NC LAP is a service of the North Carolina State Bar which provides free, confidential, non-disciplinary assistance to lawyers, judges and law students in addressing mental health issues, including problems with drugs or alcohol, and other life stresses which impair or may impair an attorney’s ability to effectively practice law. NC LAP assistance is designed to promote recovery, protect the public, prevent disciplinary problems for lawyers, and strengthen the profession.
Who We Help
What We Help With
Created by lawyers and judges for lawyers and judges, we understand firsthand the stressors encountered every day in the profession. LAP is uniquely positioned to assist across a range of issues through our lawyer and judge volunteers and licensed counselors. Some of the most common issues include:
- Alcohol or Drug Problems
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Compassion Fatigue
- Depression & Suicide
- Grief & Loss
- Over-Functioning
- Process Addictions
- Stress & Burnout
- Trauma
- Well-Being