In addition to providing confidential financial assistance to attorneys, the Foundation also underwrites the BAEC’s Member Assistance Program to provide attorneys access to mental health counseling, educational programs and other resources that support lawyer wellbeing. The Foundation also collaborates closely with the BAEC’s Lawyers Helping Lawyers program and Depression Support Group.
The Foundation partners with UB Law School and other community organizations to holistically support lawyer wellbeing. The Foundation sponsors continuing legal education programs for practicing lawyers and students. The Foundation generally does not provide direct financial aid to law students.