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Minnesota Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers (MNLCL) provides a Lawyers Assistance Program (LAP) for law students, lawyers, and judges. This program first and foremost offers help to those affected by alcohol, drug abuse, other addictions; depression and other mental illnesses; stress and other life-related problems; and any condition which negatively affects the quality of one’s life at work or at home.

MNLCL is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization composed of approximately 325 members state-wide, a volunteer board of directors, an Executive Director and an Assistant to the Director. The membership includes those who have been helped by the organization and others who are concerned for the well-being of law professionals. As a result, they are ready to help others by mentoring, providing support, and leading interventions.

MNLCL contracts for professional behavioral health assessments, short-term counseling and referral to higher levels of care when appropriate. The provider of these services is DOR. This organization employs trained and experienced professional counselors who can assess chemical, mental health and other behavioral health problems. These professionals also provide short-term counseling for issues which can be resolved within a few sessions. DOR staff refer when necessary to inpatient and outpatient programs, therapists, and medical staff who specialize in behavioral healthcare. Confidentiality is our hallmark.

MNLCL volunteers, as well as DOR counselors, lead support groups and therapy groups for MNLCL clients. MNLCL members mentor and support clients during stressful times of personal change, recovery, and return to successful practice.