WHAT IS THE LAWYER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM?
The Lawyer Assistance Program (LAP) was formed to help lawyers in need in Suffolk County, NY. This program was made possible in part by a grant from The New York Bar Foundation.
To make a tax deductible donation please make your check payable to and send to:
SCBA Lawyer Assistance Foundation, 560 Wheeler Road, Hauppauge, NY 11788
or call to contribute by credit card.
The Lawyer Assistance Program currently provides a range of services to lawyers, judges, law students, and their immediate family members who are struggling with alcohol or drug abuse, depression, anxiety, stress, as well as other addictions and mental health issues. Services are free and strictly confidential via Section 499 of the Judiciary Law and the Rule of Professional Conduct.
LAP Services Offered:
- Assistance for Attorneys in Crisis
- Consultation
- Evaluation/Assessment
- Supportive Counseling
- Weekly Recovery Support Group
- Annual 12-Step Retreat
- Wellness Workshops
- Intervention and Motivational Support
- Treatment Referrals
- Manage Caseload in the Event of Death
Confidential help is available at: 631.234.5578
Email: lawyerassistance@scba.org
For 24/7 assistance contact NYSBA at: 877-772-8835
Take the Lawyer Assistance Program Self-Test Here
12-STEP RECOVERY MEETING FOR LEGAL PROFESSIONALS
TUESDAYS AT 6:00 P.M.
150 Motor Parkway, Suite 119, Hauppauge NY
or VIRTUAL
email lawyerassistancemeeting@gmail.com for the Zoom link
Questions?
Call Executive Director Cindy Doerler, (631) 234-5511 x 231
*This program was made possible in part by a grant from The New York Bar Foundation.
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