In this Episode of The Mental Health Toolbox, award-winning attorney and author Jessica Childress shares her tips for managing and leaving a toxic work environment. She is the author of “Peace: Leaving a Toxic Workplace on Your Own Terms” and has over eleven years of experience in employment law, advocating for both organizations and individuals alike.
Ms. Childress is the Managing Attorney of the Childress Firm PLLC, a boutique employment law firm based in Washington, D.C. With a Bachelor’s degree in Government and African American Studies and a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our discussion.
Before establishing the Childress Firm PLLC, Jessica served at two global law firms and as an attorney at the United States Department of Justice. She has represented clients in numerous employment law matters including retaliation, discrimination, sexual harassment, non-competition, trade secret, unfair labor practice, and whistleblower cases.
In addition to her impressive career, she holds several recognitions including the National Bar Association’s 2018 Young Lawyer of the Year Award, the Washington Bar Association’s 2017-2018 Young Lawyer of the Year Award, and the Women Owned Law organization’s Woman Legal Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2022.
She has been named to the 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers Rising Stars lists, an honor bestowed on only 2.5% of practicing attorneys in Washington, D.C.
In this video, Jessica shares insights and advice on navigating toxic workplaces and how to leave them on your own terms. She also discusses strategies for maintaining mental health and wellbeing in challenging work environments.
Whether you’re dealing with a challenging workplace situation or interested in learning more about employment law, this video is a must-watch. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more insightful discussions.
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BIO: Jessica Childress, Esq.
Ms. Childress is the managing attorney and founder of the Childress Firm PLLC, a boutique employment law firm based in Washington, D.C. Ms. Childress holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government and African American Studies from the University of Virginia and a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law. Ms. Childress graduated Phi Beta Kappa and with High Distinction from the University of Virginia in 2007.
Ms. Childress is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. She is also admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, the United States District Court for the District of Maryland, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, and the United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia. Ms. Childress has held leadership roles in the National Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division and the Washington Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division.
Ms. Childress is a 2022 graduate of the Aspen Institute’s Justice and Society program. Ms. Childress serves as a contributor for Arianna Huffington’s international media outlet, Thrive Global. She has been featured in numerous publications, including Good Morning America, Forbes, Essence, the Huffington Post, Success, Entrepreneur, and Newsweek.
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