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Rethinking Civic Engagement: An Open Letter to the NCBA and YLD Members, Part I

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Clare Magee & Catherine Clodfelter

When we gather as lawyers, we have a chance to demonstrate organization and self-regulation that is respectful of the rules through which we organize, and…

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New Job, New Opportunity for Growth

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Huma Khursheed & Katherine Copeland

Hello NCBA Community, We, Katherine Copeland and Huma Khursheed, are the new co-chairs of the Wellness Committee within the Young Lawyers Division of the…

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Breaking Barriers, Building Purpose: Turning Challenges into Opportunities in Times of Uncertainty

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Alex Gwynn

When the path forward feels uncertain, opportunity is born. Every challenge is a chance to build purpose, strengthen community, and lead through service. The…

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November DEI Newsletter

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Taylor Gibbs & Tia Overway

Greetings, everyone! In line with our goal of increasing visibility within the NCBA, we are excited to share an upcoming virtual event that we’d love for…

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Breaking Barriers: Redefining Success for the Next Generation of Lawyers

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Maya Davis & Brittany Harry

Breaking a barrier means overcoming or removing obstacles, whether they are physical walls, natural impediments, or unseen forces like social, cultural, or…

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Introducing the YLD’s DEI Committee

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Taylor Gibbs & Tia Overway

Greetings, everyone! We are excited to introduce ourselves as the new co-chairs of the YLD’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee. I am Taylor…

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Building a Bridge

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Chazle’ Woodley

One of my favorite legal legends is the late Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, and one of his famous quotes is, “None of us got where we are solely…

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October is Pro Bono Month – A Time to Harvest Justice!

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Courtney Latourrette & Alex Gwynn

As the leaves change and the crisp autumn air sets in, October brings more than just pumpkins and spooky decorations—it’s also Pro Bono Month, a…

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What To Do If You Didn’t Pass the Bar Exam

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Tiqeece Brown

Hey, come here – let me give you a hug. Yell if you need to, cry if you need to, or let’s just sit and process. Feel the full weight of what just…

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Welcome to the 2025 Bar Year!

Sheila Spence

Welcome to the 2025-2026 bar year! My name is Sheila Spence, and I am delighted to introduce myself as our YLD chair for this exciting year. It is truly an…

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