S3 Ep03 - The Legal Sector & Wellbeing: Breaking the Silence on Stress & Mental Health

Wellbeing
Written By Lisa Edmunds

The legal profession is known for its high-pressure environment, long hours and relentless workloads—but at what cost? As part of Stress Awareness Month, this episode will explore the critical importance of wellbeing in the legal sector, tackling stigma, burnout and mental health challenges that many barristers and solicitors face. 

Our expert panel will discuss: 

— The reality of stress & burnout in the legal profession – how widespread is the problem? 

— Cultural challenges in the Bar – why is mental health still a taboo topic? 

— Practical strategies for maintaining wellbeing – what works and what doesn’t? 

— What firms, chambers & organisations can do – creating a culture of support. 

— The Bar Council’s initiatives – what support is available for legal professionals? 

Whether you’re a junior barrister, seasoned advocate or aspiring legal professional, this conversation is for you. It’s time to put wellbeing at the heart of legal practice. 

Produced and distributed by ⁠⁠Innobella Media⁠⁠.

Lisa Edmunds

Lisa Edmunds is one of the North-West’s leading family law barristers. She brings over two decades of experience and expertise in high-level and complex cases. Lisa has the ability to bring strategic planning and goal-setting skills to cases and has proven value as a strategic advisor. She has a reputation for being tough and tenacious in the courtroom however, recognises that all clients and cases are different and sometimes alternative approaches are needed to achieve the end result. Lisa has a proven ability to work collaboratively within a multi- disciplinary group. Lisa is direct access qualified and also offers Early Neutral Evaluation appointments.

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