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Substance use disorder is a growing concern within the legal profession, with stress, long hours, and high-pressure environments contributing to unhealthy coping mechanisms. This CLE webcast,  will address the challenges faced by legal professionals struggling with substance use disorder and offer practical strategies for achieving and maintaining sobriety. Attendees will learn about the impact of substance use on mental and physical health, explore resources for recovery, and gain insight into maintaining a balanced and productive career without relying on alcohol or drugs. Whether you're personally facing challenges or seeking to support colleagues or clients, this program provides valuable tools and resources for fostering a healthier legal profession.
 
Attendees will learn:
 

• The signs and symptoms of substance use disorder in legal professionals.
• The unique pressures faced by legal professionals and their relationship to substance use.
• Proven strategies and resources for overcoming substance use and maintaining sobriety.
• Practical tools for creating a supportive, healthy work environment for colleagues in recovery.
• How to seek help and navigate recovery while managing a demanding legal career.

The program will address the following ethics rules for attorneys:

• ABA Model Rule 1.1 Competence
• ABA Model Rule 1.3 Diligence
• ABA Model Rule 5.1 Responsibilities of Partners, Managers, and Supervisory Lawyers

 This webcast is ideal for attorneys, law firm leaders, and legal professionals looking to address substance abuse issues in themselves or their colleagues, fostering a more supportive and resilient legal community.