AFCC OH Annual Conference 2026

Ohio Chapter of AFCC

2026 Innovations Conference

April 10, 2026

9:00 – 12:00 PM

When DV Shapes the Case: Multidisciplinary Considerations

Mindy Mitnick explores how domestic violence affects custody cases, focusing on the nature, context, and impact of allegations and evidence. This session highlights what attorneys, judges, coaches, evaluators, mediators, and mental health providers in Ohio can do to assess and respond in ways that protect children’s safety and developmental needs. Include the fine line of advocacy on both sides of DV cases.

12:00 – 1:00 PM

Lunch & AFCC Membership Meeting

1:00 – 2:30 PM

Judges Panel with Mindy Mitnik, Moderated by Judge Randall D. Fuller

A panel of Ohio judges joins Mindy to discuss real-world DV cases, what evidence is most persuasive, and how courts apply best interest factors in practice in Ohio.

2:45 – 4:00 PM

Statewide Policy Updates

Updates on SB 174 and dispute resolution news from around the state.

About the Speakers

Mindy F. Mitnick, EdM, MA is a licensed psychologist and former AFCC Board Member from Minneapolis, known nationally for her expertise in high-conflict divorce, domestic violence, and multidisciplinary training for legal and mental health professionals.

Marya C. Kolman, Esq. is Manager of the Dispute Resolution Section at the Supreme Court of Ohio and former Director of Mediation Services at Franklin County Domestic Relations and Juvenile Court. She leads statewide efforts to strengthen dispute resolution programs and improve professional responses to domestic violence in family law cases.

Judge Randall D. Fuller presides over the Delaware County Domestic Relations Court. Judge Fuller serves as an AFCC Board Member for the international organization and is former president and current board member of the Ohio Chapter. In 2025 he received the John E. VanDuzer distinguished service award from AFCC.