Substance-Use Expertise for
Family-Law Matters
Independent expertise when alcohol and drug use becomes an issue in a family-law matter.
For family-law attorneys, mediators, parenting coordinators, and other professionals navigating substance-use concerns in family-law cases.
Why Combined Family-Law and Substance-Use Expertise Makes the Difference
Family-law matters require more than clinical knowledge.
Substance-use concerns must be evaluated within the context of children’s best interests, parenting responsibilities, co-parenting relationships, and court orders.
Forensic assessment is distinct from treatment and requires a neutral, objective approach.
Recommendations must be clear, practical, and proportionate to the identified risk.
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Areas of Practice
Specialized support at every step
Case consultation and strategy planning
View service →Independent review of existing evaluations and abstinence-compliance disputes
View service →Forensic substance-use evaluations
View service →Abstinence and recovery monitoring
View service →Soberlink monitoring plans and oversight
View service →Random remote at-home alcohol and drug testing (including PEth and EtG testing)
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About Colleen
Experience grounded in two disciplines
Colleen Moore DeVere, LMFT, MAC, is a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and nationally certified Master Addiction Counselor with more than 30 years of experience involving substance use and family-law matters. Her work provides attorneys and other family-law professionals with objective assessments, practical guidance, and recommendations proportionate to the circumstances of each case.
Learn more about ColleenProfessional Affiliations
AFCC CAMFT NAADAC