Mental Health and the Legal Profession

A U of T Law panel discussion

Presented by: Faculty of Law
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Join us for an insightful panel discussion with the contributors of The Right Not to Remain Silent: The Truth About Mental Health in The Legal Profession. This groundbreaking book features powerful memoirs of legal professionals across Canada who candidly share their experiences with mental health and addiction.

Moderated by a student mentor from the U of T Law Peer Mental Health Program, panelists will discuss the importance of mental health awareness, navigating mental health and wellness as a legal professional, and more.

Panelists

  • Beth Beattie, Senior Counsel, Ontario Ministry of Attorney General

  • Courtney Wilson, Associate, Rachlin & Wolfson LLP

  • Dan Stein, Criminal Lawyer

  • the Honourable Justice George R. Strathy (LLB 1974), Former Chief Justice of Ontario and President of the Court of Appeal for Ontario

  • Michael Herman, General Counsel, Gowling WLG

  • Orlando Da Silva (JD 1993), Chief Executive Officer, Administrative Tribunals Support Service of Canada

Please note for privacy reasons, this webinar will not be recorded and distributed. CPD accreditation has been requested. 


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