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Description: Attorneys hopefully recognize that like many other professionals, their lives are filled to the brim with 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.
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. Trauma also results from a personal loss such as the death of a family member or a close friend.
Now that we are all dealing with the unexpected impact of a generational and societal traumatic event – the COVID-19 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 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.
Mr. Quinn will discuss:
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The early warning signs of impairment, with special emphasis on stress and vicarious trauma, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The free services that Lawyers Assistance Programs provide to lawyers, judges, their family members and law students.
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Tips for dealing with the anxiety, stress and fear that the COVID-19 pandemic has created.
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A close look at what barriers exist that prevent lawyers from seeking the help they need will be provided.
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The role that education plays in breaking the stigma and fear associated with addiction and mental illness in the legal profession.
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How best to approach the impaired individual.
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Ethical considerations regarding the duty to report an impaired attorney and the exceptions granted to Lawyer assistance programs.
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Lastly, he will discuss the ethical challenges imposed by the imposed isolation of the pandemic and it’s possible long lasting effect on the legal profession.
Brian S. Quinn, Esquire is a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania who currently serves as the Education and Outreach Coordinator for Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania, Inc., a Lawyers Assistance Program established in 1988 for the purpose of helping lawyers, judges and law students recover from alcoholism, drug addiction and mental health disorders.
Mr. Quinn obtained his undergraduate degree in 1970, his law degree in 1973 and a certificate in Drug and Alcohol counselling in 2012, from Villanova University. A member of the Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations, he has been a private practitioner for over 40 years, having litigated both civil and criminal matters during his career.
Mr. Quinn also worked in the field of Alcohol and Drug Counseling in suburban Philadelphia from 2011 to 2017, allowing him to gain both practical and clinical experience with individuals suffering from alcohol, substance use and mental health disorders.
Mr. Quinn is a past member of the Board of Directors of Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania and served as a peer volunteer for over six years prior to accepting his current role as the organization's Educator in 2017. He 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.
 | | Practice Areas: | | Substance Abuse & Mental Illness Awareness | | | Online Media Type: | | Audio | | | Production Date: | | 08/03/2021 | | | Level: | | Intermediate | | | Category: | | Standard | | | Duration: | | 1 Hours, 5 Minutes | | | Online Format: | | On Demand | | | Course Type: | | Public |
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