Women in the House Network 2026 Legal Updates
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 06/10/2026 at 10:00 AM (EDT)
This is a two-part series exploring the critical connection between lawyer well-being and professional responsibility. The presentation reviews current research on the high rates of stress, burnout, and mental health challenges within the legal profession, and examines how these factors can impair judgment, communication, and overall competence.
This is a two-part series exploring the critical connection between lawyer well-being and professional responsibility. The presentation reviews current research on the high rates of stress, burnout, and mental health challenges within the legal profession, and examines how these factors can impair judgment, communication, and overall competence.
Participants will gain insight into how chronic stress affects cognitive functioning and decision-making, as well as the role of perfectionism in driving overwork, anxiety, and reduced effectiveness. The series also introduces the concept of self-compassion as a practical, evidence-based tool to counterbalance perfectionism and support resilience.
In addition, the presentation highlights mindfulness strategies and concrete self-care practices designed to improve focus, emotional regulation, and performance in high-pressure legal environments. By reframing mental health as a core component of ethical practice rather than a personal issue, this series offers attorneys accessible, actionable tools to support both their well-being and their professional effectiveness.
View the May 13 Recording of Part 1!
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Valerie Fayle, JD, CPRS, LMSW
Associate Addictions Counselor
The Menninger Clinic
Although Valerie Fayle, JD, CPRS, LMSW, has more than 20 years of experience as a lawyer, she now serves as an associate addictions counselor at The Menninger Clinic, where she previously served as a peer recovery specialist. She has been in recovery for more than 10 years and was the recipient of the 2019 Spirit of Social Work Award.
She earned an undergraduate degree in History and Politics from Washington & Lee University, and a law degree from the South Texas College of Law. Valerie is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Lawyers Assistance Program and Texas Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers.
Sonia Roschelli, LCSW-S, LCDC
Director of Addictions and Recovery Services
The Menninger Clinic
Sonia Roschelli, LCSW-S, LCDC, is director of Addictions and Recovery Servicesat Menninger. She has expertise in evidence-based practices for co-occurring disorders and is skilled in working with adolescents, adults and families at inpatient and outpatient levels of care. Sonia has completed advanced training in acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing and other mindfulness and self-compassion-based approaches to treatment.
Roschelli is a member of the National Association of Social Workers, Texas Association of Addiction Professionals and NAADAC, the Association for Addictions Professionals. She has given presentations locally and nationally about treating co-occurring disorders and mindfulness and acceptance-based approaches to treatment.
Emily Pyle, LPC-S
Program Manager
Menninger 360
A manager with Menninger 360, Emily Pyle, LPC-S, offers a collaborative, strengths-based, person-centered therapeutic approach. She helps empower and equip individuals and families with the confidence and skills that they need to achieve positive mental health and sustainable wellness in all dimensions of their lives. Emily has worked with individuals and families of diverse ages, backgrounds and presenting problems in hospital, school and community settings.
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This is a two-part series exploring the critical connection between lawyer well-being and professional responsibility. The presentation reviews current research on the high rates of stress, burnout, and mental health challenges within the legal profession, and examines how these factors can impair judgment, communication, and overall competence.
This is a two-part series exploring the critical connection between lawyer well-being and professional responsibility. The presentation reviews current research on the high rates of stress, burnout, and mental health challenges within the legal profession, and examines how these factors can impair judgment, communication, and overall competence.
Participants will gain insight into how chronic stress affects cognitive functioning and decision-making, as well as the role of perfectionism in driving overwork, anxiety, and reduced effectiveness. The series also introduces the concept of self-compassion as a practical, evidence-based tool to counterbalance perfectionism and support resilience.
In addition, the presentation highlights mindfulness strategies and concrete self-care practices designed to improve focus, emotional regulation, and performance in high-pressure legal environments. By reframing mental health as a core component of ethical practice rather than a personal issue, this series offers attorneys accessible, actionable tools to support both their well-being and their professional effectiveness.
