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As reported by the blog, Life at the Bar, Michael Cohen, the Executive Director of Florida Lawyers’ Assistance, cites several startling statistics in his presentation on substance abuse and mental health issues facing members of the Bar. Mr. Cohen (whom Nee Foundation Board Member Wynne Kelly has had the pleasure of hearing speak), is a dynamic individual who fearlessly and honestly shares his personal story of substance abuse to young lawyers. Mr. Cohen, in a speech heard by Life at the Bar a few years back, shared these statistics:

15-18% of attorneys will have substance abuse problem vs. 10% of general population.

Over 1/3 of attorneys say they are dissatisfied and would choose another profession if they could.

Attorneys have the highest rates of depression and suicide of any profession.

The entire post from Life at the Bar is available here.