Lately, we’ve been talking with people who tell us they are holding their breath as the inauguration nears. Our profession has been on the front lines for legal and policy initiatives and responses as our society faces an unprecedented number of challenges. Lawyers quickly became involved in the necessary follow-up to the capitol insurrection. That engagement will grow and become more intense as … [Read more...]
2020 Thanksgiving Reflections
Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude but this holiday can be difficult for anyone struggling with early recovery, an illness, or dealing with loss. We hope you will reach out to LCL; we can offer you support. While the LCL office will be closed, our 24-hour hotline is always open and available to you. Our counseling partner, Sand Creek EAP, provides counselors to speak with you anytime, day or … [Read more...]
LCL Statement in Response to the Death of George Floyd
We join with others in our community in mourning the tragic death of George Floyd and its wake. Our hearts are heavy. Robert Benham, former Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court, noted that the first professions in society were, the clergy, who healed the spirit, the doctors, who healed the body, and the lawyers, who healed the community. The community needs us as healers now, but we must … [Read more...]