By Sidney Thomas and Nicholas Sorensen A little history about Law Day . . . President Dwight D. Eisenhower established the first Law Day on May 1, 1958, to provide an opportunity for the nation and legal community to reflect on the vital role law plays in maintaining justice and order, protecting our rights, and […]
By Mary Beth Davis, Matt Meinel and Tae Storr Do you have time to grab a cup of coffee? Instead of taking this one to-go, how about spending thirty meaningful minutes with a future lawyer? A half hour of your time is all we need to make this program a success! We are seeking attorney […]
By Tiqeece Brown Qeece: Bro, young Simba, I owe you a huge apology. I’m so sorry for not maximizing your potential. I am sorry for doubting you for one bit. I let you down. I let us down. I take full responsibility. I want to take this time to reflect, highlight the experiences, and remind […]
By Erin Winters Do you have questions about law school debt? Are you a law school student and want a look at how student debt can affect you? Are you a young lawyer interested in learning about your options on managing and handling law school debt? Well, we have a free webinar to help guide […]
By Courtney Latourrette As a law student, there are many activities and organizations available for students to join, including Moot Court and Law Review. Law students attending American Bar Association (commonly referred to as the “ABA”)-accredited or provisionally accredited law schools are eligible for complimentary membership in the North Carolina Bar Association Young Lawyers Division. […]
By Megan Reilly-Dreas The NCBA’s Young Lawyers Division, together with the Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Committee, are excited to host Friendsgiving & Music Trivia: an evening of food, drinks, friends, and drag, at the Velvet Hippo in beautiful downtown Durham. Come celebrate with old friends and make a few new ones as we give […]
By MJ Segal You’re a freshly licensed North Carolina attorney. Finding your footing in the job market is hard, and there seems to be a lot of important information you didn’t learn in law school. Then you get your first copy of the ABA journal, and, wow, there’s a whole section on attorneys who have […]
By Laura Merriman and Carlo Ballesteros-Flores We will cover frequently asked questions regarding in-person North Carolina voting and special issues. If you have any questions, you should check with the North Carolina State Board of Elections (“NCSBE”) and your local county board of elections. When can you vote? Early Voting began on October 17 and will […]
By Brooks Savage In response to Tropical Storm Helene, the Disaster Legal Services (DLS) Program has been activated and young lawyers across the state, and the nation, are mobilizing to volunteer. Disaster Legal Services Disaster Legal Services (DLS) is authorized under the Stafford Act to provide pro bono legal services for low-income individuals who are […]
By Samantha Gordon As a young lawyer in North Carolina, one of the most valuable steps you can take in shaping your career is becoming actively involved in the North Carolina Bar Association’s (NCBA) Young Lawyers Division (YLD). Not only does this provide numerous professional and personal benefits, but it also opens doors to meaningful […]