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Trauma-Informed Lawyering

OCBA Pro Bono Committee On-Demand Video Library (Non-MCLE)

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$0 for OCBA Member

60 minutes
Date Published

April 28, 2025

Publisher

ocbar.org

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OCBA Pro Bono Committee On-Demand Video Library (Non-MCLE)

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Summary

This continuing legal education program focuses on trauma-informed care within the legal profession. The session aims to educate legal service providers on the principles of domestic violence, trauma, and their impact on survivor clients. Participants will gain insights into relationship violence, the power and control dynamics, and the prevalence of intimate partner violence. The program will also cover trauma-informed approaches, client-centered advocacy, and effective communication strategies to support survivors in the legal context. By understanding the signs and symptoms of trauma and cultivating trust, legal professionals can better assist clients while minimizing re-traumatization.

SWOD-28225

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Presenters

Kate Marr, Esq.
Executive Director - Community Legal Aid SoCal


Sara Behmerwohld, Esq.
Chief Operations Officer - Human Options


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Program Titles and Supporting Materials

This program contains the following components:

Media Files
On-Demand Video
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Credit

This program has not been submitted for credit in any jurisdiction.

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How to Attend

Join the self-paced program from your office, home, or hotel room using a computer and high speed internet connection. You may start and stop the program at your convenience, continue where you left off, and review supporting materials as often as you like. Please note: Internet Explorer is no longer a supported browser. We recommend using Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Safari for best results.

Technical Requirements
You may access this course on a computer or mobile device with high speed internet (iPhones require iOS 10 or higher). Recommended browsers are Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.

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