How to Overcome Substance Abuse Disorder and Avoid Legal Ethics Issues
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About
This Course
Mental health issues and substance abuse are prevalent within the legal
profession; however, most lawyers do not seek help or treatment. In this
course, Ms. Sharp and Ms. Howlett will share their perspectives on the issues and provide practical techniques for exercising mindfulness and reducing stress and anxiety. Furthermore, they will explain the multiple warning signs of impairment, how to detect them, and define a highly functioning alcoholic attorney's characteristics. Ms. Sharp and Ms. Howlett conclude this course by exploring treatment options and other resources for lawyers dealing with these issues or having colleagues and friends dealing with them within the profession.
About the Presenters
Cynthia Sharp, Esq.
The Sharper Lawyer
Practice Area: Attorney Well-Being
Veteran attorney Cynthia Sharp (CEO of The Sharper Lawyer) works with motivated lawyers seeking to generate additional revenue for their law firms. She practiced law from 1982–2009 and then embarked on a professional speaking and writing career. Ever since, she has served solo and small firm attorneys throughout North America. In the spring of 2020, she co-founded legalburnout.com, dedicated to helping those in the legal industry succeed by applying principles of mindfulness to all areas of their lives.Cindy, author of The Lawyer’s Guide to Financial Planning published by ABA Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Division, is also a Contributor ...
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Rebecca Howlett, Esq.
The Legal Burnout Solution
Practice Area: Personal (+ 2 other areas)
Becky Howlett is an attorney, legal educator, and certified contemplative practices teacher committed to promoting well-being in the legal field and beyond. In the spring of 2020, she co-founded legalburnout.com to help legal advocates effectively manage stress, cultivate healthy work environments, and prevent burnout. As Director of Attorney Well-Being, Becky has led live meditations for over 2500 attorneys in the United States and Canada.
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