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New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program

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Confidential mental health, alcohol and drug assistance for the health of the N.M. legal community.

09/14/2026

New Episode Alert!
In this episode, we spotlight the New Mexico Judicial Wellness Program, an initiative dedicated to supporting the overall well-being of New Mexico's judges. Created to promote mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health within the judiciary. The program recognizes that judges face unique pressures and challenges that can impact both their professional and personal lives. Listen now for FREE at www.sbnm.org/LWBApodcast.

07/20/2026

New Podcast Episode: Stress and Coping with the News: Staying Grounded on the Bench. Listen now for FREE at www.sbnm.org/LWBApodcast. In this episode of Legal Well-Being in Action, we explore the unique challenges judges can face in maintaining their well-being while serving on the bench. Honorable Judges Dustin Hunter, Cindy Leos and Sandra Engel come together for an honest conversation about balancing the weight of traumatic cases, the constant stream of political and national news, and the isolation that can come with judicial service. Together, they discuss practical strategies for managing stress, setting healthy boundaries with technology and media, staying present in the courtroom, and finding perspective through gratitude, reflection, exercise, and peer support. The conversation also highlights the importance of remembering the human side of the legal profession - both for judges and attorneys - and why personal wellness is an essential competency for delivering fairness, compassion and justice.

06/09/2026

New Podcast Episode: Trauma-Informed Care for the Legal Profession - Part 2. Listen now for FREE at www.sbnm.org/LWBApodcast. In Part 2 of this episode, the conversation deepens as Scott Patterson-Alatorre, Judge Mateo Page and Tenessa Eakins examine further how routine exposure to traumatic material can impact legal professionals’ decision-making, emotional well-being and overall performance.

The discussion continues to examine how trauma-informed principles can be meaningfully integrated into everyday legal practices and as human beings. Building on the foundation from Part 1, the discussion emphasizes the importance of shifting from reactive coping to intentional strategies that support individual well-being.

05/27/2026

The State Bar of New Mexico was proud to attend the Opportunity Judicial Clerkship Program kickoff luncheon, bringing together law students, judges, mentors and community partners in support of the next generation of legal professionals.

The program connects law students from the University of New Mexico School of Law and law schools across the country with judges for meaningful summer clerkship opportunities throughout New Mexico. Attendees included representatives from the New Mexico Supreme Court, the New Mexico Court of Appeals, the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico and community partners committed to fostering professional growth and expanding opportunities within the legal profession.

Pictured are State Bar of New Mexico President Allison H. Block-Chavez and Equity in Justice Program Director Amanda Parker.

We wish all participating students a successful and rewarding summer as they gain valuable experience serving alongside members of the judiciary.

05/19/2026

New Podcast Episode! Trauma - Informed Care for the Legal Profession - Part 1 🎧 Listen for FREE at www.sbnm.org/LWBApodcast. In Part 1 of this episode, our speakers explore the critical role of trauma-informed care within the legal profession. Featuring Scott Patterson-Alatorre, Judge Mateo Page and Tenessa Eakins, the conversation examines how routine exposure to traumatic material can impact legal professionals’ decision-making, emotional well-being and overall performance.

The speakers highlight a pervasive gap in recognition and support, noting that many in the legal field navigate the psychological weight of their work sometimes without adequate resources or acknowledgment. They discuss how cumulative exposure to trauma can contribute to decision fatigue, diminished empathy, and burnout - ultimately affecting both practitioners and the clients they serve.

The episode also offers practical, actionable strategies, encouraging professionals to develop greater self-awareness of their emotional responses, implement containment techniques and establish clear boundaries between their professional and personal lives.

STAY TUNED FOR PART 2 - AIRING ON JUNE 9!

05/08/2026

Happy Friday! 🌼

As Well-Being Week in Law comes to a close, today’s focus is emotional well-being and tending joy. Whether it is practicing joy daily, creating meaningful rituals or trying something new, small moments of intention can help us feel more connected, grounded and fulfilled.

Thank you for celebrating well-being with us this week. Let’s keep tending joy beyond today!

View the Well-Being Week in Law calendar: https://lawyerwellbeing.net/well-being-week-in-law/

05/07/2026

🌼 Today’s theme for Well-Being Week in Law is CONNECT: Social Well-Being. Building meaningful connections with colleagues, friends, family and community can strengthen well-being, reduce loneliness and fuel joy both inside and outside the workplace.

Today’s well-being nudges encourage legal professionals to:
• Find your people and strengthen meaningful connections
• Bring people together through joyful gatherings
• Take intentional steps toward tending joy and connection

View the full Well-Being Week in Law calendar and daily activities here: Well-Being Week in Law calendar

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05/06/2026

🌼 It’s Wednesday of Well-Being Week in Law, and today’s theme is “Engage & Grow: Career & Intellectual Well-Being.”

Today’s well-being nudges encourage legal professionals to unplug, rediscover joy at work and make time for creativity, connection and personal growth. Whether that means reading a book, taking a walk, creating art or building stronger connections with colleagues, small moments of joy can make a meaningful impact.

Swipe through today’s prompts and activities designed to help tend joy and support overall well-being in the legal profession. 🌸

View the full Well-Being Week in Law calendar here: https://lawyerwellbeing.net/well-being-week-in-law/

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05/05/2026

🌸 Well-Being Week in Law: Tuesday Focus

Today’s theme is Align: Spiritual Well-Being — a reminder to slow down, reflect and reconnect with what brings meaning and joy.

Try today’s well-being nudge: practice gratitude in action. Be present, listen deeply, look for ways to support others and take time to notice moments of beauty, humor and connection throughout your day. Even small acts can make a lasting impact.

Looking for another way to participate? Spread joy in five new ways today — whether it’s supporting a colleague, helping a client or reaching out to a friend. Thoughtful actions, especially outside your routine, can boost both connection and well-being.

Explore the full Well-Being Week schedule: https://lawyerwellbeing.net/well-being-week-in-law/

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05/04/2026

Today marks the start of Well-Being Week in Law 💪🌸

Start your week strong by moving your body and lifting your mood. Whether it is a walk, a workout or time outdoors, physical activity can boost energy, reduce stress and support overall well-being.

Try something new today, challenge yourself and make space for connection. Even a small step can build resilience and spark joy.
Swipe for today’s well-being nudge and take a moment to tend to your joy 🌼

Address

5121 Masthead Street NE
Albuquerque, NM
87109

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15057976093

Website

http://www.sbnm.org/nmlap

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