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  1. Burnout is Real: How to Cope With the Realities of the Practice of Law
    Best SellerEthics & Specialty CreditsPodcast
    4.58

    Burnout is Real: How to Cope With the Realities of the Practice of Law

    In the demanding world of legal practice, burnout is a pervasive issue that affects lawyers at all stages of their careers. This podcast delves into the realities of burnout, its impact on legal professionals, and practical strategies to mitigate its effects. Through engaging discussions and expert insights, participants will gain valuable tools to maintain well-being, enhance resilience, and thrive in their legal careers. Don't wait - register today! Discuss the varying pressures faced by solo, small, and large firm employees. Learn how to manage your (sometimes unrealistic) billing requirements. Understand the main causes of burnout and how to avoid them. Explore actionable strategies for building resilience. Determine whether to change firms, go in-house, or change careers.

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  2. The Attorney's Guide to Setting Boundaries and Achieving a Work-Life Balance
    Best SellerEthics & Specialty Credits
    4.39

    The Attorney's Guide to Setting Boundaries and Achieving a Work-Life Balance

    Say “Goodbye” to chronic stress and job dissatisfaction, and “Hello” to enhanced mental health and productivity! In this insightful course, our experienced attorney faculty walk you through the fundamentals of setting boundaries and finding a work-life balance in the legal profession. Find out how to set realistic deadlines, demonstrate best practices in communicating boundaries, and hear real-world tips for identifying your support network. Register today! Get a quick refresher on the warning signs of burnout and mental health issues. Identify best practices for setting boundaries. Discover useful tips for managing stress in legal practice.

    Recorded December 04, 2024.
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  3. Tackling Perfectionism and Achieving Attorney Wellness
    Ethics & Specialty Credits
    4.37

    Tackling Perfectionism and Achieving Attorney Wellness

    High expectations from clients. Emotionally draining cases. Long hours and a never-ending workload. When it comes to the legal profession, the pressure's always on, and it sometimes feels like there's little to no room for mistakes. In this insightful program, our experienced faculty share their inside perspective on the root causes of perfectionism in legal practice, as well as strategies for improving your mental health. Free yourself from your inner critic - register today! Discover common causes and signs of perfectionism. Explore the correlation between perfectionism, depression, and other mental illnesses. Develop strategies for overcoming perfectionism in the legal profession.

    Recorded September 29, 2023.
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  4. Breaking Free: Addressing Compulsive Behavior in Legal Practice
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Breaking Free: Addressing Compulsive Behavior in Legal Practice

    How do compulsive behaviors like impulsive shopping and problem gambling affect a lawyer's career and overall well-being? Join our expert faculty as they explore common compulsive behaviors in the legal profession and reveal real-world solutions for coping with them. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge - register today! Discover how compulsive behavior affects attorneys and their families. Identify the warning signs of compulsive behavior. Develop strategies for coping with compulsive tendencies.

    Recorded March 20, 2025.
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  5. Building Resilience and Grit in Legal Practice
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Building Resilience and Grit in Legal Practice

    Do you understand the difference between grit and resilience? How can you cultivate a growth mindset? What are some stress-management strategies lawyers can use to improve their resilience? In this insightful briefing, our veteran faculty answer these questions and provide you with practical guidance for persevering through everyday challenges in legal practice. Register today! Discover the difference between a growth vs. a fixed mindset. Formulate effective stress management strategies. Hear tips for building your support network. Review the importance of prioritizing a work-life balance.

    Recorded February 03, 2025.
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  6. Dismantling the Stigma of Substance Use and Mental Health Issues: A Lawyer's Guide
    Ethics & Specialty Credits
    4.82

    Dismantling the Stigma of Substance Use and Mental Health Issues: A Lawyer's Guide

    In this transformative CLE course, our expert faculty explore the importance of breaking stigma in law and reframing the narrative around mental health and substance use. Refine your understanding of stigma and its prevalence in the legal profession, develop stigma-reduction strategies for attorneys, and uncover practical skills for dealing with mental health and substance use issues. Expand your knowledge - register today! Hear statistics regarding substance use and mental health issues in the legal profession. Identify the consequences of mental health and substance use stigma. Discover best practices for destigmatizing mental health and substance use issues.

