram (February 25, 2012): Learn from the experiences of your colleagues and share your own experiences at this day of UnProgram Sessions! Participate in a variety of small group discussions, each facilitated by an experienced practitioner, on hot topics in Elder Law and Special Needs issues, including substantive issues, practice management, and current technology. New this year: "Beginner Track," with topics specially geared to those new to Elder Law. Registration fee for this session is $250.00.
VAELA UnProgram 2012 Registration (VAELA Non-Members/Students -- Saturday only)
Saturday UnProgram (February 25, 2012): Learn from the experiences of your colleagues and share your own experiences at this day of UnProgram Sessions! Participate in a variety of small group discussions, each facilitated by an experienced practitioner, on hot topics in Elder Law and Special Needs issues, including substantive issues, practice management, and current technology. New this year: "Beginner Track," with topics specially geared to those new to Elder Law. Registration fee for non-VAELA member attorneys is $300.00, non-VAELA member law students is $75.00.
ILPPP: Conducting Mental Health Evaluations for Capital Sentencing Proceedings
This program prepares experienced forensic mental health professionals to meet the demands of capital sentencing cases, in which the accused faces the possibility of the death penalty. The program is a full day March 29 and one-half day March 30, 2012. Registration Schedule: $80 - employees of VA DBHDS & its Community Services Boards, and employees of the Office of Attorney General. $190 - all Others. ( Agencies and organizations may consider negotiating a group discount : please advise els2e@virginia.edu )
ILPPP ADVANCED: Evaluating Legal Sanity: Beyond the Basics
On April 30, 2012, Ira Packer, PhD, ABPP, of the University of Massachusetts School of Medicine, will present advanced training on evaluating legal sanity. Registration Schedule: $50 - employees of VA DBHDS & its Community Services Boards, and employees of the Office of Attorney General. $135 - all Others. ( Agencies and organizations may consider negotiating a group discount : please advise els2e@virginia.edu )
ILPPP ADVANCED: Motivational Interviewing
On May 14, 2012, David Prescott, LICSW, will present an introductory workshop on Motivational Interviewing, particularly with forensic and correctional populations. Registration Schedule: $50 - employees of VA DBHDS & its Community Services Boards, and employees of the Office of Attorney General. $135 - all Others. ( Agencies and organizations may consider negotiating a group discount : please advise els2e@virginia.edu )
Future Programs (programs planned but not finalized; applications not yet being accepted)
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Previously Held Programs
Violence Risk Assessment
Held March 1, 2011, Laura Guy, PhD, of the University of Massachusetts School of Medicine, summarized new research comparing clinical, actuarial, and structured professional judgment approaches to violence risk assessment. She also provided an in-depth discussion of structured professional judgment approaches, particularly the HCR:20, a risk measure increasingly used in Virginia facilities.
Assessing Trial Competence
Patricia Zapf, PhD, of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York, is a leading authority in trial competence. On April 6, 2011, she presented an advanced training on Competence to Stand Trial evaluation, discussing practical approaches to gauging a defendant's rational and factual understanding, judgment, appreciation, and reasoning related to trial competence.
Basic Forensic Evaluation: Principles and Practice
Held September 12-16, 2011, this five-day program provides basic legal, clinical, and evidence-based training in the principles and practices of forensic evaluation.
SYMPOSIUM: Risk Management in the Community
Dr. Kirk Heilbrun, of Drexel University, leads this one-day symposium addressing risk management in the community. The Symposium takes place on October 14, 2011.
Evaluating Individuals Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
This program, to be held December 9, 2011, addresses assessment of persons who have been found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) in criminal cases, and require forensic evaluation regarding commitment or conditional release.
Assessing the Risk for Violence in Clinical Practice - Makeup Day
This program focuses on assessing risk for violent behavior. The December 13 date is a makeup day to accommodate those who were not able to participate on the previous November 16 training date.