Lawyer Assistance Programs by State

Every state has some form of a lawyers’ assistance group. These groups are run by attorneys for attorneys. While some lawyers are referred in disciplinary actions, many attorneys who have a thriving practice use and benefit from lawyer assistance programs. These programs are not just for attorneys in serious trouble; anyone can reach out.

Most lawyer assistance groups offer education, peer support, and support groups aimed at helping attorneys with a range of issues. These may include stress, addiction, mental health, and suicide prevention. Many offer confidential helplines for immediate support. Some also provide referrals to professional counseling services and even cover the cost of the first few sessions. If your state doesn’t have its own helpline, there are national and international resources available, including:

National Helpline for Judges Helping Judges (1-800-219-6474)
International Lawyers Alcoholics Anonymous
Institute for Well-Being in Law

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988 or through online chat any day, any time.

State Assistance Programs for Attorneys

The table below provides links and information for state organizations that provide support for attorneys. In many states, confidentiality is mandated by state law.

State Attorney Assistance Program	Services
Alabama Lawyer Assistance Program	Monitoring (voluntary) Peer support Mentorship Referrals Advocacy in disciplinary hearings
Alaska Lawyers’ Assistance Committee	Peer support Referrals
State Bar of Arizona Member Assistance Program	Peer support Attorney wellness CLEs Lawyer well-being resources
Arkansas Judges and Lawyer Assistance Program	Mental health assessments and referrals Short term counseling Health monitoring (voluntary) CLEs
California Lawyer Assistance Program	Professional mental health assessment Short term counseling Long-term support groups Career counseling Law student and bar applicant counseling
Colorado Lawyer Assistance Program	Well-being consultations Articles Peer support Ethics CLEs Well-being Task Force
Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers – Connecticut (LCL-CT)	Peer support Support group meetings Referrals
Delaware Lawyers’ Assistance Program	Initial assessment Interventions Peer support Structured rehabilitation Attorney support meetings Educational outreach
DC Bar Lawyer Assistance Program	Clinical assessment Short-term counseling Referrals Family and employer consultations Monitoring Mentorship Well-being guidance for employers and law schools
Florida Lawyers Assistance	Recommendations for conditional admission to the state bar Confidential assistance Articles and self-assessments Monitoring Mentorship Support groups
Georgia Lawyers Living Well Lawyer Assistance Program	24/7 hotline Individual counseling (six clinical sessions per year) Work/Life Program referrals
Hawaii Attorneys and Judges Assistance Program	Mental health assessment Referrals Peer support Alcohol, drug, and crisis intervention Support groups Meditation sessions Self-assessments
Idaho Lawyers Assistance Program	Mental health and addiction referrals Work coverage assistance for those entering a treatment program Guidance for re-entering the workplace
Illinois Lawyers’ Assistance Program	Consultation and assessment Weekly group meetings Virtual CLEs In-person presentations
Indiana Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program	Support groups Assistance via phone, email, or online form Referrals
Iowa Lawyers Assistance Program (ILAP)	Support groups Mental health and substance use assessments Referrals Interventions
Kansas Lawyers Assistance Program (KALAP)	Peer monitoring Referrals Short term counseling Modified interventions Resiliency groups CLE programs Guidance on closing a law office and other practice management issues
Kentucky Lawyer Assistance Program (KYLAP)	Interactive screening program Professional mental health assessment Lawyer recovery meetings Self-tests Financial assistance for mental health or substance use treatment
Louisiana Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program	Professional mental health consultations Intervention services Recovery monitoring Referrals
Maine Assistance Program for Lawyers and Judges	24/7 phone support Self-assessments Peer support Support groups
Maryland State Bar Association Lawyer Assistance Program	Virtual assessments Short-term counseling Financial assistance for mental health and substance abuse treatment Anonymous referrals
Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers Massachusetts	Individual mental health consultations Peer support groups Family member consultations
