Contact Information

Let us know if you are interested in submitting an application for AAMLmn membership or if you would like to attend an AAMLmn meeting, CLE or sponsored event.  

Application for Membership The application process requires a written test conducted by the national organization and an interview by the Minnesota Chapter's Admissions Committee. Information about Membership in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers  The application process is handled at the national level, except that the MN Chapter proctors the national written exam for Minnesota applicants and conducts  an oral interview and examination. Basic qualifications include the following: 

1)     5 years in practice, if 90% of practice is matrimonial;

 

2)     or 10 years in practice, if 75% of practice is matrimonial (lowered to 50% in geographic areas where 75% is impossible or impractical);

 

3)     and Recognition as an expert practitioner by bench and bar;

 

4)     and Participation in substantial endeavors to advance the study, improve the practice, elevate the standards and advance the cause of family law;

 

5)     and Substantial litigation experience and ability to achieve settlement;

 

6)     and Recognition by bench and bar as one who practices with honesty, integrity, and professionalism. 

Aspiration to the AAML Bounds of Advocacy (found on www.aaml.org) and MN Rules of Professional Conduct It is no longer necessary for an applicant to be nominated by a chapter member. 

For more information about membership criteria and/or a membership  application, contact:  Lorraine West, Executive Director American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers 150 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 2040 Chicago, Ilinois 60601  For more information about the MN Chapter, see www.aamlmn.com and/or call Christine M. Leick, MN Chapter Membership Chair, at 952-921-7274.

Attending AAMLmn Meetings, and AAMLmn Sponsored CLE's and Events The Minnesota Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers conducts monthly meetings with featured speakers and regularly sponsors advanced Continuing Legal Education programs and events related to family law practice. If you are interested in attending a monthly meeting to become familiar with the AAMLmn, we can arrange for a member to host your attendance. We encourage members of the bar and other interested professionals to attend the AAMLmn sponsored CLE's, Divorce Camp and events.

Please direct your other inquiries to our Executive Director:

Barb Louis

Phone: (952)858-8875 

E-mail: barb@bestmeetings.com

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