If you’re leading a team of legal professionals, recognizing the signs of burnout in your team is crucial. Lawyer burnout leads to lost productivity, unplanned time out of the office and in the most severe cases, potential malpractice liability. Burnout is not just an individual problem - it’s an issue that impacts the bottom line and reputation of your organization. By understanding the symptoms and taking proactive steps to create a supportive work environment, you can foster a healthier and more productive team.

There are always signs that we need to make career adjustments, but we often overlook them. We’ve been convinced that certain undesirable factors are “a part of the game” so we learn to deal with them - to push through - to get over it and move on. We don’t advocate for adjustments that will make our career journey a smoother ride. But just like your car, eventually you will break down too if you don’t make adjustments.