Web watch: Mental Health Links for Lawyers

10/10/2007

Yesterday, New South Wales Attorney General John Hatzistergos launched a new web site called Mental Health Links for Lawyers.�

The web site, which�is a project of the Criminal Justice Research Network(CJRN), acts as a ready reference for legal practitioners whose clients or colleagues may need urgent assistance for a mental health problem. Resources include the _Mental Health First Aid Manual, _the _Checklist in Defended Local Court Hearings, _a variety of NSW Government sponsored helplines and databases of service providers. Visit the web site >

The Bar Association is a co-sponsor of Mental Health Links for Lawyers.

10 October 2007