There is always something going on with the physical properties or with the clients. One of the stress relievers in Mansell's life is her co-workers. I'm lucky to be a member of a great team. We're a small team, less than 25. The prosecutor The stressors in Sandy Self's job are jury trials, non-jury trials, hearings and every day decisions.
Self is the first assistant district attorney for Taylor County.
She handles many of the toughest felony cases. Many times you have to vicariously live the crime with the victim, especially when children are involved. Self said that law school probably was a good training ground for dealing with stress. Its very competitive nature brings on stress. However, the education just can't prepare you for what you face in the real world.