The law is shaped by tradition as much as by statutes. Debra H. Goldstein, Diane Sismour, and Michael Jordan explore how legal practice and legislation have evolved over time while still being rooted in long standing customs. This session gives writers valuable context for understanding how the legal system thinks, adapts, and resists change, adding depth and authenticity to legal storytelling.
Through Her Eyes: Writing Domestic Violence With Accuracy and Care
Domestic violence and sexual assault demand careful, informed storytelling. In this session, a prosecutor offers insight into how these cases are investigated and prosecuted, while dispelling common myths and examining offender behavior and toxicology. The discussion...
