NEWS

July 1, 2026

Conference Reminder

The 2026 Family Law Midyear Conference runs Friday, July 17 (12:00 p.m.) through Sunday, July 19, 2026 (1:00 p.m.),
as a hybrid event at The Hotel Murano in Tacoma, WA and online via webcast.

For full conference details, the schedule, and to register, visit our Events page.

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Scholarships Available for the 2026 Family Law Midyear Conference

The Family Law Section is offering scholarships to help attorneys attend this year's Midyear Conference —
but time is short, so don't wait to apply.

Application deadline: 5:00 p.m. PST, Monday, July 6, 2026

Two Scholarship Opportunities

1. Public Interest / Public Service Scholarship — Up to $1,000 each for five attorneys working in public interest or public service (including PSLF-qualifying employment, non-profit, or government positions), a legal clinic, or otherwise serving Washington's family law and domestic violence community. Covers the early bird in-person registration fee, with remaining funds available to help offset travel and lodging costs.

2. Low Bono Scholarship — $212.50 (a 50% discount off standard tuition) for 10 attorneys who serve low bono family law and/or domestic violence clients.

To apply: Submit a one-page (or shorter) cover letter with your contact information and a statement of eligibility, in PDF format, by email:

Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified applicants. Awardees will be notified by July 9, 2026, and must confirm acceptance by July 10, 2026.

Tuition

Registration Type

·       $390 - Family Law Section Members (discount applied at checkout)

·       $425 - Standard/Non-Section Members

·       $425 - Join the Section [add the Related Items Family Law Section membership ($35) to your cart during checkout and register at the Section member rate ($375)]

·       $350 - New Members*

*New members must be admitted to practice in Washington for fewer than ten years. The discount applies automatically at checkout.