A quarter of New Zealand lawyers considering leaving the profession due to burnout and trauma
A survey finds 53 percent of lawyers handle traumatic material, with many reporting severe burnout and physical illness.
A survey of New Zealand lawyers reveals significant mental health challenges in the profession. More than half report handling traumatic material in their work, with many experiencing severe burnout, insomnia, and physical illness. The findings suggest about a quarter of lawyers are considering leaving the profession as a result of these conditions.
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Trauma and heavy caseloads push a quarter of NZ lawyers toward the exit
Survey finds 53 percent of lawyers handle traumatic material, with many reporting severe burnout, insomnia, and physical illness