S4 E36: The Murder That Changed Her Life: How Debra Whitson Rebuilt Divorce From the Inside Out
Wed Dec 10 2025
What happens when a 14-year-old girl watches the justice system almost fail someone she loves? For Debra Whitson, it lit a fire that never went out.Denisa Tova sits down with Debra Whitson, founder of Whitson Law PLLC and visionary behind Mediated Online Solutions. From prosecuting special-victims cases to building a no-drama divorce practice that actually helps families heal, Debra has spent her life turning pain into purpose and systems into solutions.You’ll hear how:- A brutal crime in her small town pushed her toward law and advocacy- Eleven years as a special-victims prosecutor shaped the way she fights for survivors- She shifted from courtroom battles to creating healthier divorce paths through mediation and collaboration- She uses storytelling in the courtroom to make sure judges truly see the humans behind the case- Her team becomes a “no drama zone” for clients in the middle of the most chaotic season of their lives- Dinner tables, tennis, mountains, and her dog keep her grounded while she leads a multi-office firmIf you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to build a legacy that protects survivors, families, and kids, this conversation will stay with you.🔔 Subscribe to Beyond the Bar Podcast for more real conversations with the humans behind the titles.🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform and share this episode with a colleague or friend who needs to hear it.Learn more about Debra Whitson:Bio: https://whitsonlawfirm.com/meet-the-team/debra-whitson/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-whitson-ba119019/Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.
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What happens when a 14-year-old girl watches the justice system almost fail someone she loves? For Debra Whitson, it lit a fire that never went out.Denisa Tova sits down with Debra Whitson, founder of Whitson Law PLLC and visionary behind Mediated Online Solutions. From prosecuting special-victims cases to building a no-drama divorce practice that actually helps families heal, Debra has spent her life turning pain into purpose and systems into solutions.You’ll hear how:- A brutal crime in her small town pushed her toward law and advocacy- Eleven years as a special-victims prosecutor shaped the way she fights for survivors- She shifted from courtroom battles to creating healthier divorce paths through mediation and collaboration- She uses storytelling in the courtroom to make sure judges truly see the humans behind the case- Her team becomes a “no drama zone” for clients in the middle of the most chaotic season of their lives- Dinner tables, tennis, mountains, and her dog keep her grounded while she leads a multi-office firmIf you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to build a legacy that protects survivors, families, and kids, this conversation will stay with you.🔔 Subscribe to Beyond the Bar Podcast for more real conversations with the humans behind the titles.🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform and share this episode with a colleague or friend who needs to hear it.Learn more about Debra Whitson:Bio: https://whitsonlawfirm.com/meet-the-team/debra-whitson/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-whitson-ba119019/Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.