Health & Wellness

Lawyers in small firms are besieged by court deadlines and client demands, as well as the necessity of creating a continuous stream of business. On top of these pressures, lawyers have to contend with the administrative requirements for running a law firm, including ensuring properly accounting for entrusted funds, meeting payroll and facing the inevitable cash crunches. Read more

1 Hour MCLE; 1 Wellness Competence. Presented by the CLA Health and Wellness Committee Many lawyers suffer from imposter syndrome. They experience persistent feelings of self-doubt, lack of confidence and fear of being exposed as a fraud. People at any stage of their careers can be affected by imposter syndrome, which appears to be especially prevalent among women and diverse attorneys. Fortunately, attorneys who take steps to overcome imposter syndrome can thrive as confident and productive professionals. This panel will… Read more

In this webinar, participants will delve into the crucial topic of attorney well-being and its impact on fulfilling professional duties, covering key aspects such as:  Read more

Walking is a dance. Learn to do it gracefully to save your knees, hips, and back. Join us for an insightful hour as we explore the fascinating interplay between walking, posture, memory, and movement. We'll delve into how our bodies adapt to trauma, the long-term implications of these changes, and strategies to restore confident, balanced walking. This presentation promises to change the way you think about every step you take. Read more

Perfect For Everybody and Every Body! Each Zumba® class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. Read more

Join us for an engaging and interactive first-ever Town Hall meeting hosted by the CLA Health & Wellness Committee. At this event, we aim to foster a supportive environment where the members of our legal community can come together to collaborate on initiatives that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and have an opportunity to discuss issues affecting lawyer well-being. Read more

Free event! No MCLE. Organized by the Health and Wellness Committees of the California Judges Association and the California Lawyers Association as a part of Health & Wellness week Read more

Law practice can be grueling. The work can be intense, and the hours, long. Stress is inevitable, but with a systematic and comprehensive wellness program, with regular hiking as the foundation, manageable. Read more

A sound mind is one of the most important tools an attorney has, which is required to properly advocate for clients, manage large workloads, and handle multiple deadlines.  Read more

Being an effective lawyer is more than your substantive work. Accepting who you are can lead to increased connections, resilience, and efficacy in practicing law. The best lawyers know how to lead from their whole selves to connect with clients, co-counsel, the court, and juries. In 2024, ours is a world of disconnection and it will never be enough to simply be an excellent technical lawyer. Read more