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The Lawyer Assistance Program (LAP) provides free, virtual programs designed to help California legal professionals, bar applicants, and law students strengthen wellness, resilience, and practical skills for thriving in the legal profession. Our offerings combine mental health strategies with tools for competent, ethical practice.

Refresh: Mindfulness Series

Mindfulness is the intentional practice of paying attention to the present moment with openness and without judgment. For attorneys, this means cultivating awareness of thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations as they arise, rather than reacting automatically or becoming overwhelmed by stressors. Mindfulness is both a wellness tool and a professional skill that enhances mental health; sharpens cognitive performance; and supports competent, ethical lawyering.

Practicing mindfulness supports attorney wellness by:

  • Reducing stress and anxiety: Mindfulness helps calm the nervous system, lowering stress levels common in high-pressure legal environments.
  • Enhancing emotional regulation: Attorneys can respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively, improving resilience and mental health.
  • Preventing burnout: By fostering self-awareness and balance, mindfulness promotes sustainable work habits and overall well-being.

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Refocus: ADHD Strategies for Success in Law

Research from the American Bar Association highlights a striking statistic: 12.5 percent of attorneys report having ADHD, compared to just 4–8 percent of adults in the general population. This underscores the importance of practical strategies to help legal professionals with ADHD, or ADHD-like symptoms, thrive and practice law competently.

The Refocus program is designed for California attorneys, law students, and bar applicants seeking tools to strengthen executive functioning skills essential for success in the legal profession. The program not only provides actionable strategies, resources, and techniques for managing attention and organization but also celebrates the unique strengths and perspectives of neurodiverse individuals. Each session offers practical guidance to help participants enhance focus, improve productivity, and navigate the varied demands of legal practice with confidence.

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Retool: Law Office Management Support Program

Retool is a practical, supportive webinar series designed especially for solo and small firm attorneys in California and addresses important aspects of opening and running a law firm, emphasizing compliance, effective law office management, clear client communications, and attention to attorney wellness. Each session features speakers from diverse practice backgrounds and includes practical tips, sample templates, and implementation-ready guidance.

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Reset: Bar Retaker Support Program

This support program is by invitation only and is offered to individuals retaking the California Bar Exam. Eligible individuals will receive an email invitation directly from the Office of Admissions to register for sessions. The program explores strategies for mental health, well-being, and effective study skills, creating a community of support and resources to help you succeed. For questions about this program, please contact LAP@calbar.ca.gov.

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MCLE Toolkit on Wellness in Law

This toolkit explains the importance of attorney well-being as an integral aspect of fulfilling the Duty of Competence, RPC 1.1. This toolkit is designed as a one-hour wellness competency MCLE that can be taught to your association, organization, law firm, or government agency online or in person. It includes a script, a PowerPoint presentation, interactive polling questions, and course handouts. Developed by the State Bar of California’s Lawyer Assistance Program, the materials are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice.

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For more information, please complete the LAP/OPC Support Intake Form, give us a call (877-LAP-4HELP or 877-527-4435), or send an email to LAP@calbar.ca.gov. Contacting us is confidential.