Below are trusted sources of wellbeing, professional support, and sector‑specific development for colleagues working in university legal services. These organisations offer a mix of pastoral support, community connection, and practical tools to help you thrive in your role.
LawCare is the leading mental‑health and wellbeing charity for legal professionals in the UK. It offers free, confidential support and practical tools for anyone working in law.
Key resources include:
Confidential helpline, email, and live chat support
Peer support from trained volunteers
Fit for Law – free online courses on emotionally competent practice
Workplace wellbeing guides and toolkits
Articles, research, and practical advice
Website: https://www.lawcare.org.uk
The Law Society provides a broad range of wellbeing and professional‑practice resources for solicitors and in‑house lawyers.
Resources include:
Guidance on managing stress and workload
Support for junior lawyers and early‑career professionals
Inclusive workplace and mental‑health best practice
Articles on resilience, supervision, and healthy working cultures
Website: https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/topics/wellbeing
Examples include:
Junior Solicitors Network
LGBTQ+ Solicitors Network
Disabled Solicitors Network
Northern Ireland Young Solicitors Association
In‑house lawyers’ communities
Website: https://www.lawcare.org.uk/find-your-community
Crafty Counsel is a professional community for in‑house lawyers, offering practical insights, peer learning, and opportunities to connect with others across the sector. Its content and events focus on real‑world challenges, team culture, and the evolving role of in‑house legal teams.
Key resources include:
Practical video content and interviews with in‑house legal leaders
Peer‑to‑peer learning and community events
Articles on legal operations, career development, and team culture
Networking opportunities across the in‑house legal community
Themed series exploring challenges and innovations in legal practice
Website: https://craftycounsel.co.uk
The Centre for Legal Leadership (CLL) supports in‑house lawyers through guidance, thought leadership, and development opportunities. It focuses on helping legal professionals build capability, confidence, and community within their organisations.
Key resources include:
Guidance on leadership, management, and career progression
Articles and insights on in‑house practice and legal operations
Workshops, events, and development programmes
Resources for building effective legal teams
Networking and knowledge‑sharing across the in‑house community
Website: https://www.legalleadership.co.uk
The Law Society of Scotland offers a dedicated wellbeing hub with practical guidance, signposting and support for those working in legal services in Scotland. The hub covers mental health, workplace wellbeing, resilience and access to further help where needed.
These resources provide further support for legal professionals at all stages:
LawNet Wellbeing Hub
Articles, research, and practical tools on workplace wellbeing, stress management, and organisational culture.
Website: https://www.lawnet.co.uk/wellbeing
Mentors can draw on these materials to support conversations about wellbeing, confidence, and navigating legal‑sector pressures.
Mentees can use them to build resilience, understand the wider legal landscape, and access confidential support.
All members can explore these resources to strengthen their wellbeing, connect with wider legal networks, and access specialist guidance.
