Law firm leaders have a critical role to play in supporting lawyer wellbeing and ensuring a career in the law remains a sustainable option, writes LawCare’s Elizabeth Rimmer
UK mental health campaign group among more than 1,000 charities whose specialist CRM supplier was hacked
Survey of more than 500 women lawyers in England and Wales uncovers widespread burnout, stress and exhaustion
Nearly 60% of lawyers report poor wellbeing as leaders urge profession to confront stigma and long working hours
Surveys seek to uncover the causes of stress and anxiety for lawyers
Commission is co-chaired by American Bar Association president Deborah Enix-Ross
Some 22% of legal professionals called LawCare with career concerns last year, up from 8% a year earlier
Line up of diversity, equity and inclusion champions includes individuals, law firms, in-house legal teams and not-for-profit groups
UK charity LawCare says complaints about harassment rose by 70% in 2019 making it a top three issue
