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This program has been approved for 2.0 General credit hours in North Carolina and South Carolina (in-person credit)

Register in advance! Space is limited.

Bring your own lunch.

Location

Mecklenburg County Courthouse
TCA Training Room 4510
4th floor, behind the "Trial Court Administrator" double doors

Program Overview

As part of our 2026 Summer School CLE series, this session takes a practical look at Juvenile Court practice in Mecklenburg County, with insight from Juvenile Court Judges Shante M. Burke-Hayer, Aretha V. Blake, Faith A. Fickling-Alvarez and Elizabeth T. Trosch.

Head back to the classroom with this practical CLE series designed to prepare attorneys for the realities of District Court practice in Mecklenburg County. Each session will focus on a different area of the court—offering insight into procedures, strategy, and the unwritten rules that can make a difference in the courtroom. Judges will share best practices, cautionary tales, and practical tips to help both new and seasoned attorneys navigate court more effectively. Whether you’re building foundational knowledge or refining your approach, this series offers a candid look at what works, what doesn’t, and how to show up prepared.

Speakers

Hon. Shante M. Burke-Hayer, District Court Judge
Hon. Aretha V. Blake, District Court Judge
Hon. Faith A. Fickling-Alvarez, District Court Judge
Hon. Elizabeth T. Trosch, District Court Judge

All Upcoming Summer School: A District Court Primer Series Sessions
All sessions will be held from 12:00 - 2:00 at the TCA Training Room (4510) in the Mecklenburg County Courthouse.
Advance registration is required. Space is limited for each session. 

Date	Topic	Registration
Tuesday, June 9	Criminal Court	Click here to register
Wednesday, June 10	Juvenile Court	Click here to register
Thursday, June 11	Family Court	Click here to register
Tuesday, June 16	Civil Court	Click here to register
Thursday, June 18	Practicing Before the Clerk	Click here to register
Tuesday, June 30	Domestic Violence Court	Click here to register
Wednesday, July 1	Child Support Court	Click here to register

Questions?

Email MBA CLE Staff (clestaff@meckbar.org)

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The views and opinions of MBA CLEs are not necessarily those of the Mecklenburg Bar Association/26th Judicial District Bar.

This program has been approved for credit in the following jurisdiction(s):

North Carolina State Bar, Board of Continuing Legal Education

Credit has been approved with the North Carolina State Bar, Board of Continuing Legal Education for 2.00 General credits.

South Carolina Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization

Credit has been approved with the South Carolina Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization for 2.00 General credits.

Mecklenburg County Courthouse - TCA Training Room 4510

Training Room 4510 - 4th floor

832 E. 4th St
Charlotte, NC 28202

Cancellation Policy

This is a joint policy of the 26th Judicial District Bar (the 26th), the Mecklenburg Bar Association (MBA), and the Mecklenburg Bar Foundation (MBF). Registration refunds are 1) 100% refundable for requests made 10 or more days before the event; 2) 75% refundable for requests made nine to six days before the event (a 25% processing fee will be incurred); and 3) non-refundable for requests made five days or less before the event. Registrants requesting refunds five days or less before the event may be offered the option to transfer the registration to a substitute attendee. Payment is due in full if no cancellation is received or if cancellation is received five days or less in advance of event.

Tickets purchased from outside vendors may not be refundable.

Late registrations, following the registration deadline or at the event door, may be accepted on a space available basis--additional charges may apply. For some events, food or beverage is not guaranteed for last-minute registrants.

A sponsorship and/or advertisement refund will only be granted in the case that the 26th, MBA, or MBF does not fulfill the commitment(s) agreed upon in writing.

Exceptions (such as in the event of cancellation or postponement due to inclement weather) or other requests for refunds not covered by this policy will be considered for approval by the Executive Director or his or her designee.