MiLawyer Podcast

The recently released “Survey of Lawyer Well-being” is the largest-ever conducted survey on attorney mental health and expands on a landmark 2016 study conducted with the support of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and the ABA Commission on Lawyer Assistance Programs. In this episode of MiLawyer Podcast, Patrick Krill, an attorney, board-certified addiction counselor, and co-author of this survey, dives deeper into its findings and discusses how lawyer assistance programs can help.

Attorneys often face complicated ethical questions and consequences for making missteps — even if their unethical actions are unintentional. In the September episode of MiLawyer Podcast, Erica Lemanski, a partner at Mogill, Lemanski, & Gerometta PLLC, discusses how seemingly innocent decisions can quickly turn into ethical violations for legal professionals. She also shares some steps attorneys can take to help defend themselves if their behavior is ever called into question.

Between technology advancements like artificial intelligence, the expectations of modern students, and evolving issues in the legal field, the landscape of Michigan’s law schools are evolving. Hear Michael Sant’Ambrogio, dean of Michigan State University’s College of Law, breakdown how our state’s law schools are ensuring the next generation of lawyers is prepared to build successful legal careers and protect their mental health during and after law school.

Legal representation can make all the difference in court, but it is simply too expensive and out of reach for many in Michigan. Hear Lakeshore Legal Aid CEO Ashley Lowe, talk about the importance of pro bono work and its crucial role in providing access to justice. Plus, she shares her tips for managing the stress that comes along with providing pro bono service.

Change can be scary — but it is worth it. Listen to June’s episode of MiLawyer Podcast to hear famed conviction integrity attorney Valerie Newman’s advice on how attorneys can face the fear of changing practice areas and pivot into a career path that truly inspires them. Newman also examines some of the injustices that occur in our legal system and how she handles the emotional weight of her job.