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Information provided on the American Bar Association's website:

Family violence cases present some of the most complex and consequential challenges in family law. Allegations of abuse are rarely isolated incidents; they often reflect patterns of coercive control, power imbalance, and trauma that profoundly affect survivors and, most critically, children. Courts across the country continue to grapple with how to respond effectively, particularly when family violence allegations intersect with custody disputes, post-divorce conflict, and concerns for child safety.

Litigating Family Violence: A Practitioner’s Handbook provides practical, trauma-informed, and legally rigorous guidance for attorneys and related professionals navigating these high-stakes matters. Published by the ABA Litigation Section, this comprehensive resource equips practitioners with the tools necessary to advocate effectively while centering safety, credibility, and the best interests of children.

For more information about this resource, click here.

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