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LawCare: supporting the legal community today & tomorrow

22 March 2024 / Author(s): Elizabeth Rimmer
Issue: 8064 / Categories: Career Clinic
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Elizabeth Rimmer sets out some common barriers that prevent people from seeking help

At LawCare, the mental health charity for people working in the legal sector, we understand that reaching out for support can be very difficult when you are having a hard time. However, it’s much better to start a conversation early on rather than waiting; many people who contacted us for support say they wish they had reached out sooner.

In this article, we’ve tried to address some common concerns people have about speaking to us, to put your mind at ease. If you need to talk, please do contact us. You might be surprised at the positive impact just talking to someone can have.

Typical concerns

My employer, regulator or professional body will find out You don’t need to worry; our service is confidential. We won’t ask for your roll number or details of your workplace, and you don’t have to give your name. You choose how much information you want to give. We are independent of professional bodies and regulators, and nothing beyond statistics

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