California Woman Makes History as First Female Labelled as Sexually Violent Predator in Texas Following Disturbing Crimes

COMAL COUNTY, Texas — A landmark decision by a Comal County jury has led to Desiree Ham, a 37-year-old woman from San Diego, California, being labeled as Texas’s first female Sexually Violent Predator. This verdict emerges from a detailed investigation by the local sheriff’s office and highlights the severity of her crimes which began back in late 2009. At the age of 22, Ham initiated deceptive online relationships with two young teenagers, carefully orchestrating interactions that escalated from role-playing games to sexual engagements, according to the District Attorney’s Office in Comal County. By intertwining hundreds … Read more

Kristy Sprague Shatters Glass Ceiling as Essex County’s First Female Judge, Defying Early Doubters

ELIZABETHTOWN, N.Y. — Kristy Sprague, who once was advised against attending law school due to perceived inadequacies, victoriously took the oath of office Monday as Essex County’s first female county judge. The inauguration ceremony, held in Elizabethtown’s historic courthouse, was attended by a throng of supporters including friends, family, and local dignitaries. In a bold retort to early detractors, the newly appointed judge recollected, “Look at me now,” echoing her determination and resilience that ultimately led to her achieving this historic milestone in a county established in 1799. Amid cheers, Sprague, 52, from Moriah, entered … Read more

Trailblazing Triumph: Kristy Sprague Sworn In as Essex County’s First Female Judge Amidst Family and Historic Applause

Elizabethtown, NY — Surrounded by family and tradition, Kristy Sprague made history on Monday by becoming the first female county judge in Essex County, a judicial seat forged in 1799. Sworn in before a full house at the historic county courthouse, Sprague’s commitment to perseverance shone as she recited the oath of office, administered by state Supreme Court Judge Allison M. McGahey. Defying early doubts about her capabilities, the 52-year-old Sprague, hailing from Moriah, stood proudly as a testament to ambition and resilience. In an echoing response to a guidance counselor who once doubted her … Read more

Shattering the Glass Ceiling: Female Lawyers Rise in Numbers and Influence Amidst Ongoing Challenges

Minneapolis, MN — A shift is occurring in the dynamics of the legal industry, illustrated vividly during a recent deposition attended by Katie Bennett, partner at Robins Kaplan LLP. Bennett noted a significant change. “The only man in the room was the videographer,” she said. This marked a broader trend toward gender equity, a topic that is increasingly highlighted in both discussions and statistics within the legal sector. A notable indicator of progress came from a report by the American Bar Association, which dubbed the current period “The Decade of the Female Lawyer.” Born out … Read more