As a Leader, Dr. Simon is a sought after speaker and educator in forensic psychology in the domain of family law having been a guest at more than 50 events in the past 10 years. He has appeared on NPR, is an Expert Commentator used by local television stations, serves on numerous professional committees and panels and trained hundreds of psychologists, attorneys and judicial officers at leading industry events. Dr. Simon has trained judicial officers for the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, the National Judicial College, the Family Justice Court of Singapore, the Family Court of Australia, the Federal Circuit Court of Australia, judicial officers in South Africa, and the states of California, Idaho, Alaska, and Washington. In addition, he has guest lectured at the University of San Diego School of Law and California Western School of Law. Examples of topics Robert has taught on includes:
Dr. Simon takes his role as an educator very seriously and at times receives some roasting on his facial expressions. Nonetheless, he is very thoughtful in what he shares and delivers information in a straightforward, easily understandable manner regardless of the audience's mix of expertise or knowledge level. Dr. Simon makes sure that each time he has the opportunity to teach and educate that he gives pragmatic and actionable information that may be used that day. He takes great care in customizing each event to the needs of the audience and goals of the event, preparing carefully, no matter the size of the audience, no matter how frequently he has spoken on the topic.
Fueled by his vision of transforming conflict into an opportunity to evolve and grow through commonality, creativity, community and shared goals and aspirations, Dr. Simon is:
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Possessing a natural curiosity about people and the world, and passionate about things that provide meaning, direction and purpose, Dr. Simon writes on subject matters that will make a difference in the forensic psychology consulting arena and child custody for two distinct audiences:
Best Selling Book from The American Bar Association, Section of Family Law, titled Forensic Psychology Consultation in Child Custody Litigation: A Handbook for Work Product Review, Case Preparation, and Expert Testimony, Second Edition.. Written by Recognized Expert Forensic Psychologists Robert A. Simon, PhD. and Philip M. Stahl, PhD, available now Amazon.com.
The updates in this book are based on the authors extensive experience in the field as well as insights gained from how the field has developed and changed since the publication of the first edition. The book serves as the authoritative and comprehensive volume on the field of forensic review, trial consultation, and the role of the expert witness in child custody litigation. It is intended for family law attorneys, family experts, and mental health professionals working in the child custody arena.
The book focuses on the process and roles of reviewers, consultants and expert witnesses in contested custody cases. Dr. Simon and Dr. Stahl share their more than 50 years of combined experience helping attorneys understand critical psychological matters. Using case examples where issues such as the developmental needs of children, relocation, domestic violence and the alienated child are involved, the book will identify a process to critique the evaluation reports of others, help you clarify the strengths and weaknesses of your case(s); and describe providing expert testimony on a range of psychological issues.
Robert A. Simon, PhD and Philip M. Stahl, PhD, ABPP (Forensic) are experienced child custody evaluators and work on the cutting edge of the field of review, consulting and testifying in child custody litigation consulting throughout the United States. The authors frequently teach continuing education programs for judges, lawyers and mental health professionals on subjects related to child custody disputes, child custody evaluation and child custody litigation.
Robert Simon Custody Evaluator and Educator Appears on the Ron & Robert On Divorce Podcast
Ron and Robert interview Robert Simon, Ph.D. His knowledge and experience speak for itself.
The Smart Divorce Audio: The Legal Divorce
Deborah Moskovitch & Robert A. Simon, Ph.D.
