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Trial TestedAuthor: American College of Trial Lawyers
Trial Tested: A Podcast by the American College of Trial Lawyers presents enlightening discussions about life and law through interviews with prominent trial lawyers and significant figures in the world of trial law. From lead counsel in historic cases to justices of the court, you will hear from the people who have made an impact in the courtroom and in life. Hosted by Fellows of the College, Trial Tested aims to inspire trial attorneys to maintain and improve the standards of trial practice, professionalism, ethics and the administration of justice. Language: en Genres: Education Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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S13E5: The Science of Lawyer Wellbeing with Dr. Debra Austin
Episode 40
Thursday, 11 December, 2025
Trial lawyers live in a constant state of problem-solving, competition, and high stakes – exactly the kind of environment that can quietly push the brain into chronic fight-or-flight. In this episode, host Amy Gunn sits down with University of Denver law professor and lawyer-wellbeing expert Dr. Debra Austin, author of The Legal Brain, to unpack what stress actually does to the lawyer’s mind—and how to reverse the damage. Never Too Late newsletter: Never Too Late by Debra Austin JD, PhD | Substack Newsletter on how cats improve well-being: Cats Improve Well-being Newsletter on how dogs improve well-being: Gratitude for Dogs - Never Too Late by Debra Austin JD, PhD The Legal Brain: A Lawyer’s Guide to Well-being and Better Job Performance, is available at Barnes and Noble and Amazon.
