Paula Frederick

Paula Frederick, General Counsel for the State Bar of Georgia, talks about the movement of the Lawyers Assistance Committee and the office of General Counsel over the years of her tenure away from a punishment-oriented, intervention and reporting model to a “get help first” model in which there is no pipeline from the Lawyers Assistance Committee to Discipline and a bias in favor of treatment and recovery. This is a 2023 copyrighted podcast of the Lawyers Living Well of the State Bar of Georgia. The Lawyers Living Well podcast seeks to provide a forum for the discussion of subjects pertaining to the mental, emotional, physical and social health of others and their personal experiences. The statements, views and opinions expressed herein are those of the authors/spokespersons and do not necessarily reflect those of State Bar of Georgia, its officers, Board of Governors, Sections, Committees or staff. Additionally, the information provided is not intended to serve as medical advice unless otherwise indicated. If you are seeking specific treatment plans and guidance, be sure to connect with licensed medical professional.