    Recorded June 25, 2024.
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  7. Mini Psychology School for Attorneys
    Medicolegal
    4.69

    Mini Psychology School for Attorneys

    Most lawyers will encounter various mental health disorders while working with clients and others. To serve your clients' needs effectively and navigate these situations with tact, you need to know how to recognize and deal with them. This mini psychology guide will show you how to recognize the signs and symptoms of various mental health issues, from mood disorders to addiction. You will also receive practical insights for working with mental health experts and records in litigation. Enhance your understanding of mental health issues in the legal profession - register today! Review effective ways to communicate with individuals who have depression or bipolar disorder. Learn to identify the signs of narcissism and other personality disorders. Build your knowledge of different mental health expert credentials and terminology. Determine when and how to refer a client for evaluation and treatment. Review real-world techniques for deposing and cross-examining mental health experts. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2024 Content Advisory Committee Member Erika MacCormac.

    Recorded June 12, 2024.
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  8. Dealing With the Pressures of Owning a Law Firm
    Ethics & Specialty CreditsPodcast

    Dealing With the Pressures of Owning a Law Firm

    Running a law firm can be both rewarding and challenging. This CLE program delves into the unique pressures faced by law firm owners and provides practical strategies to navigate them effectively. Presented in a podcast format, this course offers insights, real-world examples, and expert advice to help attorneys thrive in their managerial roles. Don't miss this expert insight - register today! Embrace operating under self-reliance conditions. Learn how to balance the pressures of running a firm with competing life interests. Explore associate relationship-building techniques. Understand effective leadership techniques, conflict resolution strategies, and decision-making frameworks. Develop coping mechanisms, reduce stress, and learn resilience.

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  9. Dealing With Stress, Mental Illness, and Substance Misuse in the Legal Profession
    Ethics & Specialty Credits
    4.68

    Dealing With Stress, Mental Illness, and Substance Misuse in the Legal Profession

    The unique stressors associated with practicing law continue to take an incredible toll on attorneys today. Improve your understanding of common mental health issues in the legal profession and get practical solutions for coping with stress and helping colleagues in need. Don't miss this important opportunity to expand your skill set for grappling with stress, mental illness, and addiction - register today! Learn about the signs and impact of anxiety, depression, burnout, and secondary trauma among attorneys. Get everyday strategies for coping with work-related stress. Discover best practices for helping colleagues struggling with addiction.

    Recorded February 20, 2024.
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  10. From Motions to Mental Well-Being: Overcoming Mental Health and Substance Use Issues in Legal Practice
    Ethics & Specialty Credits
    4.59

    From Motions to Mental Well-Being: Overcoming Mental Health and Substance Use Issues in Legal Practice

    What are the risk factors of substance use among attorneys? Do you know how to balance your personal life with your workload? Why is emotional intelligence (EQ) important, and what are some ways you can improve it? This focused program provides you with best practices for managing substance use issues and promoting attorney well-being. Don't miss this opportunity to build your knowledge - register today! Obtain strategies for preventing and treating substance use issues. Discover best practices for maintaining attorney wellness. Gain practical insights for establishing boundaries between work and your personal life. Formulate strategies for building emotional intelligence.

    Recorded December 11, 2024.
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  11. Alcoholism in the Legal Profession
    Ethics & Specialty Credits
    4.57

    Alcoholism in the Legal Profession

    According to a study conducted by the ABA Commission and the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, 20.6% of attorneys engage in potentially harmful alcohol-dependent drinking. In this CLE course geared towards educating lawyers on alcohol misuse, our experienced faculty provide you with actionable strategies and helpful resources for preventing and addressing attorney alcohol dependency. Build your knowledge - register today! Discover the prevalence of alcohol dependence in law firms. Examine best practices for managing stress and practicing self-care. Formulate strategies for supporting colleagues struggling with alcoholism.

