NH Bar Association Continuing Legal Education, March 26, 2008 -- Catherine Shanelaris Esq., Shanelaris & Schirch, PLLC, selected to teach family law class for the NH Bar Association's bi-annual Practical Skill Class on March 26, 2008. The NH Bar Association's Continuing Legal Education (CLE) carries out an annual education program for members of the Bar. NHBA-CLE offers a creative, topical and substantively diverse calendar to meet the varied needs of New Hampshire practitioners at all levels of experience. Ms. Shanelaris was elected to share her expertise and experience on the matter of family law. # # #

NH Bar Association Bar News, February 15, 2008 -- New Hampshire Bar Association (NHBA) awards 2008 Distinguished Pro Bono Service Award to Shanelaris & Schirch. Law practitioners from around the state gathered at the Grappone Center, Concord, NH to recognize a dozen law practitioners from around the state for their distinguished service. Awards included recognition of large firms, small firms as well as sole practitioners.# # #

Collaborative Law Alliance of New Hampshire, January 2008 -- Attorney Jane Schirch, Shanelaris & Schirch, PLLC, elected Board Member of the NH Collaborative Law Alliance for 2008. Collaborative Law is an alternative dispute resolution technique for resolving conflicts and reaching agreements using cooperative strategies rather than adversarial techniques and litigation. It recognizes the need for each party to have an attorney, but avoids the involvement of the Court. Therefore, the parties avoid the difficult, emotional and time-consuming process of litigation. The idea is that the parties will fully cooperate in the disclosure of information, consultation of experts and evaluation of assets. # # #

State of New Hampshire, 2007 -- Catherine Shanelaris, Esq. appointed to the Access to Justice Commission by the New Hampshire Supreme Court. In New Hampshire, the state Supreme Court established an Access to Justice Commission in January in its efforts to find ways to make legal representation more affordable and self-representation more feasible. Accordingly the state has selected qualified representatives to help enact the commission's policies and its endeavors. # # #

NH Bar Association Bar News, July 2006 -- Pro Bono Honor Roll May 2006: The following attorneys and firms each accepted one or more referrals from the New Hampshire Pro Bono Referral System during the month of May 2006. The willingness of these attorneys and firms to participate in the program’s efforts to provide equal access to justice is very much appreciated: Jane Schirch, Esq., Shanelaris & Schirch, PLLC # # #

Collaborative Law Alliance of New Hampshire, 2006 -- Attorneys Catherine Shanelaris and Jane Schirch are amongst a few but increasing number of New Hampshire lawyers trained in collaborative law and elected as practitioner members of the Collaborative Law Alliance of New Hampshire. Collaborative Law is an alternative dispute resolution technique for resolving conflicts and reaching agreements using cooperative strategies rather than adversarial techniques and litigation. It recognizes the need for each party to have an attorney, but avoids the involvement of the Court. Therefore, the parties avoid the difficult, emotional and time-consuming process of litigation. The idea is that the parties will fully cooperate in the disclosure of information, consultation of experts and evaluation of assets. Go to http://www.collaborativelawnh.org/attorneylist.htm for more information # # #

NH Bar Association Bar News, January 2006 -- Attorney Catherine Shanelaris, partner in the Nashua law firm Shanelaris & Schirch, along with 14 other distinguished New Hampshire attorneys are contributing authors of the 2006 New Hampshire Practice and Procedure Handbook. The handbook is the only legal reference published by the NH Bar Association and has grown out of the mandatory Practice Skills training program. This 2-volume Practice and Procedure Handbook has evolved into a first-source reference for NH practitioners of all levels of experience. # # #

NH Women's Bar Association, January 2006 -- The NHWBA's purpose is to promote and support the advancement and interests of women in the legal community through leadership, professional interaction and the exchange of ideas between our members and the community. This year's board members include: Jane M. Schirch, Esq., Shanelaris & Schirch, PLLC # # #

NH Bar Association, November 2005 -- Attorney Catherine Shanelaris, Esq., Shanelaris & Schirch PLLC, along with several other NH Attorneys has authored "A Practical Approach to the New Parental Rights & Responsibilities Act". Topics include: Child Development: What All Family Attorneys Need to Know; Positive Parenting: The Key Attributes; Parenting Plans: Practical Tips on Developing Sustainable Plans; Parenting Plans and Other Jurisdictions; Domestic Violence Issues and RSA 461-A; Court Update - Forms and Procedures; Expanded Mediation - A Look at The Attorney and Mediator Roles; A View from the Bench; The Pro Se Party - Tips on Managing the Dynamics. The publication is available through the NH Bar Association as well as LEGALSPAN.com Online Continuing Legal Education # # #

NH Bar Association News, February 21, 2003 -- Attorney Catherine Shanelaris is a partner in the Nashua law firm Shanelaris & Schirch. A member of the NH Bar since 1994, she been a very active participant in the Pro Bono Program since 2000, when she returned to private practice. When called upon, Shanelaris enthusiastically participates in the program's referral marathons. She brings to the Pro Bono Program a strong commitment and dedication to representing some of Hillsborough County's most vulnerable citizens in complex family law matters. She has taken five cases over the last two years and does not shy away from difficult cases or challenging clients. She is one of the Pro Bono Program's most ardent supporters. # # #

Franklin Pierce Law Center, Honor Roll Newsletter 2000 -- Attorney and alumnus Catherine Shanelaris has been recognized by the Franklin Pierce Law Center faculty, staff and students for continued support through alumni volunteerism. Shanelaris, along with other alumni, have graciously given back to the Law Center this past year by donating time and expertise on countless projects. # # #