July is BIPOC Mental Health Month, and it deserves special attention in the legal profession. Previously known as Minority Mental Health Month, Mental Health America explains why it makes sense to avoid using the word "minority" particularly in the…
Coping with the COVID-19 crisis as any law student can be overwhelming, particularly for the class of 2020 facing a postponed -- and as of July 1, remotely-administered bar exam. The Massachusetts State Bar Exam will be conducted remotely…
Difficult conversations are necessary and often the most important. Understanding some principles to engage them can help with antiracism work in the legal profession and beyond. Difficult conversations are necessary for growth and healing. Discomfort is necessary, in fact…
Those in the legal profession face more demands than most, which makes setting boundaries even more important -- but not more comfortable. Fortunately, there are ways to make it easier. Setting boundaries rather than living with limitations helps us preserve…
The ABA and other bar associations have joined the Bar Association of San Francisco's curriculum challenge, which originally began on June 17. This work is urgent (especially in the legal profession!), so expand your education and action now. . …
We're living in challenging times and working in a challenging profession. Making space for grief is essential for finding joy, particularly in light of important celebrations like Juneteenth and Pride Month. 2020 has given us many reasons to grieve.…
A new initiative from the Association of American Law Schools has curated resources to help guide antiracism work in law schools. The Law Deans Antiracist Clearinghouse Project is a recently launched effort offering resources and guidance for law schools…
June is PTSD Awareness Month. Understanding trauma can help individuals in the legal profession (and beyond) understand the impacts of racism and the importance of taking action to end it. When the diagnosis of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder was…
As our systems continue to fail Black Americans, LCL MA recognizes and supports the work we need to do to stop racism, especially in the legal profession. . . . A post on our Mass LOMAP Blog directs…
Usage of meditation apps has skyrocketed since the COVID-19 crisis began. To wrap up Mental Health Month, we're sharing a quick run-through of the top options -- and a closer look at some warnings for those in the legal profession.…