Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession

While many acknowledge the physical effects of alcohol, few realize the depressive effects that can interrupt your business and your life. In this report from On The Road at ABA Midyear Meeting 2018, host Laurence Colletti talks to Jeff Keister about functional alcoholism and why it’s important for lawyers to monitor their alcohol consumption. Jeff discusses the common cause of addiction within the legal profession, from culture to the idea that admitting to a problem shows weakness, and provides resources for those who are currently struggling with the effects of alcohol.   Jeff Keister is a partner at McAngus Goudelock & Courie. Keister has practiced civil litigation and complex litigation for over 14 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices