Help for impaired lawyers; Commission hopes ABA-sanctioned model will spur nationwide aid programs

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The ABA Commission on Impaired Attorneys is trying for a nationwide network of lawyer assistance programs which will identify impaired lawyers before they harm clients or themselves. The model devised by the commission feels that volunteers are not enough and that they should work with a paid staff member. The model also advises states to grant immunity to volunteer attorneys without which they would have a duty to reveal information about lawyers' actions that could harm clients.

Health aspects, Planning, Bar associations

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Court weighs required pro bono; Nevada bar petitions for 20 mandatory hours

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The Nevada bar has petitioned the state supreme court to require pro bono services, becoming the first state bar to make use of the concept. The proposal calls for 20 annual hours of pro bono services or a $500 contribution to an organization funding legal aid to the poor. Nevada's proposal is unique in allowing lawyers to meet their requirement with pro bono service to moderate-income people as well as the poor.

Laws, regulations and rules, Pro bono legal services, Nevada. State Bar

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Surviving life's trials; how to cope when working for extended periods far from family

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Copiing psychologically during lengthy business travel is discussed.For attorneys, lengthy absences tend to be due to long trials and tips for decreasing family-related stress during their absence are given.

United States, Psychological aspects, Business travel

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