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The LSBA Young Lawyers Division Podcast highlights the voices, experiences, and professional journeys of young lawyers across Louisiana. Each episode features candid conversations with YLD leaders and emerging attorneys, offering insights into practice development, leadership opportunities, and the work of the YLD across the state.

Watch each episode on YouTube or listen on the go with Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Show Up Once And You’re Hooked: The Power of YLD Programming

District 1 representative Jennifer Gordon Lampton shares how she encourages young lawyers to get involved with the LSBA YLD. From Wills for Heroes and the Young Lawyers Conference to professional development seminars and Level Up Learning sessions, she explains why attending just one event often turns into many. A conversation about community, service, and why YLD programming is a one-stop shop for CLE, pro bono, and connection.

Episode 4: The Power of YLD Programming

Inside the YLD: Meet Jennifer Gordon Lampton

In this episode, we talk with Jennifer Gordon Lampton, research attorney for Judge Nakisha Ervin-Knott at the Louisiana Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal. Jennifer shares her path from clerking on the domestic and civil dockets at Orleans Parish Civil District Court to her current role reviewing cases that come through the Fourth Circuit. With experience touching civil, criminal, and juvenile matters, she offers a unique, wide-angle view of the work happening at both the trial and appellate levels. A thoughtful conversation highlighting the varied and important work of young lawyers serving within the courts.

Episode 3: Meet Jennifer Gordon Lampton

Leading the Way: Meet LSBA 2025-26 YLD Chair Collin Melancon

This week we’re joined by Collin Melancon, chair of the LSBA Young Lawyers Division for 2025-2026. Collin talks about his Louisiana roots, his path through law school and practice, and the meaningful work he does representing survivors of sexual abuse. He also shares what it’s like to lead the YLD. A great listen for anyone wanting a behind-the-scenes look at YLD leadership and service. 

Episode 2: Meet YLD Chair Collin Melancon

Getting Involved: LSBA YLD Committees with Jennifer Lampton & Margaret Manning

Join LSBA Young Lawyers Division District 1 Representatives Jennifer Gordon Lampton and Margaret Manning as they discuss YLD committees, opportunities to get involved, and how young lawyers can make an impact through service and leadership.
Episode 1: Inside the LSBA YLD

Leading the Way: Meet LSBA YLD Past Chair Kristen Amond

A conversation with Kristen Amond, past chair of the LSBA Young Lawyers Division. Kristen shares how she went from teaching third graders to practicing complex litigation, serving as outside general counsel, and building a mediation practice in New Orleans. She reflects on her years of YLD service, lessons learned, and what’s next as she steps into her “past chair emeritus” era.

Episode 5: Meet Kristen Amond

From Clerkship to Counsel: A Conversation with Margaret Manning

Meet Margaret Manning, District 1 representative of the LSBA Young Lawyers Division. Margaret shares her path from graduating during the pandemic to clerking for Judge Maurice Hicks in Shreveport, then moving to New Orleans to build a practice focused on insurance defense, attorney ethics, legal malpractice, appellate work, and civil litigation. She reflects on the challenges and growth that shaped her early career.

Episode 6: Meet Margaret Manning

Giving Back Through Leadership: Inside Barristers for Boards

In this episode, Kristen Amond and Collin Melancon explore the Barristers for Boards program, an LSBA YLD initiative that pairs young lawyers with nonprofit organizations for board service. We share how the program expanded statewide, adapted through virtual CLEs and regional meetups, and created meaningful connections between attorneys and nonprofits. Learn how board service can strengthen your leadership skills while making a real impact in your community.
Episode 7: Barristers for Boards

Vacancies, Elections & Opportunity: How Service in the YLD Begins

District 1 representative Margaret Manning shares her unexpected path into the LSBA Young Lawyers Division. Margaret talks about stepping into vacancies created when Collin Melancon and later Chris Sellers entered the officer pipeline, her run for election, and how those twists led to three years of service on the YLD Council. A candid look at resilience, opportunity, and finding your place in bar leadership.



Episode 8: Vacancies, Elections & Opportunity
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