Family Law Cases Often Traumatic: Lawyers’ Mental Health Must Be Prioritised, Says Kings Counsel Barbara Mills

Kings Counsel Barbara Mills highlighted that family law cases frequently impose psychological stress on lawyers due to sensitive and high-conflict matters. She emphasized the need for mental health support, wellness programs, and institutional mechanisms to prevent burnout. The commentary calls for prioritizing lawyers’ mental well-being to ensure they can serve clients effectively while maintaining personal resilience and ethical practice.