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Criminal Defense Attorney Fights For Clients With Mental Disabilities with Elizabeth Kelley

Criminal Defense Attorney Fights For Clients With Mental Disabilities with Elizabeth Kelley

Episode 186 Published 1 year, 9 months ago
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Kathryn Rubino chats with Elizabeth Kelley, a dedicated criminal defense attorney fighting for justice for individuals with mental disabilities. Kelley shares her journey from literature student to a passionate advocate in a field needing reform. Her insights into mental health law and her hands-on approach to client representation are inspiring and thought-provoking. Tune in to discover why compassion and understanding are vital in the legal world, and how her work hopes to shape a more inclusive justice system.

Highlights

  • Balancing humanities and law.
  • Outrage about mental disabilities.
  • Finding fulfillment in criminal defense.
  • Starting a law firm.
  • Lessons from opening a practice.
  • Importance of wellness and coaching.
  • Mental wellness in law school.
  • Writing practical guides for lawyers.
  • Value of independent forensic evaluations.
  • A powerful courtroom experience.
  • The role of problem-solving courts.
  • Advice for pursuing justice for mental disabilities.

 

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