Young Lawyers Division State Bar of Georgia

What's the Rule? It's the Ethics Rule of the Month presented by The YLD Ethics and Professionalism Committee. This month, we highlight Rule 1.6 Confidentiality of Information. A new rule will be highlighted every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Click here for the Rule: https://bit.ly/EP_Rule_1_6 If you would like to discuss Rule 1.6 or any ethics dilemma with a member of the Office of the General Counsel staff,?contact the Ethics Helpline at 404-527-8741, 800-682-9806 or log in and submit your question by email. #letsgetethical #ethicsmatter #professionalismmatters

You're invited kick off the evening with a Welcome and Networking Reception on the rooftop of The Aertson Hotel Kimpton in Nashville at the 2025 YLD Spring Meeting on Friday, March 28. Enjoy a mocktail-making class, open bar, DJ and the opportunity to mingle with Tennessee YLD all while savoring delicious hors d’oeuvres. Click here to register: https://bit.ly/YLDSP_2025

You're invited! Join the YLD Women in the Profession (WIP) committee for "Networking on the Pitch" at the Atlanta United vs. Cincinnati soccer match on Sunday, May 25 at 7:00 pm. Each ticket is $30 and includes a $10 concession credit voucher. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis in section 122, rows 31-33. All sales are final. No refunds are permitted, but you may transfer your ticket to another individual. Tickets will be transferred within 2-3 business days prior to event. The last day to purchase tickets is Tuesday, May 20th. Click here to purchase tickets: https://bit.ly/NOTP25

Join the YLD at the 2025 YLD Spring Meeting for a CLE on the Ensuring Likeness, Voice and Image Security (ELVIS) Act, groundbreaking legislation that updates Tennessee’s Protection of Personal Rights law. This first ofits-kind law provides protections for songwriters, performers and music industry professionals against the misuse of artificial intelligence in replicating their voices, likenesses and images. Panelists include Anthony Adewumi, Broadcast Music Inc., and Tennessee State Rep. William Lamberth (R-Portland). Click here to register: https://bit.ly/YLDSP_2025

Help support?Cycling For Good?by donating socks, underwear, undershirts, deordorant and reading glasses. Donations can be dropped off at the registration table at the 2025 YLD Spring Meeting in Nashville, TN on March 28. We look forward to seeing you there!

Last Friday, we had an unforgettable evening at the 18th Annual YLD Signature Fundraiser, A Night on the Diamond at Truist Park in the Hank Aaron Terrace. It was a fantastic evening dedicated to supporting the Public Interest Internship Program and connecting with friends and colleagues. A heartfelt thank you to all our guests, State Bar of Georgia members and generous sponsors, who played a pivotal role in making the night a success. Your support made a meaningful impact. We are grateful! SAVE THE DATE! The YLD will return to Macon next year for the Signature Fundraiser. We will see you Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026!

Join us!?In honor of Women's History Month, the YLD Women in the Profession Committee in partnership with Georgia Association For Women Lawyers present a free virtual CLE titled Breaking Barriers: Empowering the Next Generation on Wednesday, March 19 from 6-7:30PM. Panelists include Justice Verda Colvin, Judge Nancy Bills, Judge Deah Warren and Judge Lauren Wallace. Don't miss out! ? While this CLE program is complimentary, attendees who would like credit reported need to contact the State Bar of Georgia’s CLE Regulation Department and pay a $4 per credit hour fee. 1.5 HR Professionalism CLE credit, pending approval. ? Zoom Link: https://lnkd.in/eeMipDCE

Deadline Extended! Reserve your room by March 8 and join us in Nashville from March 28–30 for our only stand-alone meeting of the year. This year’s meeting offers an all-inclusive package designed to give you the perfect balance of CLE, networking and fun, all while immersing you in the charm of Music City. Click here to register and book your room: https://bit.ly/YLDSP_2025 Hotel cut-off: Saturday, March 8 Registration cut-off: Friday, March 21

Did you read the latest edition of the Georgia Bar Journal? Check out this article by YLD President, Kenneth Mitchell, Jr. Run Your Own Race. Link to article here: https://bit.ly/GBJ_VOL30_3 #GABarJournal #YLDGA

The YLD thanks Paula Frederick for being a sponsor of the 18th Annual YLD Signature Fundraiser benefitting the YLD Public Interest Internship Program.