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On Mental Health, Midsize Firms Trace Problems of Big Law

The causes of burnout, depression and addiction in midsize firms are similar to those in Big Law, the American Lawyer's survey of mental health in the legal profession found.
5 minute read

Texas Lawyer

Why Collaboration Between Family Lawyers and Mental Health Professionals Benefits Clients

The impact that two mental health professionals made in this parent's life is remarkable.
5 minute read

Law.com

Mindset for Happiness: Retrain Your Brain

Happiness is not a permanent feature or personality trait, but a more fleeting, changeable state. Progress on our professional and personal goals can make us feel happier and more satisfied with life. The pursuit of happiness can be a goal, but it is important to remember that happiness is not permanent, and it is normal to experience negative thoughts and emotions.
8 minute read

Law.com

Arizona Appeals Court Takes on First-Impression Issue of Compelled Mental-Health Exams

"This case presents an issue of first impression," said Gass. "Arizona's appellate courts have accepted special action jurisdiction in cases involving motions to compel mental-health examinations but have not addressed whether non-expert witness testimony opens the door to a court-ordered examination for rebuttal purposes."
5 minute read

Law.com

Lawyers Are Using Addictive Substance to 'Improve Their Edge'—Watchdogs Issue Alert

"They don't actually go shopping for a high," said Robynn Moraites, North Carolina Lawyer Assistance Program director. "They're just trying to function."
5 minute read

Law.com

Can Mandatory Reporters Be Held Liable for Failing to Report Risk of Future Harm?

"Once you've done that, you've satisfied your requirement. If you fail to do that, you could potentially be liable. I suppose at that point it would be strict liability of some kind. It would be some kind of liability. It would be up to a jury to decide what happens in the end," the plaintiff's attorney, David L. Abney said, during oral arguments.
5 minute read

Texas Lawyer

Family Lawyers Often Experience Secondary Trauma: What Are You Going To Do About It?

Family law attorneys may spend hours every day coping with people who are deeply unhappy and distraught. What can we do to cope?
5 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Montgomery McCracken's New Co-Chair Is Expecting Her Third Child, but She Doesn't Love the Phrase 'Work-Life Balance'

Litigator Ashley Lynam discusses how she sets her priorities, the firm's approach to hybrid work and its plans looking forward.
8 minute read

Law.com

Burnout Is About More Than Overworking: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.
4 minute read

International Edition

Clyde & Co Rolls Out 26 Weeks Paid Leave for New Parents

The firm joins a handful of other U.K. firms, such as Ashurst, in extending their parental leave policies.
3 minute read

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