Calling all CBA Bloggers!
We are exploring your interest in establishing and maintaining a high-quality, informative and engaging blog – by Canadian young lawyers for Canadian young lawyers. To do this, Young Lawyers - Canadian Bar Association (YL-CBA) is looking for a core group of at least 10 to 12 (preferably more) young lawyers with experience and a special interest in blogs. More>
Planning Underway for 2007 National Young Lawyers Directorate Meeting in Montréal!
Once a year, the national YL-CBA Executive meets with the YL-CBA chairs from the Branches. This Directorate meeting is well attended as a forum to share ideas for successful programs, discuss common concerns and network with colleagues from across the country. This year's meeting will take place November 16-18, 2007 in Montréal. More>
Lisa Belcourt of Midland, Ont. Wins 2007 Pro Bono Award
Lisa Belcourt, a partner with Ontario law firm Ferguson Barristers LLP, was selected as the winner of the CBA's 2007 Young Lawyers Pro Bono Service Award for outstanding legal services benefiting the community. More>
YL-CBA calls for debt relief for law school graduates
In response to an alarming trend towards dramatically increased tuition costs for law school, the Young Lawyers-CBA and Branch Presidents are asking governments to defer interest and loan repayment until the end of articling and bar admission programs. More>
Getting Involved
If you're a young lawyer who is interested in becoming an active member of the CBA, you should join the Young Lawyers' Section in your Branch. These groups are always looking for new members to attend and help organize local events.
Pro Bono Award & Initiatives
The annual YL-CBA Pro Bono Service Award recognizes a deserving young lawyer who has made an outstanding contribution to the community and the profession through his or her pro bono work.
In addition, as one of its ongoing projects, the YL-CBA is supporting the efforts of Pro Bono Students Canada.
