Coercive Control and Domestic Violence: What Is It? How Do You Prove It?

What is trauma-informed representation and how can legal advocates and attorneys who work with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault take a trauma-informed approach to their work?

As more organizations adopt a trauma-informed approach to domestic violence and sexual assault cases, advocates need to understand how best to apply these techniques in real world situations. This program will provide a practical framework and offer concrete tips for applying a trauma-informed approach to supporting survivors in the context of interviews and legal proceedings. A core component of the CLE is the demonstration of the tools and sensitivity techniques via mock interviews. The program will also cover new and proposed legislation on coercive control. 

Speakers

Moderator: Bonnie E. Rabin, Esq., Rabin Schumann and Partners LLP

Sherri Levin Wallach, Esq., The Legal Aid Society of Westchester County

Paula Savage Cohen, Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles

Allison Mahoney, Esq., A Better Childhood

Prof. Chitra Raghaven, John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Jennifer Friedman, Esq., Sanctuary for Children

Hon. Edwina G. Mendelson, New York State Unified Court System