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ETHICS: Dependency in the Real World: A Case Study in Complexity, Conflict, and Advocacy
Thursday June 18, 2026 3:15pm - 4:45pm MST
TBA
A dependency case determines if a child is dependent on the state due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. This presentation will provide a start-to-finish case study of a complex dependency matter involving motion practice, settlement conference procedure, and significant challenges with high-conflict clients, placement, providers, and case management. The case also raised concerns regarding potential criminal exposure and shall discuss how to represent a dependency client with the specter of criminal charges hanging over the dependency proceedings. The presentation will focus on ethical considerations and practical advocacy strategies that ultimately led to reunification against all odds. 
Speakers
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Robert Casey

Attorney, Southwestern Legal
Robert Ian Casey is an Arizona attorney whose practice centers on child welfare, representing children and parents in dependency and termination proceedings, as well as handling juvenile delinquency and adult criminal matters. He practices in both trial and appellate courts and works... Read More →
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Seth Draper

Attorney, Maricopa Co. Public Advocate
Seth Draper has extensive experience in dependency cases at the trial and appellate level.
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Jennifer Patterson

Parent Social Worker, Team-Based Parent Representation Program
Jennifer Patterson holds a Bachelor of Science in Social Work and Criminal Justice from Arizona State University. With over 13 years of experience supporting families involved in the child welfare and court systems, she brings extensive knowledge and advocacy to her work. Jennifer... Read More →
Thursday June 18, 2026 3:15pm - 4:45pm MST
TBA
  Dependency
  • CLE Hours 1.5
  • Ethics hours 1.5

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