Uncover the systemic causes of lawyer burnout and discover actionable strategies to mitigate occupational stress, safeguard your mental well-being, and thrive in your practice.
In today’s legal profession, “stressed out” has become an all-too-common refrain—but when does everyday pressure cross the line into burnout or impairment? This timely program takes a candid look at the realities of stress, anxiety, and mental health challenges within the legal community, where recent studies show a significant rise in substance use and psychological distress. With as many as one in three attorneys likely to require support during their careers, understanding the warning signs is no longer optional—it is essential.
Led by an experienced speaker, this session explores the early indicators of impairment, the unique cultural and professional pressures facing lawyers and judges, and practical strategies for prevention and resilience. Participants will also gain insight into available support through Lawyers Assistance Programs, the ethical obligations surrounding impairment, and the critical connection between mental health, professional responsibility, and disciplinary risk. This is a vital conversation about sustaining both personal wellbeing and professional integrity in a high-risk profession.
Education and Outreach Coordinator at Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania, Inc.
Brian S. Quinn, Esquire is a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania who currently serves as the Education and Outreach Coordinator for Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania, Inc., a Lawyers Assistance program established in 1988 for the purpose of helping lawyers, judges, and law students recover from alcoholism, drug addiction and mental health disorders. Mr. Quinn obtained his undergraduate degree in 1970, his law degree in 1973, and a certificate in Drug and Alcohol counseling in 2012, all from Villanova University. Prior to accepting his position with Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers in 2017, Mr. Quinn was engaged in private practice for nearly 40 years, handling a variety of civil and criminal matters. Mr. Quinn has also worked in the field of Alcohol and Drug Counselling at Mirmont Treatment Center and Malvern Institute in suburban Philadelphia. Mr. Quinn is a past member of the Board of Directors of Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania and served as a peer volunteer for over six years prior to accepting his current role as the organization's Educator. As LCL's Educator, Mr. Quinn has conducted CLE presentations for Bar Associations, private law firms, and professional organizations in Pennsylvania, as well as for National CLE providers, on a variety of topics in the fields of Lawyer wellness and impairment in the legal profession.
