Melissa Barnaby

Melissa Barnaby

Melissa is an Account Director at Circles U.S., having over 20 years’ experience in product management, production and client relations. A standout in process efficiency, she has led initiatives to document processes, streamline workflows and enhance organizational effectiveness. Melissa’s familiarity with the legal industry and its unique challenges, combined with a keen eye for process improvement, supports both compliance and smarter, faster outcomes.

How law firms can stay resilient in a volatile 2025

In 2025, law firms are navigating unprecedented political and cultural pressures from executive actions and DEI scrutiny, to internal morale challenges. Learn key strategies to support teams, maintain legal independence and strengthen resilience in a volatile environment.

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The true impact of burnout in the legal sector

Burnout in the legal sector is a prevalent and increasing issue. 92% of lawyers have faced stress or burnout and 25% are experiencing it daily. The impact on individuals is often long-lasting, with negative effects reported on 83% of workers’ personal relationships.

Legal

February 1, 2023

The cascading effects of burnout in law firms

Burnout in the legal industry is making headlines, often framed around personal tolls or firm costs. Read on to see what’s still overlooked and its broader, organization-wide impact.

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