Abstract:
Proper representation requires a thorough examination of a client's social history. What appears to be pathological behavior is often, upon closer examination, adaptive behavior. Criminal defendants who manage addictive and neurodiverse features are often a reflection of generational trauma that manifests in the family member who is conveniently scapegoated. This session will define generational trauma and look at the contributing factors that assist in presenting mitigation and defense evidence.
Biography:
I have my BA from Georgetown University and my JD from Emory University SOL. I have 23 years of experience in Criminal Defense practice. I’ve given trainings for CPDA since 2003. I’ve been an adjunct with Santa Clara Univeristy SOL Trial Techniques program since 2002, and the Stanford Trial Advocacy Program since 2009.
I am a repeat presenter for the International Academy of Law and Mental Health at their last three Congresses in Vienna, Prague, and Rome. I’m also a repeat lecturer for the Magnus Group. I recently lectured for the Sonoma County Bar Association on issues of race in February 2021, and on gender in March 2021 for Elimination of Bias credit. It was open to all (prosecutors included) through the Bar Association.
My last project was with 2nd International Webinar on Physical Health, Nursing Care, and COVID 19 Management on March 19, 2021. I served as the moderator, and my lecture was titled ”Is PTSD The New Normal? Life and Practice After A Global Crisis.”
I am published in The International Journal of Forensic Science.
