Applications Deadline is May 30 for Leadership LSBA 2025-26 Class
LSBA President-Elect Edward J. Walters, Jr. is currently seeking applications from young lawyers for the Leadership LSBA 2025-26 Class. Deadline for return of applications is May 30, 2025. Interested candidates should apply online and learn more about the program at: www.lsba.org/goto/leadershiplsba.
The program, created in 2002 by then-LSBA President Larry Feldman, Jr., provides exposure on how the LSBA functions as well as on the pressing issues facing the association and the legal profession. Participants also receive information on the responsibilities of volunteer leaders. Beginning in 2008, classes have been required to organize an individual class project to address needs in the profession and the community at large. The goal of the class project is to further develop young attorneys’ leadership skills and to provide them with opportunities for statewide networking.
Prior to applying, the candidate should consider the commitment required. The candidate should have the time and ability to participate and fulfill the class requirements. By conclusion of the LSBA Fiscal Year 25/26, class members will be required to:
- attend one meeting of the Board of Governors;
- attend one meeting of the House of Delegates;
- attend one meeting of the Young Lawyers Division Council;
- attend one Budget Committee meeting;
- attend one meeting of the Access to Justice Committee;
- attend one meeting of an LSBA committee of their choice;
- work with the class to develop and implement a class project with the help of staff; and
- commit to serve on an LSBA committee the year following completion of Leadership LSBA.
The class term begins in late August (orientation) and ends in June (Annual Meeting).
Expenses for attendance at meetings and activities will be reimbursed in accordance with LSBA policies.