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President’s Brief
President’s Brief
Health & Wealth
By Faith C. Whittaker
I hope this Report finds you well and you are ready to take on
the New Year. Starting a new year is refreshing. It is a reset,
recharge, and a great time to set goals and embrace opportu-
nities. Many of us come up with New Year’s Resolutions to help
focus and accomplish various goals personally, professionally, and
financially. The CBA is here to help you meet these goals and here
are a few ideas:
Personally:
Focus on health and well-being.
In our field, the pressures are significant,
which has a direct impact on our health and
wellbeing. The field of law has had many substance abuse
and other mental health challenges. Consider joining the
CBA Health and Well Being Committee and getting more
involved in participating and planning events. Building
a healthy support system is key to mental health success.
Volunteering is great for mental health, as well. The CBA has
several opportunities to meet new peers and volunteer. They’re
currently seeking attorneys, law students, and judges to assist
with their Mock Trial in January and February. Visit their website
for information on the Mock Trial and Health and Well Being
Committee.
Financially:
Ensure your financial and estate
planning needs are in order.
It’s never too early, or late, to establish your financial goals.
This issue of the Report will educate you about the value of trusts
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(pg. 5) and remind you how important it is to establish the correct
trust to ensure your future, and/or your family's future. Another
feature article about the importance of financial wellness (pg. 8) is
a brilliant breakdown that teaches us to establish goals and focus
on the positive in the realm of money. It’s not about money, it’s
about setting attainable goals. Finally, former CBA member, Terry
Patterson, provides a refresher on lawyers’ trust accounts (pg. 10)
and raises interesting points that could spark a lively discussion
with your peers. Setting yourself up for success now can only lead
to bigger and better things to come.
Professionally:
Invest in new opportunities
for growth
The new year brings fresh opportunities for professional growth
within the legal community. Take that class you’ve been eyeing.
Master a new skill or program. Find a mentor or become a mentor
to a new associate. By expanding your practice, learning new
technologies, or focusing on niche areas of law, you can increase
revenue while advancing your career. The CBA is committed
to helping you navigate these opportunities with practice and
interest groups to help you grow your financial success in the
coming year.
Let’s embark on this new year with a commitment to well-
being, professional growth, and financial success. By setting clear
financial goals and making wise investments in our practices and
health, we can ensure that this year is successful. I hope to see you
all soon at an event or meeting and I wish you the best in 2025.
Faith C. Whittaker is a partner at Dinsmore and the 2024-2025 CBA president.