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Overview

Many lawyers are regularly exposed to traumatic stories and materials through their work. But what happens if the cumulative effect of dealing with others’ trauma becomes overwhelming?

Vicarious trauma is a serious mental health condition which is now well-recognised as affecting members of the legal profession, and can often occur in lawyers who are regularly exposed to traumatic materials or clients experiencing trauma.

This course will equip you to recognise the signs and symptoms of vicarious trauma in yourself and others, and the impact this condition can have on your professional practice and personal wellbeing. It also covers practical strategies that both individuals and employers can implement to prevent and respond to vicarious trauma in the workplace.

Date Published: June 2024

Key takeaways

Understand Vicarious Trauma: Gain a comprehensive understanding of what vicarious trauma is and why lawyers are susceptible to this condition.
Recognise Signs and Symptoms: Learn to identify the signs and symptoms of vicarious trauma in yourself and others.
Impact on Professional Practice: Explore the ways in which vicarious trauma can affect your professional practice, as well as teams and organisations.
Coping Strategies and Resilience: Discover effective coping mechanisms and resilience-building techniques to manage and mitigate the effects of vicarious trauma.
Creating a Supportive Work Environment: Learn how to foster a supportive work environment that acknowledges and addresses vicarious trauma in practical ways.

Meet the expert

Ben Deverson

Founder & Director Lawganised

Ben Deverson is the head of Lawganised - a trusted adviser working with law firms of all sizes and areas of law. Lawganised provides tailored solutions to law firms to assist with all aspects of operating a legal practice.

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