Young Lawyer Liaisons to Sections

Open Section Liaison Positions

• Updates for Young Lawyer Liaison Applications Received by June 24

  Section executive committees are reviewing application materials and will make their final Young Lawyer Liaison (YLL) selections by early August 2021. Applicants will be notified via email shortly after of the appointment selections. All newly selected YLLs must attend a virtual onboarding orientation in late September to early October 2021. 

  Young Lawyer Liaison Volunteer Position Descriptions

  (for applications submitted by June 24, 2021)

  The sections below are still looking to fill YLL positions for terms starting on or after Oct. 1, 2021 and ending on September 30, 2023. View the YLL position description below for each section to learn about the roles, responsibilities, and requirements for each position.  

  Civil Rights Law Section

  Senior Lawyers Section

  Eligibility

  YLL applicants must qualify as a “young lawyer” under the WSBA Bylaws XII.B upon the term start date  (active member admitted to practice for five years or less or 36 years old or under). YLL applicants do not need to be a current section member to apply. YLL applicants must submit a completed application form and résumé. Cover letter is optional.

  Application Process

  Complete the application form and submit your resume and optional cover letter to newmembers@wsba.org. 

  Selection Process

  Section executive committees will review the applications on a rolling basis and make their YLL selection when they identify a fit candidate. Applicants will be notified via email shortly thereafter of the status of their application.

  Orientation

  All newly appointed YLLs are required to attend on onboarding orientation with WSBA staff prior to the position term start date.

  Questions?

  Email newmembers@wsba.org