Scott R. Mote, Esq.
It is time to start asking uncomfortable questions: How to help someone who might be suicidal
Suicide is serious. It is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, and legal professionals are not immune.
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Aug 9
- 6 min
Is it time to help someone retire?
A sharp mind is crucial to our jobs as legal professionals. How do we know when it is time to retire?
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Jul 6
- 5 min
The power of asking “Are you ok?”
Asking a person “Are you ok?” shows the person that you cared enough to ask.
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Nov 19, 2021
- 4 min
The importance of gratitude
Instead of focusing on the things we don’t have or the challenges in our lives, it is important to make gratitude a part of our routine.
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Judge Jeffrey Froelich, Retired
- Feb 8, 2021
- 5 min
Just Do It
By Judge Jeffrey Froelich, Retired As lawyers and judges, we have been trained to “think like a lawyer,” to reason out problems and to...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Jul 30, 2020
- 4 min
5 things judges need to know about reacting
Reactions occur constantly in our lives: in meetings, in conversations, while we drive, in relationships. Be aware of your reactions.
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Jul 7, 2020
- 4 min
How to save a life
If your friend, colleague, or family member were slowly dying from a substance use disorder or a mental health issue, what would you do?
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Mar 3, 2020
- 4 min
5 things lawyers need to know about reacting
As you react to life, think about the following tips, and there’s a good chance that others will perceive you in a positive manner.
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Jun 19, 2019
- 4 min
Are you a lawyer who helps other lawyers?
We throw these words around—words such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD—but do we understand their meanings?
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Mar 5, 2019
- 4 min
Networking: Its role in attorney wellbeing
If you find yourself struggling with the art of networking, follow these tips.
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Feb 15, 2019
- 4 min
Coping with aging parents
How do you manage your home life, your work life and your parent’s life without getting depressed and burned out?
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
- Feb 8, 2018
- 3 min
Lawyers in love: How to balance work and relationships
As a lawyer, how do you ensure you are committing enough energy to your significant other?
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