An Introduction to Suicide Prevention – For Lawyers

The program will discuss the impact of suicide, its prevalence within the legal community, how to identify contributing and protective factors, review warning signs, provide examples on how to start a conversation about suicide with someone you’re concerned about, and provide resources and support services for you and those you care about.
- May 28, 2025
- 12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
- 1.0
- 1.0
- Virtual Participation
12:00 p.m. – 12:05 p.m.
Welcome and Introduction
12:05 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
An Introduction to Suicide Prevention – For Lawyers
The program will discuss the impact of suicide, its prevalence within the legal community, how to identify contributing and protective factors, review warning signs, provide examples on how to start a conversation about suicide with someone you’re concerned about, and provide resources and support services for you and those you care about.
Speakers:
Christopher J. Tafone, Esq.
Volunteer Advocate and Board Member, Long Island, NY
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Jennifer Clayton
New York State Bar Association
Albany, NY
1.0 Credit in Areas of Professional Practice
12:55 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Q&A
- Christopher J. Tafone, Esq., Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP
- Jennifer Clayton, NYSBA
- Webinar
- 0QA11
- Lawyer Assistance Committee
- Committee on Attorney Well-Being
- Committee on Continuing Legal Education