Join us for part 2 on June 10!
Join the Conversation:
Valerie Fayle, JD, CPRS, LMSW
Associate Addictions Counselor
The Menninger Clinic
Although Valerie Fayle, JD, CPRS, LMSW, has more than 20 years of experience as a lawyer, she now serves as an associate addictions counselor at The Menninger Clinic, where she previously served as a peer recovery specialist. She has been in recovery for more than 10 years and was the recipient of the 2019 Spirit of Social Work Award.
She earned an undergraduate degree in History and Politics from Washington & Lee University, and a law degree from the South Texas College of Law. Valerie is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Lawyers Assistance Program and Texas Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers.
Sonia Roschelli, LCSW-S, LCDC
Director of Addictions and Recovery Services
The Menninger Clinic
Sonia Roschelli, LCSW-S, LCDC, is director of Addictions and Recovery Servicesat Menninger. She has expertise in evidence-based practices for co-occurring disorders and is skilled in working with adolescents, adults and families at inpatient and outpatient levels of care. Sonia has completed advanced training in acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing and other mindfulness and self-compassion-based approaches to treatment.
Roschelli is a member of the National Association of Social Workers, Texas Association of Addiction Professionals and NAADAC, the Association for Addictions Professionals. She has given presentations locally and nationally about treating co-occurring disorders and mindfulness and acceptance-based approaches to treatment.
Emily Pyle, LPC-S
Program Manager
Menninger 360
A manager with Menninger 360, Emily Pyle, LPC-S, offers a collaborative, strengths-based, person-centered therapeutic approach. She helps empower and equip individuals and families with the confidence and skills that they need to achieve positive mental health and sustainable wellness in all dimensions of their lives. Emily has worked with individuals and families of diverse ages, backgrounds and presenting problems in hospital, school and community settings.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 06/11/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
Participants will learn how to build executive presence, demonstrate business judgment, and position themselves for GC or other senior leadership roles.
Many talented women lawyers excel at managing complex legal work but find stepping into enterprise leadership intimidating. This session explores how women can transition from operational excellence to strategic influence at the board and C-suite level.
Participants will learn how to build executive presence, demonstrate business judgment, and position themselves for GC or other senior leadership roles. The discussion includes candid insights and lessons from women who have successfully made the leap to enterprise leadership.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 05/26/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
This session looks at how in-house lawyers can move from occasionally posting to being known in their field. How to engage with others to build relationships and how to show up in a way that feels sustainable alongside a full-time legal career.
Sessions 1 and 2 covered what to share and how to talk about your work. This session looks at what happens when you do it consistently over time.
Credibility on LinkedIn develops gradually, through purposeful participation, until people start to recognise how you think, associate you with certain topics, and remember your name when an opportunity comes up.
We will look at how to move from occasional posting to being known in your field, how to engage with others in a way that builds relationships, and how to keep it sustainable alongside a full-time legal career. Joined by Jennifer Pike, a legal recruiter at Jameson Legal, Alison will share what works from a content and positioning perspective, while Jen offers a view from the other side: what recruiters and peers actually notice when lawyers show up consistently.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 07/14/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
Participants will learn how to leverage their unique strengths, develop future-ready skills, and strategically position themselves for growth and influence in the evolving legal landscape.
The future of legal leadership is evolving, and women executives need to be prepared to lead with confidence in a global, digital, and fast-changing environment. This session explores emerging trends, opportunities, and skills that will define the next generation of legal leaders.
Participants will learn how to leverage their unique strengths, develop future-ready skills, and strategically position themselves for growth and influence in the evolving legal landscape. Panelists will share insights and real-world examples to make the discussion tangible and actionable.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 08/11/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 10/13/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 11/10/2026 at 12:00 PM (EST)
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The ACC Women In The House (WITH) Network seeks to foster the professional development of women as in-house counsel; support and engage women in their professional roles; and champion full and equal recognition of women in the legal profession all over the globe.
