Advancing Lawyer Well-Being in Massachusetts

For more than six years, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Standing Committee on Lawyer Well-Being worked to improve the health, well-being, and sustainability of the legal profession throughout the Commonwealth.

Effective June 30, 2026, the Standing Committee concluded its work. Its purpose was never to exist forever, but to launch a movement, build a foundation for lasting change, and equip the profession with the research, partnerships, and tools to carry this work forward. The Committee has concluded, but the work continues.

We hope the reports, resources, and recommendations shared here will continue to support those committed to creating a healthier legal profession for generations to come.

Thank you to the hundreds of volunteers, judges, attorneys, bar leaders, educators, researchers, and organizations whose dedication made this work possible.

Download the Capstone Report

A comprehensive summary of the Committee's work, accomplishments, recommendations, and future opportunities.

Committee Legacy

Over six years, the Standing Committee:

  • Conducted groundbreaking research on lawyer well-being and the Massachusetts legal profession.

  • Developed statewide programs, including the Massachusetts Attorney Mentoring Program.

  • Convened lawyers, judges, educators, and legal employers through conferences, summits, and educational programs.

  • Advanced judicial, legal education, and workplace well-being initiatives across the Commonwealth.

  • Supported policy and systems changes to promote a healthier, more sustainable legal profession.

  • Fostered collaboration among courts, bar associations, law schools, and legal organizations.

  • Established Massachusetts as a national leader in lawyer well-being.

Continuing the Work

Lawyer well-being is a shared responsibility.

Although the Standing Committee has concluded its work, we encourage courts, bar associations, legal employers, law schools, and individual lawyers to continue advancing a profession where lawyers can thrive while providing excellent service to clients and the public.

Many organizations throughout Massachusetts continue to provide valuable support for lawyers, including:

Reports & Resources

Contact

The Standing Committee is no longer active.

For questions regarding previously published Committee reports or resources, please contact:

Board of Bar Overseers
Heidi Alexander
Director of People, Culture, and Inclusion
h.alexander@massbbo.org