Credits: 2.0 general credit hours
Description: A criminal record can have enduring consequences – creating barriers to employment, housing, education, and financial stability long after an individual has fulfilled their sentence. For attorneys working with impacted clients, understanding how to mitigate these lasting effects is not only beneficial – it’s essential. This comprehensive and practical class provides a deep dive into the legal frameworks and real-world applications of record sealing and expungement. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just beginning to handle post-conviction relief, this class equips you with the tools and insights necessary to effectively advocate for your clients.
Learn from experts who regularly handle these matters and walk away with actionable knowledge you can immediately apply to help clients reclaim opportunities and move forward with dignity. By attending, you will gain insights into the following and more:
- The legal foundations and policy rationale behind record clearing, including distinctions between sealing and expungement
- Jurisdiction-specific procedures and requirements in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and relevant federal systems
- How sealing or expunging a record can impact related legal matters, including those involving employment, immigration, and family issues
- Practical tips and strategic guidance from experienced practitioners on navigating common challenges, managing client expectations, and avoiding procedural pitfalls
Whether your practice touches on criminal defense, immigration, public interest, or employment law, this class offers valuable insights tailored to multiple practice areas. Don’t miss this opportunity to master the complex but crucial terrain of record clearance.
Faculty: David J. Dischley, Dischley Law PLLC; Paolo A. Gnocchi, Scrofano Law PC; and Adrian E. Madsen
Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others
The D.C. Bar CLE Program now offers discounted group registration rates! For more information, contact the CLE Office at CLE@dcbar.org or 202-626-3488.
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