Lawyers Assistance Program

The Lawyers Assistance Program (LAP) promotes the health and well-being of WSBA members. We provide: individual consultation for mental health and addictions issues; group counseling for job seekers and unemployed attorneys seeking support; and phone consultation for attorneys outside the Seattle area. We also provide education, outreach, resources, and referrals. All services are confidential according to (APR 19). We offer services to Washington state lawyers, judges, and law students.

LAP is committed to providing culturally competent services. Read more about our commitment to diversity.

Services We Offer

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Job Seeking Assistance

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Peer Advisor

Advice and Support from Other Attorneys

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Individual Consultation

Confidential consultation for attorneys

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Mindful Lawyering Group

Support and education for mindful lawyering

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Resources and Information

Mental Health Resources

Address the concerns that can hamper a career.

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Concerned About an Attorney?

Confidential advice and support is available

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Addiction Resources

Lawyers have some of the highest rates of alcohol and substance abuse.

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Self-Care Resources

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Law Office Management Assistance Program

Assistance with practice management and starting your practice

Judges Assistance Program

Career Center

Find Legal Help

Search for legal clinics and programs that can help you

Lending Library

Books on the job search, practice management, and more

Contact Us

800-945-9722, ext. 8268 | 206-727-8268

lap@wsba.org

If you are having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 911 or the Crisis Clinic Hotline at 866-427-4747.