#668 Mar 13, 24

Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Bridget Truxillo - The Lawyer for First Responders

Hello everyone and welcome back to CJEvolution. A Show for First Responders created by a First Responder - Me. If you are a first time listener welcome. Long time listener, welcome back. Thank you all for the support. Please share this and other shows with family and friends. Thank you for serving and protecting. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol. I was contemplating hurting myself. I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://fherehab.com/ https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ I am excited to have my friend Bridget Truxillo back on the show. She is a former LEO turned Lawyer for First Responders. In this episode, Bridget and I talk about some of the legal issues that first responders face, and how she can help. We also talk about how legal issues and challenges can play an important factor in depression, anxiety and stress. A great and informative interview. You can find Bridget here: https://www.ladylawshield.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-truxillo-j-d-former-law-enforcement-13787b8/ Patrick - www.cjevolution.com

39 mins

Thank you for serving and protecting. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work.

I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol. I was contemplating hurting myself. I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819.

https://fherehab.com/

https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/

I am excited to have my friend Bridget Truxillo back on the show. She is a former LEO turned Lawyer for First Responders. In this episode, Bridget and I talk about some of the legal issues that first responders face, and how she can help. We also talk about how legal issues and challenges can play an important factor in depression, anxiety and stress.

A great and informative interview.

You can find Bridget here:

https://www.ladylawshield.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-truxillo-j-d-former-law-enforcement-13787b8/

Patrick -

www.cjevolution.com

Creators and Guests

Host

Patrick Fitzgibbons

Patrick Fitzgibbons is a retired Police Commander and former Army Paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division. He is now a Program Lead for FHE Health in their Shatterproof Program for First Responders located in Deerfield Beach, Florida. He is passionate about helping first responders who are struggling, and he also sought treatment for his struggles. He holds advanced degrees in organizational leadership and business, and is currently studying to become a licensed mental health clinician in the State of Florida. Patrick also speaks to first responder organizations about health and wellness for personnel.

Guest

Bridget Truxillo

Bridget Truxillo is a former Deputy Sheriff from Florida who served in patrol before joining the Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit (NOCU) and SWAT team. Drawing from her experiences, she understands the challenges law enforcement officers face both on duty and within their agencies. After leaving law enforcement, Bridget pursued a law degree to better serve the law enforcement community. She founded Lady Law Shield, offering legal services to support officers and first responders, helping them achieve a balanced and joyful life. Bridget resides in Houston, Texas, with her husband and children.