Video: It Has Fallen to Individual Lawyers to Manage Stress
Law.com International editor-in-chief Paul Hodkinson explains some findings from interviews and private conversations with partners on the issue of stress.
March 28, 2024 at 05:21 PM
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Many of the largest law firms do not appear to be looking to change their mental health policies in the wake of inquest findings into the death of Pinsent Masons partner Vanessa Ford.
So what can individuals do to cope in such a stressful industry?
In this video, Law.com International editor-in-chief Paul Hodkinson explains that interviews and private conversations with partners at these institutions have shown people at the senior end also struggle and receiving counselling is fairly common, but that there are things people can do to help themselves. And everyone can learn from others.
If you're a partner, we'd love to have you take part in our series attempting to destigmatise this topic. Please do get in touch: [email protected]
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