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Overview
This program will explore the legal and practical challenges of representing survivors of domestic violence, in particular those who have been victims of technology-assisted abuse. Experienced practitioners will share their practical strategies for addressing challenges when helping clients subject to cyber abuse, including understanding what technology-facilitated abuse is and its impact, strategies for gathering and presenting relevant evidence, and addressing ethical obligations that can arise in these cases.
What You Will Learn
After completing this program participants will be able to:
- Identify technology-facilitated (cyber) abuse and recognize its psychological and economic impact
- Understand strategies for gathering and presenting technology-facilitated abuse evidence
- Recognize key ethical considerations when representing domestic violence survivors
Prerequisites: None
Intended Audience: Attorneys and advocates who work with domestic violence survivors.
Advanced Prep: None