Pennsylvania LAP Roundup
Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania, Inc. (LCL) is Pennsylvania’s lawyer assistanc
e program, and founded in 1988 by a group of recovering lawyers and judges.
LCL operates through a network of 200 volunteeers, who are “lawyers, judges and law students in recovery from addiction and mental health or emotional problems”. They provide discreet assistance in person or over the phone to lawyers or those trying to help a lawyer in need.
Some services LCL provides include:
- Lawyer recovery meetings (based on the 12-step model)
- Case management services
- Free books & pamphlets on addiction, emotional issues, overeating, parenting, relationships, and more.
On LCL’s website, visitors will find self-tests for alcohol & drugs, problem gambling, stress & anxiety, and depression.
LCL’s confidential helpline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including holidays at 1-888-999-1941. LCL’s general administration line is 1-800-335-2572.
