Law Practice Management and Technology
The Bottom Line Volume 35, No.6 , December 2014
Content
- MCLE Self-Study Article Easy Fixes to Protect Yourself from Cyber Security Threats
- MCLE Self-Study Article Lawyers and Legal Technology: Savvy or Safety
- MCLE Self-Study Article Protect Your Firm From Disqualification: Screen New Employees
- MCLE Self-Study Article Retainer Agreement Basics
- MCLE Self-Study Article Visual Privacy Hacking: How Are You Protecting Client Confidences?
- Message from the Chair
- Message from the Editors
- MCLE Self-Study Article Stress and the Legal Profession in the 21st Century
MCLE Self-Study Article Stress and the Legal Profession in the 21st Century
By Jack Kenefick
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The legal profession, much more so than most, has always been known for its high-stress environment and culture. It is a profession that is deeply rooted in tradition and has been slow to adapt to the increasingly stressful environment of the practitioner, particularly in the 21st century.
Now more than ever, attorneys are dealing with increased workloads, greater time pressures, burnout, depression and lack of balance in their life. This increase workload and demand on time has resulted in unprecedented workplace stress and a drain on personal energy.