TeamChild attorneys Marshaun Barber, Kimberly Williams and Sara Zier are participating as trainers in an upcoming three-part virtual Holistic Youth Defense Training Series. Designed for any Washington defenders working with youth—either in criminal/delinquency matters, dependency proceedings, or both, this series is geared to provide tips on how youth defenders can work together effectively across different legal systems and better understand the challenges our clients face. Click on the links below to learn more and register for each part of the series.
- Part I: Let them out! Representing dual system youth in release hearings: A primer for criminal and dependency attorneys – November 30, 12-1:30 PM
- Part II: How to be a Holistic Youth Defender: Understanding your Client’s Civil Legal Needs – December 7, 12-1:30 PM
- Part III: Livestreaming from JR: Tips on Effective Communication with Youth Clients – December 14, 12-1 PM
Please direct all questions to Liz Mustin. Training series developed by Washington State Office of Public Defense, Office of Civil Legal Aid, TeamChild and Washington Defender Association