Kristen Gibbons Feden

Kristen M. Gibbons Feden is a nationally acclaimed litigator, speaker, and legal analyst known for her specialization in sexual abuse and civil rights cases. Her significant role in the second trial of Commonwealth v. William H. Cosby highlighted her expertise and brought her international recognition. Throughout her career, Gibbons Feden has been dedicated to advocating for victims of sexual abuse both inside and outside the courtroom.

Gibbons Feden began her law career as a prosecutor in Montgomery County, where she served as Captain of the Domestic Violence and Elder Abuse Units and a member of the Sex Crimes Unit. Here, she successfully litigated numerous cases to verdict, covering issues such as sexual abuse, domestic violence, and homicide. Her relentless pursuit of justice in complex cases has earned her numerous awards and commendations. Her effective courtroom strategies and advocacy have also established her as a leading figure in the #MeToo Movement.

Currently, Gibbons Feden extends her influence beyond the courtroom through her role as a national television commentator. She provides expert analysis on high-profile trials and legal issues for major media outlets such as CNN, CBS, ABC, Fox, NPR, and the BBC, and serves as a legal analyst for MSNBC. She is also an accomplished speaker and educator, serving as an adjunct professor at the Temple University Beasley School of Law and teaching in the Temple LL.M. program in Trial Advocacy. Gibbons Feden speaks internationally on changes in law, societal understanding of sexual violence, and the need for social justice, effectively utilizing her platform to educate and motivate others toward action in these critical areas.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Gibbons Feden actively participates in various boards and committees. She is the Vice President of Montgomery County’s Victim’s Services Center and a member of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court Criminal Procedural Rules Committee. Her positions allow her to influence policies and support initiatives that aim to improve the legal system's response to sexual abuse and civil rights violations. Gibbons Feden continues to be a dynamic and empathic voice in the legal community, inspiring her audience with her intelligence, authenticity, and unwavering commitment to justice and human rights.