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Mental health challenges are prevalent across all professions, but legal professionals often face unique stressors that can exacerbate these issues. Navigating the complexities of client representation, coupled with high-pressure deadlines and ethical obligations, can lead to increased anxiety, depression, and burnout. These mental health struggles not only affect personal well-being but also have serious legal and ethical implications.
In this webcast, Attorney Carolyn Reinach Wolf, Executive Partner and Director of the Mental Health Law Practice at Abrams Fensterman, LLP, and Elizabeth Eckhardt, PhD., Nassau County Bar Association’s Lawyer Assistance Program will delve into the intersections of compliance, compassion, and client care, offering key insights into addressing mental health concerns within the legal industry. Gain valuable strategies to foster mental wellness while maintaining compliance with ethical and legal standards.
Key issues that will be covered in this course are:
- Mental Health and the Legal Profession: Current Trends of Lawyers and Clients
- Vicarious and Secondary Trauma, Compassion Fatigue, and Burnout.
- Mental Health Red Fags: Recognizing Potential Cognitive Impairments in your Clients, Colleagues, and Self
- Attorney Well-Being: How to Practically Care for your Mental Health Needs as a Lawyer
- Ethical Guidance for Lawyers Experiencing Mental Health Impairments.
- Ethical Guidance on Assessing Client’s Capacity
- Ethical Guidance on Communicating with Impaired Clients
- Compassionate Client Representation: How to Practically Assist your Client