Imposter Syndrome in the Legal Field

Imposter syndrome, also called perceived fraudulence, involves persistent feelings of self-doubt and personal incompetence. This program will discuss how imposter system impacts legal professionals and what lawyers can do to overcome it. Topics covered include: I. Imposter Syndrome: What Is It? II. Impacts of Imposter Syndrome on Attorneys and our ability to uphold the Rules of Professional Conduct III. The Role of Gender and Racial Bias in Creating Imposter Syndrome IV. Practical Guidance for Overcoming Imposter Syndrome V. How to Support Attorneys Battling Imposter Syndrome VI. The confidential, safe, free, and supportive resources available through Lawyers Assistance Programs VII. The speaker's personal Experience of Struggling with Imposter Syndrome