The Sissy Farenthold Reproductive Justice Defense Project, in partnership with the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), is hosting a free, two-day legal training in Trial Tactics for Pregnancy Related Cases this May. We would like to invite (group name) to join us in Austin, Texas, for an interactive program of practical trial strategies, including voir dire techniques, working with forensic pathologists, and crafting compelling case narratives. This training is open to criminal defense attorneys and other legal professionals, regardless of NACDL membership. Location: The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, TX Date: May 16-17, 2025 CLE Credit: Up to 14.5 credits where approved As laws surrounding pregnancy-related prosecutions continue to evolve, defenders must be prepared to navigate the legal, medical, and forensic complexities involved. Our training is designed to equip criminal defense attorneys with the skills necessary to defend cases where pregnancy outcomes or healthcare decisions become the focus of criminal charges.

NACDL Pregnancy Prosecution Legal Training

As laws surrounding pregnancy-related prosecutions continue to evolve, defenders must be prepared to navigate the legal, medical, and forensic complexities involved.

In partnership with the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Sissy Farenthold Reproductive Justice Defense Project, part of the Rapoport Center for Human Rights and Justice, is offering a free two-day training designed to equip criminal defense attorneys with the skills necessary to defend cases where pregnancy outcomes or healthcare decisions become the focus of criminal charges. The interactive program will include practical trial strategies, including voir dire techniques, working with forensic pathologists, and crafting compelling case narratives.

The full schedule and registration can be found here. Pre-registration is required.

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/NACDL2025

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