As I thought about how to close out this year, I kept thinking about the moments that stretched me, steadied me, and pulled me deeper into the work — in the courtroom and beyond it. This year reminded me that practicing law is never just about statutes or strategy, but it’s about people. Real people.… Continue reading Standing in the Gap: Reflections From a Defense Attorney
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When Justice Stops—The Lawyer Work Stoppage in Massachusetts
The lawyer stoppage in Massachusetts has brought the justice system to a standstill. Public defenders, overwhelmed and underfunded, have reached a breaking point, refusing new cases to highlight the systemic strain. This unprecedented action has led to the release of defendants—not because they were exonerated, but because there was no one left to speak on… Continue reading When Justice Stops—The Lawyer Work Stoppage in Massachusetts
