Overview:
During a recession or a period of RIFs and Retrenchment, dealing with loss and change, grieving the losses - from programs and departments to colleagues and locations - is critical for recovering resilience. In this webinar, participants will engage with vital tools: 1) learn the Four Keys of Psychological Hardiness, 2) discover burnout prevention steps to establish healthy boundaries, 3) develop or strengthen supportive relations, 4) do an honest, personal work-life inventory, and 5) grieve/explore new self-affirming options.
Finally, having Hi-Task and Hi-Touch Team Meetings is essential for dealing with the group/community loss and maintaining cohesion and morale.
Course Objective:
This course is designed to support legal professionals in navigating the complex psychological and organizational challenges that arise during periods of recession, retrenchment, and systemic change. Participants will develop psychological hardiness and practical tools to manage professional transitions, mitigate burnout, and respond constructively to loss and disruption. With a focus on resilience, creative problem-solving, and team collaboration, the course empowers legal practitioners to lead and adapt effectively-while maintaining high standards of client service and ethical practice across all areas of law.
Target Audience:
This course is designed for legal professionals at all levels and in all areas of practice-including litigation, transactional, corporate, criminal, family, public interest, and government law. It is particularly valuable for attorneys navigating demanding workloads, organizational transitions, or periods of economic uncertainty. Whether you are a law firm partner, associate, in-house counsel, solo practitioner, or legal support staff, this course offers essential tools for setting professional boundaries, maintaining work-life balance, preventing burnout, and enhancing resilience. It is also highly relevant for legal leaders seeking to foster healthier, more sustainable workplace cultures and improve overall team performance.
Basic Knowledge:
A desire to become more productive, positively self-centered, and self-resilient.