The Impaired Lawyer: A Call For Action – A 2025 Update

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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. When added to the impact on the profession of the COVID-19 crisis and the resultant uncertainty, we have opened a Pandora’s box of unintended consequences.

Rule 8.3(c) of the Rules of Professional Conduct will be discussed as it relates to the duty to report attorney misconduct.

In addition to a breakdown of the results of the recent ABA and Law.Com studies, Mr. Quinn will discuss:

• The early warning signs of impairment, including alcohol and drug use and mental health disorders such as depression, stress and anxiety.
• The free services that Lawyers Assistance Programs provide to lawyers, judges, their family members and law students.
• A close look at what barriers exist that prevent lawyers from seeking the help they need will be provided.
• The role that education plays in breaking the stigma and fear associated with addiction and mental illness in the legal profession.
• How best to approach the impaired individual who may be in denial and how to avoid enabling behavior.
  
  

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