Phones, tablets, computers, social networking websites and the “internet of things” are all available to control and manipulate survivors of domestic abuse. So, how can we best represent survivors, both in and out of the courtroom? Our experts will update you on emerging trends and effective legal responses to address these new challenges.
Panelists:
Hon. Judge Grace Dickler (Ret.), is a 34-year veteran of the Cook County bench. She has focused exclusively on family law issues since 1991 and served as the presiding judge of the Domestic Relations Division for 11 years. Judge Dickler has received numerous awards and currently serves as a mediator and arbitrator for JAMS.
Adam Dodge founded EndTAB (Ending Tech-Enabled Abuse) in 2019 and delivers innovative technology-enabled abuse trainings and presentations to organizations, nonprofits and governments around the world. Adam is also a special advisor to the Coalition Against Stalkerware and sits on the World Economic Forum’s Digital Justice Advisory Committee. Dedicated to advancing impact legislation and public policy, he is also a member of the Policy Advisory Council for the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence. Adam is a licensed attorney in California, and earned his B.A. from UC Santa Barbara and his J.D. by way of McGeorge School of Law and Hastings College of the Law.