Lawyer Well-Being: Leading with Values & Compassion in the Legal Field

$35 for MBA members | $55 non-members

The 2017 National Task Force on Lawyer Well-Being demonstrates that lawyers experience stress, anxiety, depression, and problematic substance-use more frequently than non-lawyers. Research also indicates that being a lawyer is the loneliest profession. The adversarial nature of the legal field alongside burnout and challenges in work settings or with difficult opposing counsel can add to levels of stress. Important antidotes to these issues can include reflecting on and finding congruent alliance with one’s own values, learning to set and respect boundaries, and finding ways to communicate with compassion within work settings. In our profession it is more important than ever to take care of one another, align with our values, build our social connectedness, communicate to understand, and cultivate authentic relationships. Kirsten Blume, Attorney Counselor Associate, Oregon Attorney Assistance Program, will present this CLE, and those who attend this presentation will:

  • Increase awareness of the challenges lawyers face related to stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, and loneliness;
  • Increase awareness of issues related to burnout, challenging opposing counsel, and challenging work settings; and
  • Learn protective factors related to setting boundaries, aligning values, mindfulness, and communicating with compassion. 
For more information: Contact Jon Strauhull, Multnomah County Attorney's Office, at 503.988.3138. For registration questions, contact the MBA at mba@mbabar.org.

Date & Time
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Location
Remote attendance only via Zoom
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Credit Types
Mental Health/Substance Use
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