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Landmark Study Seeks to Understand and Mitigate Trauma Experienced by Jurors in Child Abuse Trials

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Southampton, England – The psychological toll on jurors in child sexual abuse cases is coming under new scrutiny as a doctoral study at the University of Southampton seeks to explore the traumatic impact of their courtroom experiences. Jurors are frequently exposed to distressing testimony and evidence, which previous studies have indicated can lead to symptoms such as nightmares and intrusive thoughts. Stephen Hanvey, who is pursuing his PhD and has prior experience in court victim support services, is spearheading this initiative. His goal is to gather detailed insights from jurors to develop methods that minimize … Read more

Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney Ascends to District Court Judgeship

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Sydney, Australia – In a significant appointment to the New South Wales judiciary, seasoned criminal lawyer Amanda Smith has been named a District Court judge. Smith, who brings over two decades of legal experience to her new role, is expected to enhance the courtroom with her profound expertise and commitment to justice. Smith’s legal journey began at the University of Sydney, where she earned her law degree with high distinction. She quickly distinguished herself in the legal community, specializing in criminal law. Over the years, Smith has been involved in some of the most complex … Read more

Governor Names Experienced Prosecutor as Miami County’s Newest Municipal Court Judge

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Columbus, Ohio — A seasoned prosecutor with extensive experience in trial law has been appointed as the new judge of the Miami County Municipal Court, officials announced Thursday. The appointment made by Governor Mike DeWine fills a critical vacancy, promising to bring a high level of legal acumen and commitment to the bench in southwestern Ohio. The newly appointed judge, Sarah Johnson, steps into her judicial role after dedicating over 20 years to public service as a prosecutor, where she handled felony criminal cases, including homicide and major drug offenses. Her impressive track record in … Read more

Norton Rose Fulbright Welcomes Experienced Litigation Lawyer Justin VandenBout to Houston-based Practice

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HOUSTON, TEXAS – Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has announced the addition of litigation lawyer Justin VandenBout to its team. VandenBout, previously with Chamberlain Hrdlicka, brings extensive experience in commercial litigation, product liability litigation, and mass tort litigation. He has represented clients in federal and state courts across the United States and has been recognized as one of the top lawyers in Texas for business litigation. Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Managing Partner, Jeff Cody, expressed the firm’s need for experienced practitioners like VandenBout to meet the strong demand for their litigation practice. With VandenBout’s … Read more