The Legal Up blog

For a lot of long-time legal professionals, the concept of psychological safety is new. Law firms are not generally known as places where disagreements are respectful and it’s okay to announce your mistakes without fear.

Given the high-stress nature of the legal industry, the term mindfulness might seem out of place, if not entirely foreign. Yet, it’s quite possible that this simple practice could be a game-changer for your career.

Emotional intelligence (EI), once regarded as a soft skill that belonged only in the periphery, has surged to the forefront of legal discourse. It has become a critical tool for litigators in particular.

Finding the time for self-care amid your demanding career can seem like an impossible task.

It’s inevitable you’ll deal with stress at work, but many turn to unhealthy ways in order to cope with the heavy load on their backs. Because of this, alcoholism and mental health challenges are unfortunately quite common among legal professionals.

As legal professionals, we know that the job can be tough. Conversations about mental health are common, and with the myriad initiatives to address these concerns, it’s fair to wonder why it seems like we haven’t made much progress.

The legal industry, while revered and respected, is not immune to its challenges.

If a law firm is going to thrive, there must be healthy relationships between its attorneys and paralegals.

Summertime is a great opportunity for busy professionals to get outside and exercise.

Law school taught you how to handle legal conflicts, but perhaps it’s time to learn a little more about other kinds of conflict resolution. Legal clients are often under a lot of stress. Learning to de-escalate a tense situation will serve you well in your career and life.