It is not unreasonable to suggest that junior lawyers are, sometimes, required to work extraordinary hours for their employer, whether they are in the public or private sector, or a big or small law firm. Technological advancements have helped revolutionise legal practice in so many positive ways, making it easier ...
Chapter Snapshot: Why is there such a stigma about depression in law?
86% of professionals note that they would rather suffer in silence than tell their colleagues or superiors about any mental health conditions they may be experiencing, out of fear of being fired or passed over for promotion. Why is this the case? And how can you navigate your way through this issue?
“I don’t need this book. I’m perfectly healthy and happy. Depression is something that only happens to other people.“ This comment, or some variation on it, is a response that I not only anticipate, but expect, to receive from a number of legal professionals. Whether they be law students or senior solicitors, ...