State Bar of Michigan Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program	Free consultations Short-term counseling Clinical assessments Virtual support groups Referrals Professional training
Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers Minnesota	Free professional counseling sessions (up to four) Peer support Interventions
The Mississippi Bar Lawyers & Judges Assistance Program	Peer support Intervention Monitoring Mental health and substance use assessments Referrals
The Missouri Bar Lawyer’s Assistance Program	Counseling Referrals to clinical support Crisis intervention Peer support Substance use support
State Bar of Montana Lawyer Assistance Program	24/7 confidential helpline Lawyers Helping Lawyers Network Mental health and substance use referrals Addiction recovery support group Mental health support group Women’s support group
Nebraska Lawyers Assistance Program	Confidential helpline CLEs Treatment referrals
Nevada Lawyer Assistance Program	Free initial consultations Therapist referrals Mental health counseling (three free sessions) Peer support
New Hampshire Lawyers Assistance Program	Confidential helpline Self-assessments Articles
New Jersey Lawyers Assistance Program	Confidential helpline Solo/small firm peer support group Women Attorney Peer Counselor group Depression support group for male attorneys Succession planning and other guidance for older attorneys
New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program	Professional substance abuse assessments Referrals Peer assistance Support groups Confidential helpline Interventions Recovery monitoring
New York State Bar Lawyer Assistance Program	24/7 hotline staffed by mental health professionals Referrals for up to four free counseling sessions Peer support groups Self-assessments
North Carolina Lawyer Assistance Program	Professional counseling Referrals Peer support Intervention Recovery monitoring
North Dakota Lawyer Assistance Program	Referral required (can self-refer) Individualized assistance plan
Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program	Substance abuse and mental health assessments CLEs Interventions Advice on treatment programs Recovery monitoring and aftercare
Oklahoma Bar Association Lawyer Helping Lawyers	Hotline staffed by mental health professionals Monthly discussion groups Free short-term counseling LHL Foundation grants can help pay for treatment or medication
Oregon Attorney Assistance Program	Free individual counseling Peer support groups Workshops/CLEs Guidance for concerned loved ones
Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers Pennsylvania	Confidential helpline Peer support Recovery support meetings Intervention assistance Treatment admissions
Rhode Island Bar Association Lawyers Helping Lawyers	24/7 helpline Up to eight professional counseling sessions Peer support Work-life programs
South Carolina Bar Lawyer Helping Lawyers	Peer support Five free confidential counseling sessions per year Treatment referrals Mental health and wellness CLEs Virtual recovery resources
South Dakota Lawyers Assistance	Free confidential mental health and substance use assessments Short-term counseling Peer support (Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers) Virtual Wellness Coffee Breaks SOLACE program for those experiencing a sudden loss Referrals to affiliate mental health centers
Tennessee Lawyers Assistance Program	Confidential assessments Peer support Critical incident debriefing Crisis stabilization Anonymous support groups
Texas Lawyers’ Assistance Program	24/7 confidential helpline Self-assessments Peer support groups Financial help for treatment through the Sheeran-Crowley Lawyer Wellness Trust
Utah State Bar Lawyers Helping Lawyers	Peer support CLEs
Vermont Bar Association Attorney Well-Being Resources	CLEs Helpline: 1-802-355-4352
Virginia Judges & Lawyers Assistance Program	24-hour confidential helpline Short and long-term counseling Crisis management Intervention assistance
Washington State Bar Association Member Wellness Program	Drop-in clinical sessions Group support sessions
West Virginia Judicial & Lawyer Assistance Program	Mental health helpline: (304) 553-7232 Free consultations and assessments Peer support groups Online recovery resources Recovery monitoring
Wisconsin Lawyers Assistance Program	Initial evaluations Referrals Mental health training Well-being presentations
Wyoming Lawyer Assistance Program	Confidential helpline: (307) 472-1222 Self-assessments WyLAP Foundation grants

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