Helping Family Law Clients Through Conflict: Neuroscience & ADR Tools
Carol Barkes & Colby Jones Attorneys are tasked with zealously representing their clients’ positions,1 and in the courtroom, this principle is second to none. However, particularly in family matters, attorneys take on the role of advisor, which contemplates incorporation of…
Read Full ArticleTrauma-Informed Lawyering and Implications to Lawyer Competency and Professional Integrity
Merritt L. Dublin The legal profession has been slow to recognize what many other service professions generally accept – that there are personal risks involved in working closely with individuals who have experienced traumatic events. Being informed about the impact…
Read Full ArticleWorking with Domestic Violence Survivors: A Mental Health Perspective to Consider
Jennifer Beckstead Domestic violence cases may be some of the most challenging and frustrating cases you deal with. Their challenges differ depending on the area of law you practice. For instance, if you’re a prosecutor, perhaps you want a clean,…
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