JLAP (Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program) is a comprehensive mental health and wellness assistance program based in Mandeville, LA. Established in 1992 by the Louisiana State Bar Association, JLAP provides confidential and life-saving assistance to judges, attorneys, law students, and their families who may be experiencing problems with alcohol or drug abuse, depression, anxiety, gambling, and other mental health issues. With a full-time professional clinical staff, JLAP offers immediate and confidential intervention services, aiming to facilitate early intervention and prevent severe consequences or disciplinary actions. Their reliable services reflect decades of experience and are designed to support the well-being and recovery of legal professionals.
JLAP's mission is to provide direct and confidential assistance for all mental health issues that members of the legal profession may encounter. They offer JLAP-approved evaluations, assessments, and treatment, as well as recovery monitoring or mental health monitoring to demonstrate solid recovery and minimize the risk of recidivism. Lawyers, judges, law students, and employers can rely on JLAP's expertise and support to address the unique challenges and pressures they face in their professional lives. With rates of depression and alcoholism among legal professionals being higher than the general population, JLAP is dedicated to promoting wellness, early intervention, and protecting the public from the potential harm caused by impaired judges and lawyers.
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