Law In Distress

Get Help

For lawyers and judges

If you need immediate or urgent help please call one of the following numbers: 

  1. 111 (emergency)
  2. 1737 - text or call anytime for support from a trained counselor
  3. Lifeline - 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE) or free text 4357 (HELP)
  4. Suicide Crisis Helpline - 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) 
  5. Healthline - 0800 611 116 
  6. Samaritans - 0800 726 666 

Additional support for lawyers

Lawyers who are members of the Law Society can access up to 6 fully funded counselling sessions through Vitae

To talk to a counsellor: 

  1. Freephone 0508 644 981 
  2. Complete the online referral form: https://www.vitae.co.nz/contact/counselling-form/  
  3. Download the Vitae NZ app from the App Store or Google Play

Below are also support services provided by the Law Society for workplace harassment and other sensitive work-related matters including ethical dilemmas and workplace issues

  1. LawCare free phone line: 0800 0800 28 

This is a phone line that operates Monday - Friday and has been set up to provide support and guidance for those who have suffered workplace harassment

  1. National Friends Panel members who deal with sensitive matters https://www.lawsociety.org.nz/professional-practice/practising-well/national-friends-panel/