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Well-Being in Law Week
May 5 - 9, 2025
Join us daily, live at 10 AM
Five days of free webinars to support Lawyer Well-Being.
Recordings will also be available.
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Only one form needed - check off the webinars you wish to attend.
Links specific for your chosen webinars will be sent to you via email.
To view 2025 videos, as well as previous year videos: Go to NJLAP’s YouTube Channel, @NJLAP
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2025 - “A Path to Physical Well-Being for Lawyers”
Panelists:
Josie Coyoc, CHHC
Defne Ekin, PhD
The physical demands of the legal profession often go unnoticed—long hours seated at a desk, chronic screen time, disrupted sleep, and mounting tension. Over time, the body pays a price. But what if the antidote isn’t a drastic lifestyle change, but simply a few intentional minutes outdoors? This session explores the growing body of research linking time in nature to measurable improvements in physical health—reduced stress hormones, better sleep, improved cardiovascular function, and more. Discover practical ways to weave nature into even the busiest legal schedule—your body will thank you for it!
moderator: Defne Ekin, PhD, NJLAP Team Clinician
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BA2025 - “Finding Meaning & Inner Balance in the Legal Profession”
Speaker:
Cedric Ashley, JD, ACC, Catalyzer
Join Cedric as he explores the importance of spiritual well-being within the legal field. He will share insights on how purpose, values, and inner connection contribute to overall health and success in the profession. Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on nurturing their spiritual well-being.
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Moderator: James Burke, BA, NJLAP Program Assistant/Resource Coordinator
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2025 - “Occupational Well-Being & Time Management”
Panelists:
The Hon. John M. Doran, J.S.C.
David J. Bruno, Esq. - Attorney Wellness Speaker
Moderator: Nicole Perskie, NJLAP Administrative Director
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2025 - “The Role of Social Connection in a Thriving Legal Career”
Speaker:
Eric Rodriguez
Social connection is an important part of fostering well-being among legal professional, Helping to reduce the high levels of stress, burnout, and mental health challenges prevalent in the legal field. Prioritizing social connection is not just beneficial for individual well-being but also leads to a more sustainable and successful legal career.
Key points include:
The Impact of Isolation
Benefits of Social Connection:
Strategies for Building Connection
Organizational Responsibility
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Moderator: Eric Salzman, Esq., NJLAP Attorney Counselor
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2025 - “What’s Fear & Joy Got to Do With It?”
Emotions & How They Affect Resilience
Speakers:
Jennifer Mohamed, Esq.
“Facing Fear: Cultivating Emotional Resilience As A Pathway to Success”
Fear is a powerful emotion that can significantly impact our thoughts, behaviors and overall well-being. This presentation focuses on solutions to three issues that affect lawyer well-being.
Kara Perry, JD
“Joy Management: Finding Moments of Joy Between Coffee & Chaos”
Let’s experience a jolt of joy! Learn how the legal profession can lighten up with mindfulness, and an open attitude to unlock that inner joy. Stress management is so 2024 - this year, focus on joy management!
Noreen Braman, CLWI, CLYL
“Joy is My Watchword - What’s Yours?”
Why have a personal watchword? Here’s one way Merriam-Webster describes it :a word or motto that embodies a principle or guide to action of an individual or group, also, : a guiding principle
Moderator: Noreen Braman, NJLAP Communications Manager
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