    Recorded September 19, 2024.
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  12. Extreme Law Office Makeover: The Attorney's Edition
    Law Practice Management
    4.71

    Extreme Law Office Makeover: The Attorney's Edition

    Do your firm's processes - or your personal habits - need a makeover? Are you looking for opportunities to maximize billable hours and minimize wasted time? Look no further! Inspired by the spirit of Extreme Home Makeover, this program will show you how to overhaul your law office and embark on a journey of professional rejuvenation. Roll up your sleeves and transform your business into a thriving and technologically-advanced firm - register today! Identify what's dragging your firm's finances down and uncover gems for improvement. Discover new opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of your marketing efforts. Tear down old habits that are hurting your productivity. Overcome key obstacles to getting organized. Implement cutting-edge AI solutions for time-sucking tasks like legal research and document drafting. Reinvent more than your firm: promote mindfulness and well-being in yourself and others. *Any mention of specific products in this program is intended as part of a general overview and does not constitute NBI's endorsement or recommendation of any specific product or provider. This program is not sponsored by any technology or electronics provider.

    Recorded September 18, 2024.
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  13. Substance Use Issues and the Brain
    Ethics & Specialty Credits
    4.59

    Substance Use Issues and the Brain

    Do you understand the nature and science behind substance use disorders? What are the top warning signs of addiction? Are you up to speed on the latest case studies of attorneys battling substance use issues? In this insightful program, our distinguished faculty dive into the neuroscience of addiction, as well as best practices for coping with dependence issues. Enhance your knowledge - register today! Explore the relationship between substance use, the reward system, and neurotransmitters. Delve into the impact of addiction on attorneys and the legal profession. Formulate actionable strategies for preventing and overcoming substance use issues.

    Recorded April 29, 2024.
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  14. Bouncing Back: Attorney's Guide to Coping With Mental Health and Substance Use Issues
    Ethics & Specialty Credits
    4.63

    Bouncing Back: Attorney's Guide to Coping With Mental Health and Substance Use Issues

    According to the ABA Profile of the Legal Profession 2023, 66% of attorneys who struggled with suicidal thoughts revealed that their time in the legal industry had a detrimental impact on their mental well-being. As per Bloomberg Law's 2022 Attorney Workload and Hours Survey, 7.6% of lawyers reported that they abused drugs or alcohol in the last quarter. Do you know what to do if you or a colleague is struggling with mental health or substance use issues? This course delves into strategies for combatting mental health and substance use issues in the legal profession. Put your well-being first - register today! Discover the latest stats on mental health and substance use issues in legal practice. Obtain real-world strategies for maintaining your mental well-being. Gain practical advice for seeking help and helping your colleagues. Avoid disciplinary issues that can arise from impairment.

    Recorded November 12, 2024.
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  15. Recognizing and Dealing With Alcohol and Drug Problems
    Ethics & Specialty CreditsPodcast

    Recognizing and Dealing With Alcohol and Drug Problems

    In this engaging and informative podcast episode, legal professionals and anyone interested in understanding alcohol and drug-related issues will explore the complexities of addiction, its impact on individuals and communities, and effective strategies for addressing these challenges. Whether you're a lawyer, judge, paralegal, or simply curious about this critical topic, this course provides valuable insights and practical guidance. You can't afford to miss this program - register today! Understand statistics surrounding lawyers and substance abuse. Discuss whether excessive alcohol use is "OK" as part of firm culture. Learn about ways to discuss problems with substances and get help.

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OnDemand Washington CLE Courses

NBI's OnDemand Washington CLE courses offer legal professionals the flexibility to meet their continuing education requirements anytime, anywhere. Covering a wide range of topics, these courses allow you to enhance your legal skills and stay updated with the latest industry trends at your convenience. Perfect for busy legal professionals, NBI's OnDemand courses ensure you remain compliant with state regulations while advancing your career.

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