Safeguarding Innocence: A Glimpse into the World of a Child Abuse Prosecutor

Heather Stephenson, a deputy district attorney, prosecutes crimes against children. The conversation delves into the intricacies of the prosecution process. She contrasts the misdemeanor unit's handoffs between lawyers at different stages of a case with the importance of a single attorney handling each case from start to finish when prosecuting sensitive cases. Heather reflects on the importance of building trust with victims, how critical a team of lawyers and non-lawyers are to a functioning office, and the emotional impact of her work. She is a 2017 graduate of the University of Pacific McGeorge School of Law. This episode is hosted by Katya Valasek. Mentioned in this episode: William & Mary Law Learn more about William & Mary Law School Learn more about Baylor Law Loyola Law School Learn more about Loyola Law School Learn more about Seton Hall BU Law Learn more about Boston University School of Law Seattle Law Learn more about Seattle University School of Law Learn more about Blueprint Access LawHub today!