Young Lawyer Liaisons to Sections

Open Section Liaison Positions

• Updates for Young Lawyer Liaison applications received by June 22, 2020

  Section executive committees will review application materials and make their final Young Lawyer Liaison (YLL) selections by early August 2020. Applicants will be notified via email shortly after of the appointment selections. All newly selected YLLs must attend an onboarding orientation at the WSBA on Sept. 21, 2020 from 8-10 a.m. Remote attendance options will be available. 

  Young Lawyer Liaison Volunteer Position Descriptions (for applications submitted after June 22, 2020)

  The sections below are currently looking to fill YLL positions for terms starting on or after Oct. 1, 2020. View the YLL position description below for each section to learn about the roles, responsibilities, and requirements for each position.  

  Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Law

  Low Bono

  Senior Lawyers*

  Taxation

  *indicates interim term beginning on or after Oct. 1, 2020 through Sep. 30, 2021.

  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

  Log into your myWSBA.org account and select the "Young Lawyer Liaison to Sections Application" link under the "Connect & Serve" heading on the left hand side. Complete the application form and submit your resume.

  Selection Process

  Section executive committees will review applications on a rolling basis as received. 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