Managing the Dual Demands of a Legal Career and Caregiving
Date: Nov 12, 2024 6:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Location: New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick, and Online
Member Price: $50.00
Non-Member Price: $65.00
Section Price: $0.00
Areas of Law: Law Office Management
Earn up to 1.8 credits! (More Information)
Keynote
Moderator
- Melissa Rosenblum, Esq.
- Founder/Owner, Law Offices of Melissa Rosenblum, Atlantic City
Presenters
- Jemi Goulian Lucey, Esq.
- Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP, Woodbridge
- Hon. Morris G. Smith, J.A.D.
- Hon. Christine M. Heitmann, P.J.M.C.
- Middlesex
- Julia Kiechel
- Senior Counsel, Johnson & Johnson, New Brunswick
Registration fee includes dinner
Being both a full-time lawyer and a caregiver can create a unique and intense set of challenges that affect wellness. Lawyers often deal with high stress levels due to demanding workloads, tight deadlines and the emotional toll of representing clients, especially in high-stakes cases. Adding caregiving responsibilities, such as taking care of children, elderly parents, or family members with health issues, introduces another layer of pressure.
This program will address the challenges of lawyers who are caregivers and ways to help improve their mental health and well-being, work-life balance and overall quality of life.
Learn the following strategies for lawyer caregivers:
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Setting boundaries: establishing firm boundaries at work and at home can help create a better work-life balance. Learning to say “no” to additional responsibilities at work or delegating caregiving duties can reduce overload.
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Time management: tools such as calendars, planners or apps can help organize both work and caregiving responsibilities, ensuring nothing important is overlooked.
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Seeking professional support: Counseling, therapy or peer support groups designed for caregivers and lawyers can provide emotional relief and practical strategies for managing stress.
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Self-care: prioritizing physical health, such as regular exercise, proper nutrition, and adequate sleep, is essential for maintaining long-term resilience. Taking even brief moments for mindfulness, meditation or hobbies can help recharge.
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Legal and caregiving resources: There are resources such as flexible work arrangements, caregiving support services or even bar association programs aimed at lawyer wellness. Using these resources can help reduce the burden.
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Financial planning: Seeking advice from a financial planner to manage the costs associated with caregiving, while maintaining a legal career, can alleviate some of the financial stress.
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