Webinars
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM (CST)
Burnout in the Legal Profession: Recognition, Response & Recovery
Burnout has reached critical levels in the legal profession—nearly 80% of legal professionals report experiencing burnout, and 40% have considered leaving the profession entirely due to stress. This presentation examines the occupational phenomenon of burnout, distinguishing it from everyday stress. Attendees will learn to recognize burnout warning signs in themselves and colleagues, understand the key differences between stress and burnout, and discover practical strategies for response and recovery.
Meghann L. St. Thomas is a trial attorney with over twenty years of experience advocating for those harmed by the negligence of others. Throughout her career, Meghann has represented plaintiffs in complex medical malpractice, wrongful death, catastrophic personal injury, sexual abuse, civil rights, and other complex litigation matters. Meghann’s commitment to trauma-informed practice led her to become a Certified Grief Educator, trained by David Kessler, and a Certified Resilience Professional through the Arizona Trauma Institute. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Arizona State University, expected May 2027, furthering her dedication to understanding trauma’s impact on clients and the legal profession. Meghann is admitted to practice in Arizona and California, serves on the Member Assistance Committee, and is a Mentor and Peer Support Volunteer for the State Bar of Arizona.
Please note the following:
1. This webinar is offered to current AALA members only as a part of the member benefits.
2. This program is being offered for CLE credit in each state and reporting will not occur until after the program.
3. Pre-registration and active participation during the program are required in order to receive credit.
4. AALA is seeking CLE approval from the most stringent states before the program and approval for all other states will be sought afterwards. AALA will do its best to seek CLE credit for all members who attend, but it is possible that some states may not approve the webinar.
5. CLE credit will not be offered to those who only watch the recorded version provided after the webinar on the member portal.
This webinar will be offered to AALA members only for continuing legal education credit. If you are not currently an AALA member but want access to this webinar, you can become a member here.
Members:
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