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Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Nicole Watson - Moderator, Speakers to be announced 

Registration 12:45 / Seminar 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

4th Floor County Commission Room 

3 Hours General CLE Credit

CBA Members $65 / Non-CBA Members $80

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 

HHM - 1181 King Street 

Registration 8:00 a.m. / Seminar 8:30 - 5:00 p.m.

7.5 Hours CLE Credit

Breakfast and Lunch Provided by HHM

CBA Members $200 / Non-CBA Members $250 / Staff $75

MORNING SESSION 

Light breakfast and beverages provided

8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 

Family Law Mediation – Panel Discussion

Honorable Jeffrey Hollingsworth, Ret. Judge

Katherine H. Lentz, Esq.

Randall D. Larramore, Esq.

9:35 a.m. – 10:35 a.m. 

How to Grow a Family Law Practice

Lisa J. Gill, Esq. (Gill Family Law, PLLC)

10:40 a.m. – 11:40 a.m. 

Ethical Issues in Family Law Practice

Sam D. Elliott, Esq.

Barry L. Gold, Esq.

LUNCH BREAK 11:40 am – 12:15 pm (Lunch provided)

AFTERNOON SESSION

12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

Navigating the Intersection of Therapy and Law: Supporting Children in Litigation

Dr. Juliet Thomas, MSEd, EdD, LPC, MHSP

1:20 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. 

Best Practices for Serving as a GAL in Circuit, Chancery, and Juvenile Court

Misty L. Harris, Esq.

2:25 p.m. – 3:25 p.m. 

From “I Do” to “We’re Through” – The Interplay of Divorce, Real Property, Probate & Corporate Law

Michele L. Coffman, Esq.

BREAK WITH ADULT BEVERAGES & SALTY/SWEET SNACKS - 3:25 p.m. 

3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. 

Effective Use of Financial Experts in Family Law Cases

Cindy MacAulay, CPA, CFF, CVA, MAFF

Barry L. Gold, Esq.

4:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

Family Law from a New Judge’s Perspective

Honorable Jennifer Peck, Hamilton County Circuit Court Judge, Division II

SPONSORED BY HHM

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Baker Donelson Conference Room

Registration and Lunch 12:00 

Seminar 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.

CBA Members $70 / Non-Members $95

1.5 Dual CLE Credit

will Bill Ramsey, Esq. 

Thursday, November 13, 2025

NOTE LOCATION CHANGE: HHM 1200 Market Street 

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

2 Hours General Credit

CBA Members $65 / Non-CBA Members $85

with Kara West - Chapter 13 & 12 Trustee

Amanda Stofan - Chapter 7 Trustee & Chapter 11 Subchapter 5 Trustee

Karen Jolley - Trial Attorney

Ray Johnson - Trial Attorney

Madison Lockwood - Audit Manager

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Sessions Court - Courtroom 6

Honorable Christie Sell

Registration 12:00 / Seminar 12: 30 - 1:30 p.m.

CBA Members $45 / Non-CBA Members $65

1 Hour General CLE Credit

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 

Chambliss Bahner & Stophel Conference Room

Sharon Stuart, AIM 

Registration 10:45 a.m. / Seminar 11 - 1:30

(30 minute lunch included)

 CBA Members $65 / Non-CBA Members $85

2 Hour Dual CLE Credit

Lunch Provided 

Sometimes, lawyers intentionally behave badly. More often, however, we momentarily fail to live up to our normal standards. This CLE will present real-life examples or attorney malpractice and ethical lapses from actual cases around the country and will provide helpful strategies and advice for staying out of malpractice trouble. 

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 

Chambliss Bahner.& Stophel 

Barry Gold, Esq. 

8:00 Registration

8:30 - 11:45 Seminar 

CBA Members $85 /  Non-CBA Members $105

2.5 General CLE Credit / 0.5 Dual CLE Credit

More information to be announced. 

Thursday, December 4, 2025

John Bode and Friends to be Announced

Miller & Martin 12th Floor Conference Room

Registration 2:30 / Seminar 2:45 - 5:00 p.m.

CBA Members $65 / Non-CBA Members $85

2.25 Hours General CLE Credit

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Hamilton County Commission Room 

Retired Justice Honorable Sharon Lee, C&M Honorable Robin Miller, Honorable Jeff Hollingsworth, Marc Harwell and Misty Harris

Registration 8:15 a.m.  / Seminar 8:30 - 3:45 p.m. (One Hour Lunch Break)

6 CLE & CME Credit Hours 

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

4th Floor Commission Room 

Matt Brock, Esq. 

Registration 10:15 a.m. / Seminar 10:30 - 12:30 p.m.

2 General CLE Credit Hours 

CBA Members $50 / Non-CBA Members $65

DUI Basics for Non-Specialists

Designed for attorneys outside criminal defense and those just beginning, this hour equips non-specialists to confidently advise friends or clients facing DUI charges. Learn simple, actionable steps, including what to do post-arrest, common pitfalls to avoid, and when to refer to a DUI specialist. Mr. Brock breaks down the essentials for general practitioners responding to casual DUI inquiries.

Deeper Insights into DUI Defense

Building on the basics, this hour explores key aspects of DUI defense for attorneys looking to go beyond surface-level advice. Mr. Brock will cover critical elements like evaluating field sobriety tests, understanding breath and blood test procedures, and identifying prosecutorial weaknesses. Drawing from his extensive courtroom experience, he shares practical strategies to strengthen client representation without overwhelming complexity.

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 

Hamilton County Chancery Court, Part I

Honorable Pam Fleenor

Registration 1:15  / Seminar 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. 

CBA Members $75 / Non-CBA Members $95

3 General CLE Credit Hours 

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Honorable Jeffrey Atherton, Honorable Robin Miller, Rachael Kapperman, Esq., Anne Fricker, Probate Mentoring Chief and Michelle McGill, Chief Probate Clerk

Chancery Court Part II

Registration 1:00 / Seminar 1:30 - 4:45

CBA Members $75 / Non-CBA Members $95

3 General CLE Credit Hours 

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Chambliss Bahner & Stophel Conference Room

Speakers to be announced

8:00 Registration / 8:30 - 3:30 Seminar

6.5 Dual CLE Credit Hours 

More information to be announced. 

Christine Neumann, Discovering Connections

8:00 a.m. Registration / 8:30 - 10:30 Seminar

CBA Members $55 / Non-CBA Members $70

2 General CLE Credit Hours 

Christine has worked with many attorneys, trust administrators, and estate executors and has seen firsthand how complex and overwhelming some heir searches can be. Whether it is tracking down a family member who has been estranged for 60 years or trying to locate 200+ first cousins and first cousins once removed who are lawful heirs to an estate, the task can seem daunting. 

​Christine is passionate about genealogical research and loves the challenge of untangling the branches of family trees and solving her client's complex genealogical research cases.

​Her extensive experience and education, gives her clients peace of mind, knowing that they do not have to worry about how their case will be handled.