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March 10, 2026
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Lawyer Brains – The Impacts of Addictive Behaviors and Substance Abuse on Lawyer Decision-Making and Well-Being

10:00 am PT // 11:00 am MT // 12:00 pm CT // 1:00 pm ET

Is law a “healthy” profession? Studies continue to show attorneys battle addictive behaviors, substance abuse and social isolation at higher rates than the general public. Join Cooley Of Counsel Michelle Galloway for this session to understand the science of addictive behaviors and substance use disorders, as well as strategies for preventing or overcoming addictive behaviors and substance use.

Participants will learn:

  • Science of addictive behaviors and substance use disorders
  • Legal profession and relationship to addictive behaviors
  • Recognizing warning signs of addiction or substance use disorders
  • Strategies to prevent or overcome addiction and substance use disorder

For more information about the program, please email Kyle Javier.

Continuing legal education (CLE) credit

  • Attendees may earn up to 1.0 continuing legal education (CLE) credit for participating in this live event.
  • Specialty credit may be available depending on your jurisdiction.
  • Credit will not be granted for on-demand viewing.
  • Cooley LLP is an approved provider and can provide credit in CA, CO, IL, NY, PA and TX.
  • Cooley LLP is a sponsor and can apply for credit in FL, OH, VA and WA.
  • Credit in other jurisdictions may be available via reciprocity.

If you have specific CLE credit questions, please contact Cooley’s licensing and compliance team.

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Join Cooley to obtain your specialty credits in ethics, implicit bias, civility and competence and explore the most pressing legal, regulatory and governance issues shaping the year ahead.

For more information about the series, please email Kyle Javier.

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