Ethical Competency and Mindfulness
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About
This Course
Attorneys are busy, have demanding schedules, and work long hours. That is
why mindfulness and self-care are crucial to avoid legal burnout, substance
abuse, continue to perform legal services competently, and remain ethically
compliant.
In this course, experts Ms. Sharp and Ms. Howlett explore the role of
mindfulness in professional and ethical competency and provide the practical
techniques necessary to reduce stress and boost mental clarity. Furthermore,
they will explore what working during challenging times and times of crisis
feels like, defining the best tools to manage it, cultivate a practice that includes
mindfulness and self-care, and explore how to avoid professional and ethical
issues.
About the Presenters
Cynthia Sharp, Esq.
The Sharper Lawyer
Practice Area: Attorney Well-Being
Veteran attorney Cynthia Sharp (CEO of The Sharper Lawyer) works with motivated lawyers seeking to generate additional revenue for their law firms. She practiced law from 1982–2009 and then embarked on a professional speaking and writing career. Ever since, she has served solo and small firm attorneys throughout North America. In the spring of 2020, she co-founded legalburnout.com, dedicated to helping those in the legal industry succeed by applying principles of mindfulness to all areas of their lives.Cindy, author of The Lawyer’s Guide to Financial Planning published by ABA Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Division, is also a Contributor ...
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Rebecca Howlett, Esq.
The Legal Burnout Solution
Practice Area: Personal (+ 2 other areas)
Becky Howlett is an attorney, legal educator, and certified contemplative practices teacher committed to promoting well-being in the legal field and beyond. In the spring of 2020, she co-founded legalburnout.com to help legal advocates effectively manage stress, cultivate healthy work environments, and prevent burnout. As Director of Attorney Well-Being, Becky has led live meditations for over 2500 attorneys in the United States and Canada.
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