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• Zoom CLE: Truancy Laws in Delaware- Insights from the Bench

  • When
    April 11, 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Via Zoom
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  Speaker Bio: The Honorable Jennifer Sammons has dedicated 29 years to public service with the State of Delaware, with a wealth of experience spanning multiple facets of the legal and judicial systems:

  • 5 years as a Family Crisis Therapist at the Division of Family Services (DSCYF)
  • 15 years as a Psycho-Forensic Evaluator for the Office of Defense Services, working across Superior Court, Court of Common Pleas, and Family Court
  • 9 years as a Judicial Officer at the Justice of the Peace Court, currently serving her second term
  • Sussex County Judicial Representative for the Criminal Forms & Processes, Truancy, and Peer Evaluation Committees
  • Lead for the Policy Directive Overhaul for the Court
  • Member of the multi-agency/multi-court Truancy Workgroup
  • Basic Legal Education (BLE) Instructor for Initial Hearings, Capias Returns, and Truancy courses
  • Active in criminal court, civil court, and truancy court

  Session Highlights:

  • An In-Depth Overview of Delaware’s Truancy Laws: Learn the nuances of current truancy statutes and their application in both civil and criminal courts.
  • The Role of the Courts in Truancy Cases: A detailed look at how truancy matters are handled in Delaware's Justice of the Peace Court and the Family Court.
  • Best Practices for Paralegals: Tips on navigating truancy cases from a judicial perspective, including working with court forms, processes, and protocols.
  • The Multi-Agency Approach to Truancy: Explore the collaborative efforts of the Truancy Workgroup and its impact on reducing truancy rates across Delaware.
  • Policy Overhaul: Gain insight into the recent reforms and changes to Delaware's truancy policies, and what they mean for legal professionals.

  Who Should Attend:
  This CLE is ideal for paralegals working in family law, criminal law, and civil litigation, or anyone interested in understanding the legal processes related to truancy in Delaware.

  Why Attend?
  This CLE offers a unique opportunity to learn directly from a sitting judge with extensive experience in truancy cases. The Honorable Jennifer Sammons will provide practical advice and key takeaways that will enhance your understanding and effectiveness when dealing with truancy-related matters.

  Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights and improve your professional expertise in Delaware’s truancy law!

  
  

  THIS QUALIFIES FOR 1 HOUR OF CLE CREDIT FOR MEMBERS OF THE DELAWARE CERTIFIED PARALEGAL PROGRAM

  
  

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• National Affairs Luncheon- Housing Justice for All: Paralegals in Action in Landlord-Tenant Disputes

  • When
    April 15, 2025
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    12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Sheraton Suites - Wilmington Downtown
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  Join us for an insightful and impactful lunch as we explore the critical role of paralegals in housing justice and landlord-tenant disputes.

  Our guest speaker, Rena Scott, will guide us through the complexities of housing law and the ways paralegals can advocate for tenants and landlords alike, ensuring justice and equity in housing matters.

  This session qualifies for CLE credit and offers valuable knowledge for professionals working in housing law, advocacy, and tenant support.

  Don’t miss the chance to connect with fellow legal professionals, gain crucial insights, and make a difference in the fight for housing justice!

  
  

  About the Speaker: Rena Scott

  Rena Scott is a Qualified Tenant Advocate (QTA) in the Housing Unit at Community Legal Aid Society, Inc. (CLASI). Certified by the Supreme Court of Delaware, Rena represents residential tenants in landlord-tenant disputes before the Justice of the Peace Court.

  Before joining CLASI, Rena was the primary paralegal for the litigation team at the New Castle County Office of Law’s Litigation Team. She also served as the Continuing Education Director for the Delaware Paralegal Association.

  Rena holds a B.S. in Law, Policy, and Political Science and an M.S. in Administration of Justice from Wilmington University.

  Her extensive experience and passion for housing justice make her an invaluable advocate for tenants and a knowledgeable resource for paralegals in the field.

  
  

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