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Voices of Justice: 16th Judicial Circuit Judge Sill-Rogers
Voices of Justice: 16th Judicial Circuit Judge Sill-Rogers
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Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Apr 2, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Trigger Warning: Domestic Violence CasesIlluminating Hope, a podcast of Hope House brings you Voices of Justice, a series of podcasts where law enforcement officials, judges, and advocates come together to unravel the entangled web of domestic violence. Join us as we dive into the complex challenges faced by those on the front lines of justice, exploring real-life stories, legal nuances, and the human side of these cases. In each episode, our guests share their experiences, insights, and perspectives, shedding light on the multifaceted nature of domestic violence. Tune in for a compelling journey into the criminal justice system, where compassion meets the pursuit of truth, and where professionals strive to bring justice to those affected by the cycle of abuse.Judge Sill-Rogers was appointed to the Jackson County Circuit Court (16th Judicial Circuit) in September 1993. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in administration of justice from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She obtained her law degree from George Washington University National Law Center. Her judicial assignment since her appointment was handling a domestic docket in Family Court. She is a member of The Missouri Bar, the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, and the Association of Woman Lawyers of Greater Kansas City. She served as a member and of the board past president of Operation Breakthrough, Inc., president of Lawyers Encouraging Academic Performance, a Core Team Leader of the Jackson County Safe Family Coalition and was the founding president of the Kansas City Youth Court. She received the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Foundation award for community service. Additionally, she received an award from the Daily Record in 2006 as a Legal Leader of the Year. Hope House Domestic Violence Hotline 816-461-HOPENational Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233
Released:
Apr 2, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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