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SUMMARY:MHLD - RC - Discover Discovery
DESCRIPTION:In contested guardianship hearings\, discovery tools—specifically interrogatories\, production of documents\, and admissions—are used to formally exchange information\, lock in testimony\, and establish evidence regarding the client’s needs and the proposed guardian’s suitability. Because contested guardianships proceed similar to civil litigation\, these methods are crucial for forcing the petitioner to show that a guardianship is necessary. \nAfter attending this training\, you will be able to: \n\nDescribe what to include in interrogatories\, requests for production of documents\, and the often underused\, but highly effective\, requests for admissions.\nIdentify what rules apply and how to serve these forms of discovery on the opposing\nside or opposing counsel.\nExplore the use of depositions as a litigation tool\, including understanding the rule and process for scheduling and conducting depositions.\nLearn strategies to obtain facts\, identify witnesses\, and understand the opposing party’s position regarding the alleged incapacitated person’s (Respondent) needs.\n\nPlease register in advance here. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information  about joining the meeting. \nPresented by Regional Coordinators: Debra Dow\, Esq.(Essex)\, Alex Flig\, Esq.(Norfolk)\, and Deborah Hill Stevens\, Esq.(Berkshire/Hampden) \n2 Credits available for MHLD Panel Members by attending 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM \nPanel members of Essex\, Norfolk\, Berkshire\, and Hampden county can stay on from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM for an additional CLE Credit
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/discover-discovery/
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHLD Training":MAILTO:bkealy@publiccounsel.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T120000
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SUMMARY:MAY MHLD RED (Race\, Equity and Diversity) Talk
DESCRIPTION:MAY MHLD RED (Race\, Equity and Diversity) Talk \nVirtual Event \nMay 27\, 2026 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nDrop-in Lunch & Learn to build on other recent race trainings and support you in your MHLD practice! \nTHIS PROGRAM QUALIFIES FOR 1 CLE ON THE MHLD TRIAL & APPEALS PANEL \nBring your lunch and come join your colleagues on MHLD staff and panel to talk informally and brainstorm about raising race in our cases. Do you believe that your client’s mental health treatment\, admission to a facility or petition for commitment/guardianship is being impacted by racial bias? \nThis is also a chance to case crunch your cases with your colleagues over lunch! \nCome join us! \nPlease use the link below to register in advance. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/v5ifNc-XTtyDEIyJID98wA
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/may-mhld-red-race-equity-and-diversity-talk-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="MHLD Training":MAILTO:bkealy@publiccounsel.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T100000
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SUMMARY:Cultural Competency: How to Educate the Court about the Impact on MHLD Clients
DESCRIPTION:Cultural Competency: How to Educate the Court about the Impact on MHLD Clients \nWhen: May 29th 10am -1pm (3 CLEs) \nWhere: Worcester Training Center \nIn this in-person workshop\, with the MHLD training department\, Dr. Tina Adams\, Dr. Leonard Lai\, Attorney Valerie Rust\, Attorney Naomi Shelton and other colleagues\, we will prepare a commitment case using redacted records/transcript in which the lack of cultural competency is an integral component of the case strategy. \nTogether we will draft cross & direct examinations and deliver them in a mock hearing. \nMore details to be determined. \nSign up at the Eventbrite here.
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cultural-competency-how-to-educate-the-court-about-the-impact-on-mhld-clients/
ORGANIZER;CN="MHLD Training":MAILTO:bkealy@publiccounsel.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T130000
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SUMMARY:MHLD - RC - DECIPHERING BLACK BOX WARNINGS ON ANTIPSYCHOTIC MEDICATION
DESCRIPTION:DECIPHERING BLACK BOX WARNINGS ON ANTIPSYCHOTIC MEDICATION \nJune 15\, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. \n  \nJoin speaker\, John J. Miller\, M.D.\, Medical Director\, Brain Health\, www.brain-health.co\, Exeter\, NH\, Consulting Psychiatrist\, Seacoast Mental Health Center\, NH\, Editor in Chief\, Psychiatric Times (www.psychiatrictimes.com)\, Consulting Psychiatrist\, Insight Meditation Society\, Barre\, MA and moderator\, Essex County MHLD Regional Coordinator\, Debra Dow\, Esq. \n  \nLearning Objectives: You will learn about antipsychotic black box warnings and: \n\nWhat are they and why do they matter?\nAre they scientifically accurate/current?\nWhat is “off label” use?\nThere will be a discussion of off label misuse awareness\, such as the use of antipsychotic medication for management of behavioral symptoms\, chemical restraints and for staff convenience\nAre antipsychotic medications approved for use in elderly patients with dementia related psychosis?\nWhat do the black box warnings say about increased risks of antipsychotics as they relate to mortality\, cerebrovascular\, and metabolic issues\, such as diabetes and weight gain\nWhat are the differences between black box warnings of typical v. atypical antipsychotic medications\nWhere to get the most up to date FDA black box warnings?\nPractical advice to attorneys\n\n1.0 Credit Available for all MHLD Litigation Attorneys \n1.0 Additional Credit Available for MHLD Litigation Attorneys in Essex County who attend hour long Regional Coordinator Meeting after thetraining. \nClick Here to Register for this Training
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/mhld-rc-deciphering-black-box-warnings-on-antipsychotic-medication/
ORGANIZER;CN="MHLD Training":MAILTO:bkealy@publiccounsel.net
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SUMMARY:JUNE MHLD RED (Race\, Equity and Diversity) Talk
DESCRIPTION:JUNE MHLD RED (Race\, Equity and Diversity) Talk \nJune 30\, 2026 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nVirtual Event \nDrop-in Lunch & Learn to build on other recent race trainings and support you in your MHLD practice! \nTHIS PROGRAM QUALIFIES FOR 1 CLE ON THE MHLD TRIAL & APPEALS PANEL \nBring your lunch and come join your colleagues on MHLD staff and panel to talk informally and brainstorm about raising race in our cases. Do you believe that your client’s mental health treatment\, admission to a facility or petition for commitment/guardianship is being impacted by racial bias? \nThis is also a chance to case crunch your cases with your colleagues over lunch! \nCome join us! \nPlease use the link below to register in advance. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/284GxrOVTN6MrRaRqKOYlw
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/june-mhld-red-race-equity-and-diversity-talk-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="MHLD Training":MAILTO:bkealy@publiccounsel.net
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