Whether or not you’re one of the many lawyers currently beset by mental health or substance abuse problems, the time is now to promote psychological wellness in the profession and at your workplace. Challenge, change, and uncertainty are the new norm in today’s legal profession. Busy lawyers are maxed out as they deal with the stress and pressure of a demanding profession, and law firms and organizations are looking for new strategies to attract and retain top talent. Lawyers just out of law school must be “practice ready,” and the expectation is that they will be both capable technicians and ready to solve clients’ complex problems by collaborating with other professionals (including nonlawyers) in an innovative way.Read More
