Welcome to Counselor: Beyond Conventional Defense, the podcast where law meets healing. In this powerful episode, criminal defense attorney William Pernik shares the story behind the Pernik Law Method—a transformative approach to legal advocacy that blends law, psychology, and empathy to address the root causes of crime.
While most attorneys focus on what a client did, William focuses on why—a shift that leads to real justice and long-term recovery. 🎧 Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 – Introduction and Welcome 00:00:36 – The Unconventional Approach to Criminal Defense 00:01:08 – Birth of the Pernik Law Method 00:02:33 – The Role of Compassion in Legal Practice 00:06:58 – The Importance of Understanding “Why” 00:07:15 – Building Trust and Uncovering Underlying Factors 00:11:59 – The Role of Mental Health in Legal Defense 00:12:14 – The Importance of Mental Health Treatment 00:15:20 – Case Study: Adina’s Story 00:16:30 – Understanding the Complexities of Addiction 00:20:37 – The Importance of Trauma-Informed Treatment 00:20:57 – The Journey to Recovery: Adina’s Success 00:22:48 – The Limitations of Conventional Defense 00:26:02 – Conclusion: Going Beyond Conventional Defense
In this episode, you’ll learn:
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Why trauma-informed defense is the future of criminal law
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How asking “why” instead of “what” transforms legal outcomes
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Why mental health and addiction treatment are essential in the courtroom
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How empathy, trust, and forensic evaluation lead to healing—not just acquittals
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The moving story of Adina, who overcame addiction through compassionate advocacy
Who should tune in:
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Legal professionals & defense attorneys
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Mental health & addiction advocates
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Families impacted by incarceration
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Listeners who believe in criminal justice reform
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Anyone passionate about second chances and human dignity
Subscribe or follow for more bold conversations on: ✔️ Client-centered defense ✔️ Mental health and the law ✔️ Breaking cycles of incarceration ✔️ Human-first legal strategies ✔️ Real stories of healing through advocacy
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