Recorded Webinar: Impact of Substance Abuse in Parenting Matters

Once allegations of drug or alcohol abuse have been raised in family law proceedings, the court will take the allegations very seriously. As a family lawyer, what can you do to assist your client who has an ex-partner that is either still using drugs, or was a previous drug user? This session looks at the challenges of substance abuse in parenting matters and covers:

• Evidence gathering – what evidence is needed to show substance abuse is an issue?
  • urine screen analysis
  • hair analysis
  • subpoenaing third parties
• Seeking orders for drug testing
• How should this evidence be presented before the court?
• Engaging the right of expert in these matters
• Will positive drug tests result in the children being placed with the other parent?
• What is in the best interest of the child?
  • protecting a child from physical or psychological harm
  • providing for the emotional and intellectual needs of the child
  • avoiding family violence