AFCC 17th Symposium on Child Custody

Family law decisions are often made in a single moment, yet their consequences unfold over a child's life. This symposium invites family justice professionals to examine how children's best interests, voices, safety, and relationships evolve over time, particularly in the context of separation, conflict, and child safety concerns. Emphasis is placed on developmental perspectives, child-inclusive practice, and the careful balancing of children's expressed views with protection, proportionality, and long-term well-being. Join us for cutting-edge, interdisciplinary discussions focused on decision-making that remains responsive as families change and transition.

Conference Topics May Include:

• Best-Interest Decision-Making Across Developmental Stages
• Interviewing Children in Parenting Plan Evaluations
• Voice of the Child Reports
• Child Safety and Protection
• Screening/Assessment for IPV
• Coercive Control
• Litigation Abuse
• Impact of IPV on Family Dynamics
• Screening/Assessment of PCCP Dynamics
• Interventions for Parent-Child Contact Problems
• Mediation and Online Dispute Resolution
• Best Practice and Emerging Technology
• Child Inclusive Mediation
• Impact of Emerging Practice Legislation
• Ethics and Professionalism
• Child Legal Representation and Courtroom Practices
• Children’s Testimony
• Parenting Coordination
• Substance Misuse and Addiction
• Diversity/Culture and Parenting Time
• Services for Self-Represented Parties
• Court-Involved Therapy
• Multidisciplinary Teamwork
• Parenting Plan Evaluations
• Cost-Effective Parenting Plan Evaluations
• Parent Education
• International Practice

Save the date! More information including the complete program brochure and registration information coming summer of 2026. Learn more!