To me, law firms are their people. And you have to take care of your people, particularly in moments of crisis. Supporting your lawyers is supporting your clients.
— Casey Ryan, Reed Smith’s head of legal personnel, commenting on the importance of law firms investing heavily into mental health. Reed Smith has expanded upon its mental health initiatives during the coronavirus pandemic, noting that it’s imperative for law firms to help their attorneys and staff in their time of need.
Staci Zaretsky is a senior editor at Above the Law, where she’s worked since 2011. She’d love to hear from you, so please feel free to email her with any tips, questions, comments, or critiques. You can follow her on Twitter or connect with her on LinkedIn.