Anxiety is a common concern in the legal profession. While individuals can take steps to manage it, leaders and employers also play a vital role in supporting staff and reducing the risk of work-related mental ill health.
Bullying is a common concern within the legal sector; many callers to LawCare’s helpline report experiencing bullying at work. Workplace bullying can take many forms; it can be very distressing and impact your mental health.
Find out more about the different types of grief and loss, what we’re hearing on the LawCare helpline, and how you can better support a colleague who may be struggling.
Professor Simon Gilbody explains how working in law can feel isolating, why it matters, and shares practical ways to stay connected – whether you’re starting out or leading a team.
Laura Willis, digital wellness expert, looks at the role digital technology takes in the lives of legal professionals, and how it should be considered the 5th pillar of workplace wellbeing.
When people in law firms are afraid to speak up, it harms wellbeing, teamwork and performance. Claudia De Silva explains why creating a culture where staff feel safe to be open is vital.
Laura Willis, Digital Wellness Consultant, explores how leaders can make sure AI supports, rather than replaces, human skills like judgement, creativity and connection.
Tips on how to ensure you are protecting the mental health of people in your workplace
Talking with other people who’ve faced similar pressures can reduce isolation, lift stress and improve wellbeing by offering empathy, shared experience and a safe space to explore challenges.
Many people struggle with imposter syndrome – feeling they aren’t good enough even when they are – and both individuals and workplaces can take steps to tackle it.
Managers should set clear policies, provide training and support, ensure confidential reporting, and promptly investigate and address bullying.
Sonay, a solicitor advocate, masked her ADHD and autism traits for over 30 years – triggering anxiety, depression, and burnout.
Her diagnosis has helped her understand herself and ask for support at work.