Esquire Assistance Program (EAP)

The Esquire Assistance Program (EAP) is a license benefit—available at no cost to all Iowa-licensed lawyers, judges, and court reporters, as well as their immediate family members. No matter your practice setting, seniority, or geographic location, you have full access to the program’s wide range of services.

Using the program is simple. To get started, call 1-800-EAP-IOWA. The service is available around the clock, 365 days a year. When you call, you’ll need to identify yourself as an Iowa lawyer, Iowa court reporter, or a family member of an Iowa lawyer or court reporter. Judges may choose to identify themselves as lawyers if they prefer.

From there, you will be connected directly to a counselor—no long menu of prompts, no need to wait for an office to open. All information you provide is confidential. It will not be shared with the OPR, your employer, or anyone else, except as required by law in rare situations (such as imminent harm).

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EAP Services Available

The program offers a comprehensive menu of services that address the many different areas of life that can affect your well-being:

· Phone-Based Support – Unlimited access to masters-level counselors, any time of day or night.

· Togetherall Online Community – A moderated, anonymous online space where you can connect with peers, share experiences, and access self-help tools.

· Financial Consultation – One consultation per issue with a financial professional, plus a library of budgeting, debt management, and planning resources.

· Child & Eldercare Resources – Telephonic consultations and tailored lists of vetted local services to ease caregiving responsibilities.

· Identity Theft Assistance – Guidance from certified fraud resolution specialists and licensed attorneys to restore your identity and credit.

· Legal Consultation – One 30-minute consultation per issue with a licensed attorney, plus access to self-help legal forms.

· Life Coaching – Three sessions with a certified life coach to help set and achieve personal or professional goals.

· In-Person or Telehealth Counseling – Three sessions with a masters-level counselor near your home or office.

This combination of services is rare in any professional assistance program. It is designed to help with not just one type of challenge, but the interconnected realities of modern life. The EAP’s strength lies in addressing the whole person. By offering resources that span mental health, financial guidance, caregiving, and even legal consultations, it recognizes that professional performance is deeply linked to personal well-being.

EAP and ILAP: A powerful combination

It’s important to note that the Esquire Assistance Program is not the same as the Iowa Lawyer’s Assistance Program (ILAP)—and the two are not mutually exclusive. In fact, they are complementary and often work best in tandem.

· ILAP focuses on peer support from other lawyers and judges, particularly for challenges such as substance use, mental health, and professional stress. Its strength lies in the ability to connect you with trained peers who truly understand the unique pressures of legal work.

· EAP provides immediate, around-the-clock professional assistance from masters-level counselors, plus a wide array of personal, financial, and legal resources. Whether you call at 2 p.m. or 2 a.m., a professional will answer and help.

Join the Togetherall Community

So much in the world right now can feel uncertain and challenging—but you don’t have to feel alone. Togetherall provides you with free tools and support so you can take control of your mental health and well-being, while staying connected to others with similar experiences.

Join Togetherall’s anonymous community to share or read others’ experiences in a safe, judgment-free space. Moderated by professionals to keep you safe, Togetherall is here for you.

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