This is where survivors speak and are truly heard. I'm Symone Shinton - attorney, advocate, and survivor - and this space exists because the legal world needs more than just case outcomes and settlement numbers. It needs real stories, honest insights, and the kind of truth-telling that only comes from walking in these shoes. Here, you'll find my thoughts from the front lines of sexual abuse litigation, resources that actually matter to survivors, and stories that remind us why this work goes far beyond the courtroom. I write about the cases that keep me up at night, the systemic failures that fuel my fire, and the victories that prove change is possible when survivors have advocates who truly understand the journey. This isn't your typical legal blog filled with jargon and disclaimers. This is where I share what I've learned as someone who's been both in the plaintiff's chair and at the counsel table - and why that perspective changes everything about how justice should look. Whether you're a survivor considering your options, a fellow advocate in this fight, or someone who simply believes that institutions should be held accountable when they fail to protect the vulnerable, this space is for you. Your voice matters. Your story matters. And here, both will be heard.