Emily C. Dawkins

From Advocate to Attorney: What Working with Survivors Taught Me

From Advocate to Attorney: What Working with Survivors Taught Me

Before joining McGill Law, attorney Emily Dawkins worked exclusively with survivors of domestic violence. She shares how those experiences shaped her approach to family law, the importance of trauma-informed advocacy, and what it truly means to help clients feel heard, supported, and empowered.

When Parenting Plans Need to Change

When Parenting Plans Need to Change

A Nebraska Parenting Plan may work well for years, until changes in a child’s needs, a parent’s work schedule, relocation or other family circumstances make the existing arrangement harder to maintain. Learn when a modification may be appropriate and what Nebraska parents should know about the process.