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In an op-ed for Virginia Lawyers Weekly, I shared the story of my colleague and friend, “Charles,” to voice the urgent need for more compassion and a trauma-informed approach in our courtrooms. The piece became the publication’s most-read article of the year and was subsequently republished by the Fairfax Times and other local outlets

Fairfax Times: The toll of lawyering on lawyers deserves attention. By Andi Geloo

In this op-ed for Virginia Lawyers Weekly, I expose the longstanding abuse of power tolerated in justice system for far too long. Time to get wayward judges off the bench: Va Lawyers weekly

In this op-ed for Virginia Lawyers Weekly, I expose the longstanding abuse of power by three judges that was unfortunately tolerated by the chief judge at the time, reflecting a pervasive issue within the system. For years their misconduct was a topic of hush conversations in the hallways until it could be tolerated no more. Following the publication of my op-ed and our efforts in the general assembly all three judges were ultimately removed from office. No commending wayward Judges: Va Lawyers Weekly

In this op-ed for Virginia Lawyer’s Weekly, I write about why disgraced judges should not be commended and honored. Portrait of Injustice-Va Lawyer’s weekly

Fairfax Times: Time to Get Wayward Judges off the Bench

Fairfax Times: No Commending Wayward Judges, Part 2 of a 4-part series

Fairfax Times: Harnessing support to Decertify Judges, Part 3 of a 4-part series

Fairfax Times: Decertifying disgraced judges to protect the public, Part 3 of a 4-part series:

In my article for Virginia Lawyers Magazine, “When Advocacy Met Empathy in Courtroom 1: The Power of Telling a Narrative,” published in Virginia Lawyer’s Magazine, I share the story of “Farishta,” a struggling young mother of four facing charges related to theft of basic necessities from Walmart and facing possible deportation. Through her account, I illustrate the impact of storytelling as an effective tool in her defense, which eventually led to the dismissal of all charges. This article honors the resilience of individuals like her and also pays tribute to the unyielding dedication of our public defenders, zealous advocates for Farishtas, every single day, as well as those tremendous prosecutors who approach their role with humanity and a willingness to listen to and consider better approaches, embodying the highest values of their office, including empathy, fairness, compassion, and a commitment to justice.

Fairfax Independent News: When Wayward Judges Overstep Their Boundaries, We All Lose: Reflections by a defense attorney from a troubling day in Arlington’s courtroom 10A (Op-Ed by Andi Geloo) In this op-ed, I write from courtroom 10-A in the Arlington County Courthouse about a judge who balks at a dismissal despite all evidence to the contrary. I use the case to highlight the issue of rogue judges nationally and their often unchecked power

In this op-ed, for Patch, I write from courtroom 10-A in the Arlington County Courthouse about a judge who balks at a dismissal despite all evidence to the contrary. I use the case to highlight the issue of rogue judges nationally and their often unchecked power.

Patch: Compassion in the Courtroom: A Judge’s Contrasting Approaches Article in Arlington, Virginia Bulletin Board

Interviewed for Virginia Mercury: Virginia After Virginia judges’ misconduct became public, lawmakers reinstated secrecy

Interviewed for VMP News: As lawmakers appoint Virginia Judges, old questions surround opaque process

Interviewed for Article in Fairfax Times

Interviewed for Authority Magazine: Top Lawyers: Andaleeb “Andi” Geloo On The 5 Things You Need To Become A Top Lawyer In Your Specific Field of Law

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