January 27 Webinar - Nicotine and the Legal Profession: A High-Stakes, High-Stress Issue (Public Hea

January 27, 2026 11:00 AM MT
Nicotine use often shows up in high-pressure professions and the legal field is no exception. This free 1-hour CLE (available live and on-demand) is designed for Minnesota lawyers and law students who want a clearer understanding of nicotine dependence, its impact on well-being and performance, and what evidence-based help actually looks like.

Presented by the Public Health Law Center and Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers, in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Health, this program brings together public health, clinical expertise, and lawyer well-being support in one fast-paced session. You’ll learn:

• Why nicotine is so common—and so hard to quit: key trends in nicotine and commercial tobacco use, plus how industry targeting plays into use patterns
• What nicotine does to the body and brain: the physiology of addiction, health consequences, and how dependence can affect focus, stress, and day-to-day practice
• What works: the gold standard for treatment, including behavioral supports and approved medications

Whether you’re looking to reduce harm for yourself, support a colleague, or better understand nicotine dependence in the legal profession, this CLE offers straightforward information for a healthier, steadier practice under pressure.
Register today!