Lawyers Depression Project Information

LDP is a non-profit that provides free and confidential virtual peer support for legal professionals worldwide experiencing anxiety, bipolar disorder, burnout, depression, eating disorders, loneliness, occupational abuse, trauma, sexual abuse, substance misuse, OCD, ADHD, and other mental and behavioral health conditions. If you are a lawyer, law student, paralegal, or legal admin, you can join LDP's supportive, stigma-free environment where you can speak with people who get it. LDP offers group chats, discussion forums, and 10+ monthly virtual meetings so you can find what is right for you. Studies have examined connections between law practice and depression, as well as higher usage rates of alcohol and substance abuse. Many legal professionals report feelings of anxiety, burnout, and isolation or loneliness in their work. With LDP, you can join a community of people who understand, no matter your mental health concern.