Anderson is how you write a female character or a character in general. She doesn't overshadow Dredd to the point of making him look like a bumbling fool and she doesn't talk down to him. Both treated each other with respect, both were capable fighters with their own strengths and weaknesses.

DREDD - Anderson's Assessment
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahYFm8h_PCk

DREDD | How to Reveal Character through Action | EXPLORED
www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3PhM7GVMQ8

Hershey was simply a typical boring character and ended up as a forced love interest.