286. Are Women Lawyers Facing Burnout and Anxiety in Their Careers?

Jan 30, 2025

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In this episode of "The Free Lawyer," host Gary, a seasoned lawyer with 46 years of experience, converses with Elena Deutsch, the founder of "Women Interested in Leaving Law" (WILL). Established in 2017, WILL aims to help women lawyers achieve fulfilling careers and lives. The discussion delves into the unique challenges of mindset, setting boundaries, and community support. She shares success stories and practical advice, encouraging women lawyers to align their careers with their personal values and aspirations.

Elena Deutsch, MPH is committed to helping lawyers create careers and lives they love. She founded WILL in 2017 after seeing many women lawyers give their whole lives over
to work, leaving them depleted and unfulfilled. She’s helped over 100 lawyers create careers that include freedom, flexibility and fulfillment, either in law or out. Her work has been featured in The American Lawyer, Bloomberg Big Law Business, Above the Law, and The Wall Street Journal.
She regularly leads workshops for organizations such as the DC Bar, NY County Lawyers Association and the New York City Bar Association.

Challenges Faced by Women Lawyers (00:04:45)
Financial Concerns in Leaving Law (00:05:31)
Helping Lawyers Avoid Trauma (00:09:24)
Mindset Shifts in Clients (00:10:00)
Unique Strengths of Women Lawyers (00:11:42)
Fear of Losing Income (00:13:31)
Aligning Values for Fulfillment (00:15:30)
Breaking Through Career Barriers (00:17:16)
Dealing with External Judgments (00:19:09)
Importance of Community in WILL (00:21:17)
Women Supporting Women (00:21:40)
Inspiration from Success Stories (00:22:32)
Boundary Setting Framework (00:27:14)
Effective Communication of Boundaries (00:28:45)
Clients Choosing to Stay (00:32:24)
Impact on Families (00:34:08)
Independent Coaching Benefits (00:34:49)

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