Faculty:

Becky Howlett, Esq |  Cynthia Sharp, Esq.

Duration:

1 Hour 5 Minutes

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

The ABA and Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation’s (ABA/HBFF) groundbreaking 2016 study confirmed devastatingly high rates of both mental health concerns and substance abuse amongst lawyers. For example, between 21-36% of attorneys qualify as problem drinkers—3-5x higher than the general population. Moreover, 25-30% of attorney disciplinary matters, 60% of all malpractice claims, and 85% of...

Thu, Dec 12, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:05am PST

Faculty:

Becky Howlett, Esq |  Cynthia Sharp, Esq.

Duration:

1 Hour 4 Minutes

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

The ABA and Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation’s (ABA/HBFF) groundbreaking 2016 study confirmed devastatingly high rates of both mental health concerns and substance abuse amongst lawyers. For example, between 21-36% of attorneys qualify as problem drinkers—3-5x higher than the general population. Moreover, 25-30% of attorney disciplinary matters, 60% of all malpractice claims, and 85% of