In the second episode of our three-part mental health series, journalist and social worker Eilene Zimmerman shares what she learned about substance use and addiction within the legal profession while writing her new book Smacked: A Story of White-Collar Ambition, Addiction, and Tragedy. The book revolves around Eilene’s shocking discovery that her ex-husband – a successful senior partner at a Silicon Valley law firm – died from a heart infection brought on by his intravenous drug use. To learn more about Smacked, and how to get your copy, visit Eilene’s website.
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Professional mentor and coach – and former trial lawyer – Ida Abbott shares her expertise about mentoring and sponsorship for lawyers. Topics discussed include: what mentoring is; the benefits of mentoring for both mentors and mentees; the key ingredients of a successful mentoring relationship; the difference between mentoring and sponsorship; and how to find a mentor/sponsor.
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