Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude but this holiday can be difficult for anyone struggling with early recovery, an illness, or dealing with loss. We hope you will reach out to LCL; we can offer you support. While the LCL office will be closed, our 24-hour hotline is always open and available to you. Our counseling partner, Sand Creek EAP, provides counselors to speak with you anytime, day or … [Read more...]
Intervention for Our Son
Through the help of two lawyer friends 25 years ago, I stopped drinking. I’m so grateful for my life of sobriety. Out of this gratitude arose a willingness to serve in several volunteer positions within LCL over these many years. I was reasonably knowledgeable about alcoholism, but my wife and I felt totally helpless to reach our son who followed the same sad path I had been on. My stress level … [Read more...]
I Found Myself On the Other Side of the Law
I was a public attorney who found myself on the other side of the law due to a highly-publicized drug arrest. I spent the weekend in jail before being arraigned by a clerk who was a friend, tears rolling down her cheeks. The arrest led to a drawn-out legal battle, employment issues, and the potential of losing my attorney’s license. As part of my treatment, my counselor recommended that I get in … [Read more...]