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Susan B. Ramsey
Partner | McLaughlin & Stern LLP
Cari Guthrie, LCSW-C
President and CEO | Cornerstone Montgomery

Substance Abuse and Mental Health: A Deadly Combination | On-Demand Webinar

Broadcast Date: Wednesday, October 09, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET

Lawyers frequently encounter high-stress environments characterized by heavy workloads, strict deadlines, and the significant responsibility of representing clients. The pressure to achieve positive outcomes can lead to emotional exhaustion, anxiety, and burnout. In response, some lawyers may turn to substance abuse as a temporary means of coping with stress, seeking relief from work-related pressures, or addressing underlying mental health challenges.

Join our speakers, Susan B. Ramsey of McLaughlin & Stern LLP, and Cari Guthrie, LCSW-C of Cornerstone Montgomery, as they discuss the root causes of substance abuse among lawyers and recognize potential ethical concerns, which are essential for developing effective support systems. This webinar will also equip attendees with strategies to maintain their mental well-being within the legal profession and mitigate the risks associated with substance abuse.

Key Topics:

  • Trends and Statistics
  • Risk Factors
  • Warning Signs
  • Self-Care Tips
  • Ethical Concerns

Agenda:

Segment 1:
Susan B. Ramsey, Partner
McLaughlin & Stern LLP

  • Substance Use Disorders and other Mental Illness Disorders : Current Trends and Statistics
  • Implications in the Legal Industry
  • Addressing Treatment Challenges
  • Promoting Lawyer’s Wellness
  • A Plan for a Hopeful Tomorrow

Segment 2:
Cari Guthrie, LCSW-C, President and CEO
Cornerstone Montgomery

  • Prevalence of Mental Illness
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Young Adults and Behavioral Health
  • Mental Health Challenges in the Legal Profession
  • Stigma and Awareness

Who Should Attend:

  • Lawyers and Attorneys
  • HR Professionals at Law Firms
  • Other Legal Professionals
  • Mental Health and Wellness Professionals

Register for this course by clicking the “Take this Course” at the top of the page.

CLE Credit:

Course Level: Basic | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials

Method of Presentation: On-Demand Webinar | Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 1410991 | Total Credit: 1.0

CLE Credit:
CA CLE 1.00 Competence Issues – Approved Until: 10/09/2026
PA CLE 1.00 Ethics – Approved Until: 10/09/2026
VT CLE 1:00 Attorney Wellness – Approved Until: 12/31/2025
NJ CLE 1:00 Ethics/Professionalism – Credits through Reciprocity
NY CLE 1:00 Ethics and Professionalism- Credits through Reciprocity
AR CLE 1:00 Ethics – Credits through Reciprocity
CT CLE 1:00 Ethics – Credits through Reciprocity
NH CLE 1.00 Ethics – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
MO CLE 1.00 Ethics – Approved Until: 10/09/2024
GA CLE 1.00 Ethics – Approved Until: 12/31/2024
TN CLE 1.00 Ethics/Professionalism – Approved Until: 10/09/2025
WI CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 12/31/2025
MS CLE 1.00 Ethics – Approved Until: 10/09/2025

Self-Apply:
AL, CO, DE, FL, ID, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, NC, ME, MN, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OH, OK, OR, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY

If you’d like us to apply for CLE, you may opt to pay the CLE processing fee here.

No MCLE Requirements:
DC, MD, MA, MI, SD

Not Eligible for CLE:
AK, AZ, HA, IL

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    • Join the Webinar – Follow the instructions in the email to access the live broadcast at the scheduled time.
    • Note the Secret Words – During the webinar, secret words will be announced periodically. Please write them down.
    • Take the Quiz – After the webinar, click on the quiz link below and enter the secret words to complete the quiz.
    • Print Your Certificate – Upon completing the quiz, you will be able to print your Certificate of Attendance, which includes instructions on how to obtain CLE, CPE, or other applicable credits for the course.
    • On-Demand Access – The on-demand version of this course will be available 24-48 hours after the live webinar. If you miss the live presentation or need to review the content, you will have access to the on-demand version as an enrolled student. To access on-demand content, click the lesson and follow the instructions.
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