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Yvette Hourigan, JD, CEAP
Director | Kentucky Lawyer Assistance Program

No One Talks About It: Substance Use & the Hidden Struggles of Lawyers | Live CLE Legal Webinar

Broadcast Date: Friday, November 13, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (ET)

The legal profession is often associated with demanding workloads, high-pressure environments, long hours, and the responsibility of managing complex client and professional matters. These challenges can contribute to stress, burnout, and substance use concerns that may remain hidden due to stigma, fear of professional consequences, or reluctance to seek help. In this CLE ADR webinar organized by The Knowledge Group, legal and wellness professionals will discuss the often-overlooked issue of substance use among lawyers and the unique pressures that can contribute to these struggles.
 
The program will examine common risk factors, warning signs, barriers to seeking assistance, and practical approaches to early intervention and recovery. Speakers will also discuss how colleagues, law firms, and legal organizations can foster supportive environments while respecting confidentiality and professional responsibilities. The discussion will address relevant ethical and professional considerations, including competence, fitness to practice, and the importance of seeking appropriate support when substance use begins to affect professional responsibilities.
 
Attendees will gain practical insights into recognizing potential concerns, responding appropriately, reducing stigma, and promoting healthier and more supportive legal workplaces.

What You Will Learn in this Webinar:

  • Common factors contributing to substance use among lawyers and legal professionals
  • Warning signs and indicators that may warrant intervention or support
  • Barriers to seeking help, including stigma and concerns about professional consequences
  • Ethical and professional responsibility considerations related to attorney well-being and competence
  • Practical approaches to prevention, intervention, recovery, and peer support
  • Strategies for creating a healthier and more supportive workplace culture

Why Attend This Webinar?

By attending this CLE Legal webinar, you will:

  • Earn CLE credit online from the comfort of your office or home.
  • Access both the live webinar and the on-demand recording at your convenience.
  • Fulfill continuing legal education requirements in a practical, engaging format tailored to legal professionals.

Agenda

Yvette Hourigan, JD, CEAP, Director, Kentucky Lawyer Assistance Program

Who Should Attend

  • Attorneys and legal professionals
  • Law firm partners and managing attorneys
  • In-house counsel and legal department professionals
  • Ethics and professional responsibility counsel
  • Law firm HR and professional development professionals
  • Bar association and lawyer assistance program representatives
  • Judges and judicial professionals
  • Legal educators and law school administrators
  • Professionals involved in attorney wellness and recovery programs
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Credit:

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

Method of Presentation: Live Webinar | Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 1411897 | Total Credit: 1.0

CLE Credit:

CA 1.00 General – Approved Until: 11/10/2028
PA 1.00 General – Approved Until: 11/10/2028
VT 1.00 General – Approved Until: 12/31/2027
NJ 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NY 1.00 Skills – Credits through Reciprocity
AR 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
CT 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NH 1.00 General – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
MO 1.00 General – Approved Until: 11/10/2026

Pending CLE Application: GA, TN, WI

Self-Apply: AL, CO, DE, FL, ID, IL, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, NC, ME, MN, MS, 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, HI

CLE, Continuing Legal Education

Instructions for Participating the Live Webinar

    • Please Register for the course by clicking the "Take the Course" button if you have not already registered.
    • Check Your Email – 24 hours before the webinar, you will receive an email with all necessary instructions, including access details and course materials. This information will also be posted on lesson when it is available.
    • Download Course Materials – Course materials will be available for download **24-48 hours before** the live webinar. Be sure to review them in advance. The Link to download is available by clicking the lesson tab.
    • 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.
    • Support: If you have any questions, please refer to the email instructions or contact support: support@theknowledgegroup.zohodesk.com.