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S13E2: Protecting Children, Driving Reform and Providing Justice: An Interview with Bart Dalton
Trial Tested
41 minutes
1 week ago
S13E2: Protecting Children, Driving Reform and Providing Justice: An Interview with Bart Dalton
In this episode, Dave Thomas interviews Bart Dalton, former Delaware Chief Deputy Attorney General and 67th President of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Dalton reflects on his early career as a prosecutor, emphasizing how mistakes provide valuable opportunities to learn and grow as a trial attorney. After transitioning to private practice, he built a distinguished career, including representing Frank Sheeran, whose story inspired the book and later the film, The Irishman. Later, Dalton focused on representing sexual abuse survivors across schools, the Olympics and religious institutions, helping drive systemic reforms. He discusses the importance of mentorship, integrity, and courage, highlighting College programs that support young lawyers and diversity while underscoring his lifelong commitment to shaping the next generation of trial lawyers.