New virtual support group for attorneys to start in September
The State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program is offering a free, confidential virtual support group for attorneys to help each other work through stress, improve their overall well-being to maximize professional competency, and connect with their peers.
Meetings will begin Sept. 30 and take place via Zoom on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, from 6-7 p.m. through Nov. 19. All meetings are facilitated by an LJAP Clinical Case Manager.
The schedule of topics will be:
- Week 1: Self-care that works
- Week 2: Healthy boundaries – work/life separation
- Week 3: Communication techniques
- Week 4: Handling incivility
- Week 5: Unique stressors of practice
- Week 6: Mindfulness – observation and description
- Week 7: Well-being red flags
- Week 8: Sharing joy – what are you proud of?
Interested participants can attend at any time during the eight weeks, and attendance at all groups is not required for participation.
Register here
To get more information, please contact LJAP at contactljap@michbar.org or (800) 996-5522.
Posted September 8, 2025