Vermont Attorney Wellness CLE Courses
Best SellerEthics & Specialty Credits4.42The 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.OnDemand 58 minutes
Ethics & Specialty CreditsBreaking 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.OnDemand 58 minutes
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.37Tackling 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.OnDemand 58 minutes
Ethics & Specialty CreditsBuilding 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.OnDemand 58 minutes
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.82Dismantling 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.OnDemand1 hour
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.68Dealing 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.OnDemand1 hour
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.63Bouncing 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.OnDemand2 hours 58 minutes
Ethics & Specialty CreditsBetween the Bars: The Slippery Slope of Gray Area Drinking
Imagine this: You're at a networking event with other attorneys. It hits happy hour, and after your third drink, you find yourself going off on a tangent about a client. At what point do you go from mingling with your peers to saying or doing something that could damage your reputation? In this condensed course, our experienced faculty examine the implications of gray area drinking (GAD) for legal professionals. Do not miss the opportunity to be a part of this critical conversation - register today! Differentiate between GAD, problematic drinking, and alcohol dependency. Delve into the ethical implications of GAD for attorneys. Formulate strategies for preventing and recovering from alcohol misuse issues.
Live Online + OnDemandMay 12, 7:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.57Alcoholism 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.OnDemand 58 minutes
Law Practice Management4.71Extreme 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.OnDemand5 hours 52 minutes
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.59Substance 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.OnDemand 58 minutes
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.66Valentine's Day Ethics: The Dangers of Getting Too Close, Loose Lips, and More
Celebrate Valentine's Day with CLE credit! In this cupid-approved course, our distinguished faculty share tips for handling a variety of ethical problems that attorneys encounter in everyday practice. Determine when it's time to part ways with clients, uncover practical guidance for navigating law firm breakups, and formulate strategies for practicing self-care and managing mental health issues in day-to-day practice. Don't miss a beat - register today! Come away with best practices for ensuring effective communication. Explore the ethical issues involved with attorneys dating clients, other lawyers, and judges. Examine best practices for handling lateral moves and law firm breakups. Discover creative ways to enhance your well-being and practice self-compassion in daily practice. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2024 Content Advisory Committee Member Steven Sorenson.
Recorded February 14, 2024.OnDemand2 hours 57 minutes
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.59From 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.OnDemand2 hours 58 minutes
Law Practice ManagementNew!Work Smarter, Not Harder: Hidden Gems for Elevating Satisfaction, Eliminating Time Sucks, and More
Are you sick of drowning in emails and trying to juggle competing deadlines? Here's how we can help! In this practical course, our veteran practitioners spill tips and tricks for banishing productivity killers, time robbers, and energy zappers from your daily practice. Find out how to automate tasks to simplify your workflow, discover the value of integrating AI within the law firm, and form long-term strategies for ongoing improvement. What are you waiting for? Register today! Uncover practical guidance for managing your email inbox. Supercharge your efficiency with tried-and-true time management tips. Formulate strategies for automating tasks and optimizing your workflow. Assess the pros and cons of different tech tools for law firms. Develop strategies for elevating the effectiveness of legal meetings. *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.
Live Online + OnDemandJun 24, 2:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.72Strategies for Combatting Depression and Suicide in Legal Practice
Despite the high prevalence of mental health issues in the legal profession, depression is often stigmatized. What roadblocks do attorneys face when seeking help, and what are some ways to overcome those obstacles? In this insightful program, our experienced faculty explore strategies for managing depression, preventing suicide, and approaching colleagues and clients who are struggling. Don't miss this important program - register today! Review the latest statistics on depression and suicide in legal practice. Discover common roadblocks that prevent legal professionals from seeking help. Gain useful tips for managing depression.
Recorded June 29, 2023.OnDemand 58 minutes
Vermont Attorney Wellness CLE Courses
Support your well-being with our Vermont Attorney Wellness CLE Courses. NBI’s courses are designed to address the unique challenges faced by legal professionals, focusing on mental health, stress management, and overall wellness. Enhance your personal and professional life with our wellness training.
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