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Motions — Requesting Court Action & Drafting Effective Pleadings

  • 2 Weeks

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Motions are how attorneys ask the court to take action—whether it's appointing a Guardian ad Litem, ordering drug testing, or awarding attorney’s fees. In this class, you’ll learn the general structure of motions, how to match the request to the correct legal basis, and how to draft the accompanying orders the court will sign. You’ll learn how to draft: • Standard Motion format and structure (caption, introduction, legal basis, facts, relief requested) • Motion for Appointment of Guardian ad Litem - including proposed Order • Motion for Psychological Evaluation - including proposed Order • Motion for DNA Paternity Testing - including proposed Order • Motion for Drug & Alcohol Evaluation - including proposed Order • Motion for Attorney’s Fees (including statutory authority) - including proposed Order By the end of this class, you’ll know how to draft motions that are clear, persuasive, procedurally correct, and ready for court review and signature. Digital, editable versions of all forms used in this Class are included with your registration — actionable templates your team can implement immediately to streamline drafting, reduce errors, and reinforce what they’ve learned. ___________________ Want to take it a step further? Want training tailored to your firm? We offer personalized Zoom or in-firm training sessions including lunch-and-learns, half-day workshops, and full-day intensives. ___________________ Want ongoing support after Class? Stay connected with FLS Direct — our private, on-demand support line for family law professionals. - Unlimited phone access to experienced guidance - Available to your attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants - Same-day support when real-time answers matter most Find more information at https://www.familylawsolutionsinc.com/fls-direct

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