The Irish Times·4 min read·medium
Life as a family lawyer: ‘I’ve had cases that ended in death’
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Mary Carolan
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A family law solicitor in Dublin details the extreme emotional toll and physical dangers of her profession, including death threats and witnessing domestic violence cases. The piece highlights the security risks faced by legal professionals working in high-conflict family court environments.
“W hen I hear the news that another woman is dead, I almost get palpitations, I’m thinking: ‘Please don’t let it be my client,’” says family law solicitor Sandra McAleer.
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