A career in the law can be exciting, exhilarating, and rewarding, but it can also be challenging, stressful and draining. Evidence shows that lawyers can suffer elevated rates of stress, substance abuse, addiction, depression, and even suicide. Lawyers have different ways of coping with the demands of the legal profession and DRI is committed to helping its members manage these stresses in healthy and productive ways and to achieve a more fulfilling work-life balance.
DRI for Life is where our members help each other. DRI’s members have their own stories to tell – everyone is talking about health and wellness and DRI for Life is the forum for that discussion. DRI for Life allows for easy access to useful information and support for work-life balance and health and wellness issues.
NEW! DRI Supports You In and Out of the Courtroom | Learn About Our New Partnership with IWIL
DRI is excited to announce a new partnership with the Institute for Well-Being in Law (IWIL). This partnership emphasizes both organizations' shared commitment to promoting well-being as a central element of professional success in the legal field, enhancing the overall health, resilience, and longevity of legal professionals.
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Resource Center
Online and telephone contact information to services for lawyers, friends, and family with mental health, substance abuse, or addiction.
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DRI for Life Publications
Articles from DRI publications that focus on mental health, wellness, work-life balance, and more.
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On-Demand Programs
Purchase these on-demand programs that can help lawyers and attorneys invest in their wellness. BOTH ARE FREE FOR DRI MEMBERS!
Warning Signs vs. Well-Being: How Law Firms are Effectively Focusing on Wellness
This DRI for Life on-demand program provides lawyers, law firm leaders and the people invested in the well-being of their organizations with a framework to help recognize, manage, and prioritize wellness.
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How Attorney Wellness Leads to Attorney Retention: Tips + Tools for Your Firm
Why are civil litigation attorneys leaving their firms and what can we do about it? Please join us for this free webinar that will help firm leaders learn the importance of prioritizing wellness and pragmatic ways to retain talent.
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Lawyer Assistance Programs Directory
Lawyer Assistance Programs (LAPs) help judges, lawyers and law students get assistance with substance use, addiction, and mental health problems compromising wellness. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, contact your state or local LAP.
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