A frank conversation about wellness and "doing the work" from the Executive Director of the State Bar of Georgia and past president of the Bar’s Young Lawyers Division and former member of the Bar’s Board of Governors and Executive Committee.  To listen to this and other wellness podcasts, please go to the link:  https://www.gabar.org/wellness/media.cfm  #lawyerslivingwell #useyour6 

This is a 2022 copyrighted podcast of the Lawyers Living Well of the State Bar of Georgia. The Lawyers Living Well podcast seeks to provide a forum for the discussion of subjects pertaining to the mental, emotional, physical and social health of others and their personal experiences. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the authors/spokespersons and do not necessarily reflect those of State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, Sections, Committees or staff. Additionally, the information provided is not intended to serve as medical advice unless otherwise indicated. If you are seeking specific treatment plans and guidance, be sure to connect with licensed medical professional.

Damon Elmore

In this episode, host Sarah Young interviews Judge Rizza O'Connor, Bryant & O'Connor Law Firm about what makes a good lawyer as it pertains to service.

This is a 2022 copyrighted podcast of the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia. The Good Lawyers podcast seeks to provide a forum for discussing subjects about the legal profession and improving the quality of legal services, as well as other matters of general interest to Georgia lawyers. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, the Young Lawyers Division, or staff.

Season 3 | Ep. 5: Like Superheroes, Lawyers Are Helpers

In this episode, host Sarah Young interviews Justice Andrew A. Pinson, Supreme Court of Georgia about what makes a good lawyer as it pertains to service. They discuss different avenues to serve your community and the benefits to the client as well as the lawyer. 

This is a 2022 copyrighted podcast of the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia. The Good Lawyers podcast seeks to provide a forum for discussing subjects about the legal profession and improving the quality of legal services, as well as other matters of general interest to Georgia lawyers. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, the Young Lawyers Division, or staff.

Season 3 | Ep. 6: Look for Ways to Lead in Service

In this President-to-President episode, YLD President, Brittanie Browning, interviews State Bar President, Hon. J. Antonio "Tony" DelCampo, partner at DelCampo Grayson Lopez LLC about his experience with service and how it has shaped his legal career. 

This is a 2022 copyrighted podcast of the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia. The Good Lawyers podcast seeks to provide a forum for discussing subjects about the legal profession and improving the quality of legal services, as well as other matters of general interest to Georgia lawyers. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, the Young Lawyers Division, or staff.

Season 3 | Ep. 7: Serving Your Clients and Your Community

In this episode, host Sarah Young interviews Hon. J. Wade Padgett, Columbia Circuit Superior Court, recently appointed to the Court of Appeals about what makes a good lawyer as it pertains to service. They also discuss how serving the profession sparked the creation of The Good Judge-ment Podcast with Tain Kell, Cobb Circuit-retired). 

This is a 2022 copyrighted podcast of the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia. The Good Lawyers podcast seeks to provide a forum for discussing subjects about the legal profession and improving the quality of legal services, as well as other matters of general interest to Georgia lawyers. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, the Young Lawyers Division, or staff.

Season 3 | Ep. 8: The Duty to Share Your Knowledge

In this episode, host Sarah Young interviews Richard E. Harris, Director, High School Mock Trial Program, State Bar of Georgia about the Georgia High School Mock Trial Competition, and the importance of service.

This is a 2022 copyrighted podcast of the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia. The Good Lawyers podcast seeks to provide a forum for discussing subjects about the legal profession and improving the quality of legal services, as well as other matters of general interest to Georgia lawyers. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, the Young Lawyers Division, or staff.

District Competition is March 2-3 
Sign-up to judge here: https://bit.ly/3wi1rTk

State Finals are March 22-24   
Sign-up to judge here: https://bit.ly/3OM3OnY

Season 3 | Ep. 9: The Good Lawyer Talks High School Mock Trial Competition

In this episode, host Sarah Young interviews Ashley Akins and Caroline Scalf, YLD Legal Food Frenzy Committee Co-Chairs; Associates Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP about the Georgia Legal Food Frenzy Competition. They discuss the benefits of the program, how to get involved and this year's mission to raise a million dollars.

