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The legal profession is often associated with high-pressure environments and demanding workloads, elements that can significantly affect mental health. At a recent panel discussion organized by A Mindful Lawyer at Penningtons Manches Cooper, members from the legal and professional services sectors convened to exchange their experiences and strategies for cultivating an open culture around mental wellbeing in the legal field.
The event featured sobering statistics sourced from the 2021 “Life in the Law” study by LawCare and the University of Sheffield, highlighting that 69% of legal professionals have experienced poor mental health. Notably, burnout was recorded at levels considerably above clinical thresholds, while 20% of respondents identified bullying or harassment as prominent issues. Junior lawyers and those from underrepresented backgrounds reported low levels of psychological safety.
To read a comprehensive overview of the panel discussion and its implications for the legal profession, view the full article on Law.com.
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