Learn how you can recognize the unhealthy and potentially life-threatening signs of stress and trauma.
Attorneys hopefully recognize that like many other professionals, their lives are filled to the brim with anxiety and stress. It’s important to be proactive in dealing with it. The consequences of shrugging it off can be catastrophic - not only for them but for their family, staff and friends. One of those consequences is burnout.
And then there’s trauma. The ramifications of trauma aren’t discussed as frequently as those of stress and thus, for many attorneys, trauma is a topic in need of attention. Trauma can be secondary or vicarious. For example, it can be the cumulative effect of listening to a client or witness relay graphic stories and experiences. Trauma also results from a personal loss such as the death of a family member or a close friend or even the grief associated with lost opportunities and unmet expectations due to the cancellation of long planned events.
As we continue to navigate in the ‘new normal’ world created by the pandemic, It’s important to recognize the signs of trauma in yourself as well as in your office staff, family and clients.
Hear from our experienced speaker as he shares his personal story of trauma and anxiety and learn how you can recognize the unhealthy and potentially life threatening shadow it can cast.
Recent studies have shown that there has been a dramatic increase in impairment due to alcoholism, addiction and mental health disorders among members of the legal profession. The statistics are compelling and clearly indicate that 1 out of 3 attorneys will likely have a need for substance use or mental health services at some point in their careers.
Agenda
- Early Warning Signs of Impairment, Including the Misuse of Alcohol, Stress, Vicarious Trauma and Burnout
- Free Services That Lawyers Assistance Programs Provide to Lawyers, Judges, Their Family Members and Law Students
- Close Look at What Barriers Exist That Prevent Lawyers and Judges From Seeking the Help They Need
- Tips for Breaking the Stigma and Fear Associated With Addiction and Mental Illness in the Legal Profession
- How Best to Approach the Impaired Individual in Light of the Ethical Duties We Have as Lawyers
- A Master Plan for Dealing With the Mental Health Challenges Facing Lawyers
Speakers
Brian S. Quinn,
Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers- Licensed attorney in Pennsylvania
- Currently serves as the Education and Outreach Coordinator for Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania, Inc., a Lawyers Assistance Program established for the purpose of helping lawyers, judges and law students recover from alcoholism, drug addiction and mental health disorders
- Member of the Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations
- Been a private practitioner for over 40 years, having litigated both civil and criminal matters during his career
- Worked in the field of Alcohol and Drug Counseling in suburban Philadelphia, allowing him to gain both practical and clinical experience with individuals suffering from alcohol, substance use and mental health disorders
- Has written articles and made presentations on many lawyer wellness topics to law firms, Bar Associations, professional organizations and legal education providers on a state, national and international level
- J.D. degree and a certificate in drug and alcohol counselling, Villanova University
Who Should Attend
This live webinar is designed for primarily designed for attorneys. Other legal professionals may also benefit from attending.
