By Jeremy Locklear and Erin Locklear Why do you consider yourself a diverse attorney? When I think of a classic definition of “diverse,” I think of someone who differs from those around her. As a Native attorney, that definition has applied to my experience. I have never practiced with another Native attorney. I have only […]
By Sheila Spence The North Carolina Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division is hosting Part 2 of the four-part Lunch and Learn Series focused on various practice areas. Every third Wednesday at noon, you will hear from one of our liaisons and YLD council about what it’s like to work in their practice areas. The second […]
By Christina Cress and Claire O’Brien Dates to Know Feb. 26, 2021 | YLD Pro Bono Panel | 11 a.m. Feb. 26, 2021 | Legal Feeding Frenzy Virtual Kickoff Event Feb. 28, 2021 | Deadline to Submit YLD Writing Competition Entry | 5 p.m. March 3, 2021 | Mentoring Diverse Lawyers: We All Rise Together | […]
By Sidney Thomas Every first Friday of May, the American Bar Association hosts Law Day to celebrate the role of law in our society and to cultivate a deeper understanding of the legal profession. Law Day 2021 will focus on “reminding us that we the people share the responsibility to promote the rule of law, […]
By Erin Ball Due to COVID-19, the NCBA YLD Legal Feeding Frenzy has decided not to host an in-person kickoff event this year. While we are disappointed that we cannot all come together face-to-face, we are excited for the opportunity to bring everyone together virtually for a friendly, competitive kickoff for #LFF2021! Join us on […]
By Sheila Spence The North Carolina Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division is hosting a new four-part Lunch and Learn Series focused on various practice areas. Every third Wednesday at 12 p.m., you will hear from one of our liaisons and YLD council about what it’s like to work in their practice areas. The first series […]
By Samantha E. Gordon February celebrates Black History Month. In honor of Black History Month, the YLD Pro Bono Committee is challenging you to participate in five (5) hours of pro bono work this month. We ask that your pro bono participation focus on historically underserved communities. Participants can sign up for this challenge by […]
By Christina Cress and Claire O’Brien Dates to Know Jan. 28, 2021 | Law Student Networking Event | 5 to 6 p.m. Jan. 29, 2021 | Insurance Law Section CLE & Annual Meeting | 8:25 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Feb. 4, 2021 | Antitrust & Complex Business Disputes Law Section CLE | 7:55 a.m. to 5:00 […]
By Claire O’Brien and Christina Cress The YLD Communications Committee, in conjunction with YLD leadership, is excited to announce that its 2021 Writing Competition, “Getting Creative During Quarantine,” is open as of today, January 13! We invite you to submit an original piece of creative writing in one of two broad categories: (1) Inspirational experiences, […]
By Kristen Kirby January is YLD Wellness month, with a different wellness-themed event scheduled for each week of the month. We hope you were able to take advantage of our free virtual yoga and meditation class during week 1 and that you will be on the lookout for another free virtual workout in week 4. […]