Young Lawyer Liaisons to Sections

The application period for Young Lawyer Liaison to Sections positions for terms starting on or after Oct. 1, 2022, and ending on Sept. 30, 2024, unless otherwise noted, has now closed. The sections listed below are still accepting applications for their Young Lawyer Liaison to Sections position and remain open until filled. 

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 younger). 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.

Young Lawyer Liaison Volunteer Position Descriptions

The sections below are looking to fill YLL positions for terms starting on or after Oct. 1, 2022, and ending on Sept. 30, 2024, unless otherwise noted. View the YLL position description below for each section to learn about the roles, responsibilities, and requirements for each position.  

Animal Law Section*

Intellectual Property Section 

International Practice Section

Low Bono Section

Solo and Small Practice Section  

World Peace Through Law Section*

*These sections are seeking a one-year term, starting on or after Oct. 1, 2022, ending on Sept. 30, 2023. 

Application Process

Selection Process

Section executive committees will review the applications in July 2022 and make their YLL selections in early August 2022. Applicants will be notified via email shortly thereafter of the status of their application. Applications received after June 27 will be forwarded to the section for review upon receipt. 

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

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