As we prepare to launch our first annual Volunteer Training Program, we'll share updates with those who are interested in providing peer support to other members of the Massachusetts legal profession. We are excited to share progress as we develop…
With finances often at the bottom line of lawyer well-being, lawyers with student loan debt are invited to join a new pilot program from the Massachusetts SJC Standing Committee on Lawyer Well-Being and AccessLex Institute. Seeking to alleviate stress…
A pledge campaign open until February, 2021 from the Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association, the Massachusetts Association of Hispanic Attorneys, and the Massachusetts Black Women Attorneys offers lawyers updates about important pro bono opportunities. National Pro Bono Week is the…
The Massachusetts SJC is seeking to support inclusion by sourcing necessary demographic information through its Rule 4:02 on Periodic Registration of Attorneys; comments are due October 21, 2020. Improving Well-Being through Inclusion across the Massachusetts Bar Enhancing diversity, equity,…
The passing of Chief Justice Ralph D. Gants is an enormous loss to the Massachusetts legal community. Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and colleagues. As others have noted, Chief Justice Gants was a thoughtful and incisive…
Dr. Tracey Meyers, Psy.D. joined the LCL MA team as our new staff clinician on August 31, 2020. To introduce her, we have a quick Q & A to share along with her bio. Dr. Tracey Meyers joined LCL…
Our Free & Confidential Online Job Search Group launches October 6th to help lawyers, recent grads, and law students cope with the challenges of unemployment and underemployment. . . . A post on our Mass LOMAP Blog directs…
In the face of uncertainty in the legal profession, the Boston Bar Association has enhanced its mentoring programs for Massachusetts lawyers and law students. The BBA has three active mentoring programs right now for those in the legal profession…
Transitioning into the legal profession isn't easy, and even more challenging during a pandemic. The right resources and support can make a big difference. Find updates and more on dealing with the delayed Massachusetts Bar Exam here. (And our…
CPCS Mental Health Litigation Division is accepting applications for their Fall 2020 Civil Commitment Certification Training until September 14. Working with the CPCS Mental Health Litigation Division panel offers an opportunity to protect civil rights of people with psychiatric…