TRAUMA?
Trauma is a psychic wound that hardens you psychologically then interferes with your ability to grow and develop. It pains you and now you’re acting out of pain. It induces fear and now you’re acting out of fear. Trauma is not what happens to you, it’s what happens inside you as a result of what happened to you.
What is Trauma Informed Law?
Trauma Informed Law is a response to a legal system that has become indifferent to people. It is a response to a lack of humanity in the law.
Specializing in areas of law that affect people on a human level – child custody, divorce, criminal defense. At TIL we seek to aid professionals within the legal system and legal clients by enabling their process with a trauma informed approach. By cultivating an environment of unconditional listening, compassion and understanding, we find many of our consultations lead to resolutions outside the court.
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What is Trauma Informed Law.com
Trauma Informed Law seeks to integrate knowledge about trauma into best practices and processes, to create the best legal outcomes for our clients.
Trauma Informed Law realizes the widespread impact of human trauma and seeks to mitigate the impact it has on our clients’ legal outcomes.
Trauma Informed Law seeks to proactively avoid traumatizing our clients further.
Trauma informed law pinpoints and understands the symptoms of trauma in clients, families and in other legal staff.
ACES and
Incarceration
Trauma is particularly debilitating and has long-term effects on a child’s developing brain. Referred to as adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), these experiences are common across all sectors of society. Trauma exposure and trauma associated psychopathology are associated with increased likelihood of arrest and incarceration in adulthood.
People hurt other people the same way they were hurt
For many trauma survivors the decision to turn their life around begins with an attorney.
However, even after making the decision to change they still face a legal system that isolates, shames, and punishes. Sadly, most trauma survivors have already endured isolation, shame and punishment throughout their lifetime.
The abused becomes the abuser
When a person experiences trauma, he or she may feel unsafe, betrayed, or have difficulty trusting others. This can lead to heightened emotions, like anger or aggression, or a tendency toward shame, numbing, and isolation. Within the context of the legal system, this can negatively impact the bond between a client and their lawyer, and a client’s engagement with the law.
You’re not who they think you are, you are who you think you are!
At TIL, we create an environment built on safety, transparency and trustworthiness. We encourage collaboration and humility and we want all to feel licensed to share.
What does experiencing childhood trauma mean for adults?
Adults who experienced trauma struggle to respond appropriately to situations that would otherwise appear normal and nonthreatening. This can lead to what appear to be unreasonable reactions to perceived threats by the trauma survivor. In a court of law, these unreasonable reactions create a damaging first-impression that needs to be corrected by the trauma informed attorney.
Benefits of TIL
We establish an informed relationship with our clients by seeking first to understand the physiological, cognitive, emotional and spiritual factors impacting the situation, allowing us to understand each client’s story and circumstances to create personalized solutions.
Listen
Differently
We listen without judgment to our client’s entire story taking into account all circumstances contributing to the legal problem.
Care Unconditionally
We cultivate a safe environment allowing authentic and transparent communication to create personalized client solutions.
Understand Compassionately
Transparency, vulnerability, and trust encourages our clients to share their true story so they may fully participate in case strategy.
Achieve Optimal Legal Outcomes
Practicing law through the lens of trauma informed care optimizes legal outcomes, aligns costs and protects our client’s livelihoods.
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Why Trauma Informed Law?
The Lesson of the Butterfly by Paulo Coelho
The Red Flame Box Elder
We specialize in legal areas impacted by trauma, including:
Civil Disputes
Divorce & Family Law
Criminal Defense
Equal Rights Advocacy
What our clients Say?
Discover why clients trust inch Law, PLLC, See firsthand experiences from those we’ve helped navigate complex legal matters with confidence and care.
Tina McDonaldson Thompson
If you are looking for an attorney who is not only incredibly intelligent and skilled but also deeply empathetic and caring, I cannot recommend Charles Inch enough. Charlie is a true gem in the legal profession—someone who is not just focused on “winning” a case but on genuinely supporting his clients through some of the most difficult times in their lives.
When I was facing a custody battle with my ex, I felt like my world was falling apart. My ex had been blocking my access to my child, and I was emotionally shattered. That’s when I found Charlie, and he quickly became a source of hope and strength. Unlike many law firms that prioritize billable hours and courtroom victories, Charlie stood out because of his genuine concern for my mental health and well-being.
Throughout the process, Charlie was diligent and compassionate. He took the time to listen to my concerns, validate my feelings, and make sure I felt supported every step of the way. He didn’t just focus on the legal aspects of my case; he made sure my emotional needs were addressed too. His approach was nothing short of transformative.
Thanks to Charlie’s expertise and dedication, we were able to successfully arrange a child visitation agreement without incurring astronomical legal fees or unnecessary emotional distress. I’m now able to hug and kiss my child again, and I no longer feel trapped in a never-ending cycle of court battles. What could have been a drawn-out and painful process was resolved efficiently and compassionately, all because of Charlie’s tireless efforts.
Charlie is more than just an attorney—he’s an emotional healer and a true advocate for his clients. In my darkest moments, he offered me guidance, support, and a path forward. His kindness, intelligence, and unwavering commitment to his clients set him apart from anyone else in the field.
If you’re in need of legal help, especially during emotionally challenging situations, do yourself a favor and reach out to Charles Inch. I am forever grateful for everything he’s done for me, and I’m proud to offer my heartfelt endorsement of him as both an exceptional attorney and a wonderful human being. Thank you, Charlie, for everything!
