Brian has spoken at state and local bar Association events, Lawyers Assistance Program and law related fundraisers around the country bringing awareness and suggestions to a profession with a staggering problem drinking rate. His presentations are eligible for CLE credit.  Here is what people have said:

“As the president of the Cuban American Bar Association, When I think of what Brian gave to our legal community down here in Miami which had been ravaged by the recent losses of some of our professions giants to mental health issues and suicide, the word that immediately comes to mind is hope. Brian’s approach to a very taboo issue, especially amongst the legal community, is one that works. He is funny, self-deprecating, honest, loving, and most importantly, vulnerable.

The event Brian Came to speak at at almost 300 in attendance including roughly 75 state and federal judges. When Brian spoke, there was complete silence in the room and everyone sitting on the edge of their chairs, a small miracle in the Cuban community. Brian touched many people that day will have personally come to thank us for making this issue and the idea of seeking help a sign of courage rather than one of weakness. Brian taught us that when you share your weaknesses with people, they will not love you less, they will love you more. He is a personal inspiration of hope to me as I struggle with mental health issues after the loss of my father, who was my best friend. I cannot possibly recommend Brian any more to those considering in being a speaker at your event, conference, symposium, Home. His story is the story of many that unfortunately, in many cases, we don’t find out until it’s too late. You will be lucky to have him. Thank you so very much Brian, from the bottom of our hearts.”–Javier Lopez Partner, Kozyak,Tropin & Throckmorton and President, Cuban American Bar Association

 

“Brian, when you came to Minnesota, your renown drew audiences to law school and CLE programs. Your message left people inspired and changed. You can get help. You can recover. It will get better. Thank you for partnering with our Lawyer Assistance Program to spread your experience, strength and hope. I wish every law student and lawyer could hear this.” –Joan Bibelhausen, JD Executive Director Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

“Thank you for coming to Minnesota! One of the best, and most important, CLEs I have attended. Your honesty and courage in sharing your story is undoubtedly helping our profession!”–Rachel Schromen, Managing Attorney/Owner at Schromen Law, LLC –Hennepin County Bar Association
“Brian Cuban is making a difference.  As we sat packed into a stuffy, too-small room, I watched as the University of Kentucky law students and local lawyers were – for once – not focused on electronics or otherwise distracted.  They were spellbound as Brian detailed his journey down the rabbit hole of addictions and other mental health disorders, and then explained his path to recovery and wellbeing.  In parts, his journey is somewhat uncomfortable to hear, yet all silently awaited the next turn in the story.  Many lawyers will struggle with an addiction, but Brian describes multiple addictions and disorders and how their individual symptoms overlapped to create a potentially life-ending disaster for him.  We frequently discuss alcohol and drug addiction within our Lawyer Assistance Programs, and even depression is getting more exposure, but the discussion of co-occurring disorders, and the danger of leaving any one of them untreated is a fresh topic for our listeners. His recovery story is nothing short of amazing. Brian’s discussion is genuine, humble, and filled with the rigorous honesty that only comes from long-term sobriety.  He is genuine, accessible, and a conversation-starter.  I can’t wait to find an opportunity for him to speak again.“-Yvette Hourigan, JD, CEAP, Director, Kentucky Lawyer Assistance Program

 

 

“Although Brian was the final speaker in a 7 hour program called Funky Credit Day for the San Mateo County Bar Association, he immediately captured the audience’s attention! All the whispering stopped.  He knows how to use his voice to engage the audience.  He spoke with confidence about his story.  He took us back to his early years of attending law school and passing the bar. He was addicted to booze and blow and suffered from depression and bulimia.  He talked honestly about addiction, the professional stigma of admitting there is a problem, his road to recovery, and ways to get help.  Meanwhile, the audience didn’t move, they waited until Brian took questions, which he graciously answered.  Afterwards, I noticed members waiting in line to talk with him.  Brian was amazing, it was a Friday night and they’d already sat through 6 hours of seminars!  My members commented that listening to Brian was both healing and hopeful. Brian was easy to work with, he arrived early and ended on time.  I would definitely ask Brian to speak again!” –Deborah Kemper, Executive Director-San Mateo Bar Association

 

“Brian Cuban participated as the lead speaker for the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Community Forum: Addiction and the Legal Profession, a continuing legal education event.  He provided an honest and very real perspective that is seldom heard.  Brian’s strength and courage to lay everything on the table with his story that details his addiction, eating disorder, and mental health struggles regarding depression and suicide really resonated with our audience.  He educated us with humor, candor and a heartfelt concern for the well-being of lawyers, and people in general.  I am grateful that he shared his story with all of us. The program reviews were positive, appreciative and attendees were inspired.  I highly recommend Brian without hesitation.  He is engaging and informative while delivering sensitive content to a broad audience.” -Tara Phoenix-CLE Director, Philadelphia Bar Association
Many thanks for speaking to us yesterday! By my estimate we had over 250 assistant DA’s, public defenders and private defense attorneys in attendance at the Frank Crowley Courthouse central jury room. Your message of recovery and mental health awareness is powerful and very much needed by the criminal bar – all attorneys for that matter. Your candor and excellent presentation abilities kept everyone at close attention and I can’t recommend you enough to any other bar organization! –Robert D. Burns III, Judge, The Criminal District Court Dallas County

 

I invited Brian Cuban to talk speak at the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association annual “Donald Davis Seminar”. I was wary at first, because his topic—addiction and eating disorders—is so far afield from the usual continuing-legal-education fodder. I shouldn’t have been wary: Brian is an outstanding story teller who entertains as much as he educates. His stories had the crowd of grizzled lawyers laughing and applauding. Afterward, he got great reviews from the attendees, and several lawyers went out of their way to thank me privately. My organization invited him back again this year. Your group—whatever the group—has someone who needs to hear what Brian has to say.–Mark W. Bennett, Attorney At Law