Julie Houth, Chair of the Young Lawyers Section of the New York State Bar Association. Courtesy photo Lawyer Wellness Through Goodbyes
Julie T. Houth, chair of the Young Lawyers Section, writes: It's not always easy separating our personal and professional lives because it's two sides of the same coin. However, we owe a fiduciary duty to our clients and to our colleagues in our profession to realize if and when we need to say goodbye to something or someone in order to be competent lawyers.
January 12, 2024 at 10:52 AM
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Lawyer wellness and well-being have been hot topics in the legal community for a while. Lawyer wellness isn't necessarily limited to young lawyers; it encompasses lawyers of all ages, backgrounds and years of practice. When lawyers maintain a healthy lifestyle, it's easier for them to advocate zealously for their clients. The components of a healthy lifestyle can range from regular exercise and a healthy diet to playing with your pet and reading a book for fun. Time away from law practice is important. It gives us lawyers the mental break we need to do our job effectively when we do return to work.
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