2025-04-25 14:00:00
2025-04-25 14:00:00
Course Overview
2025-04-25 14:00:00
2h CLE Credits
Intermediate
2
2:00 pm - 2:10 pm ESTThis session explores the critical federal statutes governing electronic evidence in family law, including the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, Electronic Communications Privacy Act, Wiretap Act, and Stored Communications Act. Participants will learn about authorization issues, penalties for violations, and civil torts related to illegal surveillance in divorce proceedings.
Henry S. Gornbein
Kristen L. Robinson
Irika Mellin
Laurence D. Lieb 2:10 pm - 2:20 pm ESTExamine how social networking platforms significantly affect divorce and custody cases, from evidentiary concerns to non-disparagement clauses. Learn best practices for advising clients about social media use during litigation, including privacy settings and the dangers of posting during pending cases.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 2:20 pm - 2:30 pm ESTSurvey the various forms of technology used for surveillance including GPS trackers, Air Tags, spyware, nanny cams, and drones. Understand the legal implications of each technology type and how ownership interests affect legality of use.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 2:30 pm - 2:40 pm ESTLearn common spyware methods discovered in forensic investigations, from email forwarding schemes to commercial applications like mSpy. Discover best practices for detecting surveillance at case onset and protecting client communications from interception.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 2:40 pm - 2:50 pm ESTExplore the critical distinction between authorized and unauthorized access to digital information, even on jointly-owned devices. The Leon Walker case provides a cautionary example of how accessing a spouse’s email can lead to criminal charges and devastating consequences.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 2:50 pm - 3:00 pm ESTUnderstand the crucial differences between one-party and two-party consent states when recording phone conversations. Learn the absolute prohibition against recording conversations when not present as a participant.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 3:10 pm - 3:20 pm ESTReview the comprehensive range of electronic evidence relevant to divorce cases, including email accounts, social media, text messages, and digital records. Understand how the shift to paperless systems makes e-discovery increasingly critical in family law matters.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 3:20 pm - 3:30 pm ESTMaster the foundation and authentication requirements for electronic evidence under federal rules, including the five hurdles established in Lorraine v. Markel. Learn practical techniques for authenticating social media posts and text messages through witness testimony.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 3:30 pm - 3:40 pm ESTExamine the process of identifying, collecting, and producing electronically stored information in divorce proceedings. Learn essential steps including preservation notices, restraining orders, and understanding that illegally obtained information cannot be introduced.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 3:40 pm - 3:50 pm ESTUnderstand the forensic expert process for locating and securing electronic evidence, from defining relevant time periods to evidence mapping. Learn critical preservation techniques including write blocker technology and maintaining proper chain of custody documentation.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 3:50 pm - 4:00 pm ESTExplore the legal boundaries for webcam surveillance in different areas of the home and disclosure requirements. Examine case examples demonstrating how surveillance evidence can impact custody determinations and the importance of advising clients about discretion.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. Lieb 4:00 pm - 4:10 pm ESTLearn what information cell phone carriers record about calls and text messages, including cell tower location data. Discover techniques for identifying anonymous harassers through carrier records requests and subscriber information subpoenas.
Henry S. GornbeinKristen L. RobinsonIrika MellinLaurence D. LiebMr. Gornbein has dedicated his career to matrimonial law, focusing on areas such as divorce, child custody, pre-and postnuptial agreements, and paternity. He is also committed to collaborative law and often serves as a mediator and arbitrator in domestic relations matters.
Kristen L. Robinson concentrates her practice in domestic relations litigation and assists clients who desire to settle their cases on terms that work for their families. She is a trained neutral mediator, chosen by other lawyers and appointed by the court to assist parties in settling family law matters.
Irika Mellin is exclusively dedicated to her Michigan clients in the areas of divorce and family law. She has years of experience in complex divorce and custody cases that range from amicable to contentious and is well-known as a certified domestic relations mediator and arbitrator.
Larry Lieb is a nationally known subject matter expert in the field of computer forensics and electronic discovery. His practice focuses on maximizing the limited dollars his clients have available for substantive legal work whilst minimizing wasted expense.
Mr. Gornbein has dedicated his career to matrimonial law, focusing on areas such as divorce, child custody, pre-and postnuptial agreements, and paternity. He is also committed to collaborative law and often serves as a mediator and arbitrator in domestic relations matters.
Kristen L. Robinson concentrates her practice in domestic relations litigation and assists clients who desire to settle their cases on terms that work for their families. She is a trained neutral mediator, chosen by other lawyers and appointed by the court to assist parties in settling family law matters.
Irika Mellin is exclusively dedicated to her Michigan clients in the areas of divorce and family law. She has years of experience in complex divorce and custody cases that range from amicable to contentious and is well-known as a certified domestic relations mediator and arbitrator.
Larry Lieb is a nationally known subject matter expert in the field of computer forensics and electronic discovery. His practice focuses on maximizing the limited dollars his clients have available for substantive legal work whilst minimizing wasted expense.
Requirements
The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.
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