An Interview with Attorney Marcus Sandifer

Lynn Garson, chair of the Lawyer Assistance Program Committee, sits down with attorney Marcus Sandifer over Zoom to discuss how the aftermath of George Floyd’s death and ensuing protests against systemic racism are impacting attorneys’ mental health, on top of the continuing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Sandifer is in his fourth year of practice at DLA Piper. A graduate of the Emory University School of Law, he served as director of Community Service for the National Black Law Students Association, vice chair of the Law Student Division for the American Bar Association and vice president of the Emory Law Student Bar Association. At Emory, he was a Sutherland Scholar and Deans Fellow, received the Deans Award for service and was recognized as the Most Outstanding 3L at Commencement. He can be reached at [email protected]. Learn more about the Lawyer Assistance Program (available to members of the State Bar of Georgia only) at www.gabar.org/lap and Lawyers Living Well at www.lawyerslivingwell.org. This is a 2020 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.