Our Life in the Law 2025 webinar (held on 12 November 2025) brought together voices from across the legal sector to reflect on what the report tells us and, most importantly, what needs to change.
The Mazur ruling has had a significant impact on firms and individuals across the legal sector. For many, it’s brought uncertainty and worry, and a need for space to talk about how it feels and what can help.
Anxiety can feel overwhelming – worrying constantly, feeling physically tense or scared, or having panic attacks. Learn how anxiety works, how it can affect life and work, and finding simple tips can help you manage those feelings.
Planning a party for your legal team? Make sure it’s inclusive for non-drinkers. Elizabeth Barrett shares some tips to avoid making them feel awkward.
Burnout in the legal sector is driven by long hours, high stress, and heavy caseloads – often leading to exhaustion, detachment, and even thoughts of leaving. Learn how to spot the signs, find support, and prevent burnout.
Fred originally trained as a solicitor in a corporate law firm only to realise that a career in law was not for him. While he initially felt completely stuck, he learned to reframe his skillset before successfully pivoting into a career in management consulting and then into industry.
After nearly three decades as a partner in a global law firm, Charmian Johnson made the bold decision to step away from the traditional career path and retrain as a somatic trauma-informed coach.
Eric explains how long hours and isolation in his legal career led to burnout, and how reaching out for support helped him to recover and move forward.
If you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or struggling with something, we’re here to listen. Our helpline is a safe, confidential space where you can talk to someone who understands the challenges of working in law. Here’s how to contact us, what to expect during a call, and what happens after.
Depression is a common illness that affects both mind and body, sometimes triggered by stress or trauma but often without clear cause; it can affect anyone, yet is treatable, and support is available.
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.