Ep.5 | Elizabeth Rimmer | Can technology protect lawyers’ mental health?

In this episode of Brief Encounters, the exciting new podcast series, leading voice in legal AI and CEO of Juro, Richard Mabey, is joined by Elizabeth Rimmer. 

Elizabeth Rimmer, Chief Executive of LawCare, joined me to discuss the importance of mental health in the legal community and the challenges lawyers face. 

In May 2024, Juro ran a survey of 100+ in-house lawyers which found that over 50% had experienced burnout at some point in their career. Elizabeth and Richard discuss what has contributed to the worrying level of burnout in the legal profession and the need for leaders to create a supportive, safe environment for their teams.

The pair then dive into what the recent technological developments could mean for the legal profession, discussing how AI offers lawyers a unique opportunity to work smarter and regain time to support their mental health and wellbeing.

But is the legal profession prepared to change? 
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Key takeaways from this episode:

• The legal profession faces unique challenges when it comes to mental health, including the competitive and perfectionist nature of the work.
  
  
• Leaders in the legal industry should prioritize creating a supportive and psychologically safe environment for their teams.
  
  
• Remote working can have both benefits and risks for mental health, and organizations should find a balance that works for their employees.
  
  
• There is a need for greater awareness and action to address mental health issues in the legal profession.

LawCare's links:

Website: https://www.lawcare.org.uk/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lawcare/about/