Presented by Melanie Battaglia, founding partner of Battaglia Law, and Stephanie Dickson of Pooran Law.

Melanie and Stephanie will be presenting on issues relating to the support of adult “children” over the age of majority who are unable to withdraw from parental charge by reason of their disability, mental health disorder or illness, with a particular emphasis on government (federal and provincial) social benefits available to offset support payable by the parents. The presenters will also address consent and capacity issues as they pertain to the adult “child” in a support proceeding, including notice requirements, participation, and decision-making rights of the adult “child”. 

Payment is due at time of registration and may be paid by e-Transfer to lawsociety@lspei.pe.ca or by cheque payable to the Law Society of PEI.

Registration Deadline: Friday, May 22, 2026

CLE Cancellation Policy: Registrants who cancel within two weeks but more than twenty-four (24) hours before the CLE will receive a fifty per cent (50%) refund and will be entitled to receive a copy of any CLE materials. Registrants who cancel within 24 hours of the CLE or who do not show will not be refunded any portion of the registration fee, but the registrant will be entitled to receive a copy of the CLE materials.