About This Course
Attorneys regularly engage with clients navigating highly stressful and emotionally charged circumstances, which can carry cumulative psychological impacts over time. This CLE program examines the often-overlooked phenomenon of secondary trauma in legal practice, with a focus on how repeated exposure to clients’ experiences can shape an attorney’s mental state, decision-making processes, and overall effectiveness.
The course provides a practical framework for recognizing indicators of secondary trauma and understanding how it can manifest across different practice settings. Participants will explore the connection between attorney well-being and professional responsibilities, including the potential implications for client communication, judgment, and ethical obligations.