This is a 2022 copyrighted podcast of the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia. The Good Lawyers podcast seeks to provide a forum for discussing subjects about the legal profession and improving the quality of legal services, as well as other matters of general interest to Georgia lawyers. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, the Young Lawyers Division, or staff.

Registration for the 13th Annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy is open! 

Sign-up here: https://galegalfoodfrenzy.org/

Season 3 | Ep. 10: The Good Lawyer Talks Legal Food Frenzy

In this Lawyers Living Well episode, Lawyer Assistance Program Chair Lynn Garson interviews Eric Lang, a prominent Atlanta business litigator who, through life experience and in-depth research, has become one of the leading voices on the interaction between mental health and the practice of law.

This is a 2024 copyrighted podcast* of the Lawyers Living Well podcast of the State Bar of Georgia. 
The Lawyers Living Well podcast seeks to provide a forum for the discussion of subjects pertaining to the mental, emotional, physical and social health of others and their personal experiences. Highlighting the crucial link between prioritizing wellness and achieving a successful legal practice aligns with the State Bar’s mission to enhance the quality of legal services. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the authors/spokespersons and do not necessarily reflect those of State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, Sections, Committees or staff. Content for the Attorney Wellness Committee is provided by committee members of the State Bar of Georgia Attorney Wellness Committee. Additionally, the information provided is not intended to serve as medical advice unless otherwise indicated. If you are seeking specific treatment plans and guidance, be sure to connect with licensed medical professional.
 
*This episode references bar admissions. Please note that the State Bar of Georgia is not involved in bar admissions. The Supreme Court of Georgia Office of Bar Admissions decides matters of fitness and bar admission.

Eric Lang

In this episode, Lawyer Assistance Program Chair, Lynn Garson, interviews Simon Malko, a commercial litigator and managing partner of Morris Manning & Martin. Malko reflects on his own journey to mental health advocacy and provides insight into his firm’s on site therapy program, noting that “my hope is that we can get the word out. I'm happy to give away this professional advantage. My hope is that every firm can do this.”

This is a 2024 copyrighted podcast of the Lawyers Living Well podcast of the State Bar of Georgia. The Lawyers Living Well podcast seeks to provide a forum for the discussion of subjects pertaining to the mental, emotional, physical and social health of others and their personal experiences. Highlighting the crucial link between prioritizing wellness and achieving a successful legal practice aligns with the State Bar’s mission to enhance the quality of legal services. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the authors/spokespersons and do not necessarily reflect those of State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, Sections, Committees or staff. Content for the Attorney Wellness Committee is provided by committee members of the State Bar of Georgia Attorney Wellness Committee. Additionally, the information provided is not intended to serve as medical advice unless otherwise indicated. If you are seeking specific treatment plans and guidance, be sure to connect with licensed medical professional.

Simon Malko

A production of the State Bar of Georgia’s Attorney Wellness Committee and Lawyer Assistance Program. Lawyers Living Well is a resource for all things wellness, just for lawyers.

This is a 2024 copyrighted podcast of the Lawyers Living Well podcast of the State Bar of Georgia. The Lawyers Living Well podcast seeks to provide a forum for the discussion of subjects pertaining to the mental, emotional, physical and social health of others and their personal experiences. Highlighting the crucial link between prioritizing wellness and achieving a successful legal practice aligns with the State Bar’s mission to enhance the quality of legal services. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the authors/spokespersons and do not necessarily reflect those of State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, Sections, Committees or staff. Content for the Attorney Wellness Committee is provided by committee members of the State Bar of Georgia Attorney Wellness Committee. Additionally, the information provided is not intended to serve as medical advice unless otherwise indicated. If you are seeking specific treatment plans and guidance, be sure to connect with licensed medical professional.

Damon Elmore

Lawyers Living Well

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