Young Lawyers Division - Philadelphia Bar Association

This year’s City Champion of the John S. Bradway High School Mock Trial Competition is Roman Catholic High School, and the city runner-up is Central High School. Both teams will be advancing to States, representing Philadelphia! We also honored two attorneys who have been dedicated volunteers with our high school mock trial program—Erin Lamb & Adam Zurbriggen—with the Huey R. Burkett Service Award. Chancellor Katayun Jaffari was our presiding judge and our YLD Chair Joyce Adelugba, Esq. was one of the scoring judges! Our other scoring judges for this round were: Bethann Schaffzin Kagan, Marissa Boyers Bluestine, Mary E. Levy, Paul Loriston, Judge Bradley Moss, Sarah Kaufman, Jonathan Grode, and Amando Franco-Dominick. We had over 60 volunteers this year! These volunteers included judges, attorneys, law students, law clerks, paralegals, and other legal professionals. Of special note is Paul Kaufman, Joanna Klein, and Eric S. Pasternack, who tirelessly volunteer as the YLD team recruiting and coordinating volunteers and really making this competition happen. We also are really grateful to Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law, the Justice Juanita Kidd Stout Center for Criminal Justice, and the James A. Byrne Federal Courthouse for donating courtrooms for the competition this year so that our students can compete. Thank you to the many attorneys and teachers who served as coaches and advisors to the student teams.

We are excited to invite you to attend our upcoming legal panel, designed specifically for law students. This event aims to provide valuable insights into the legal profession, offering students the opportunity to hear directly from experienced attorneys. This legal panel will bring together speakers from various legal specialties, including corporate law, criminal law, public interest, and in-house, to provide valuable insights into the diverse career paths available in the legal field. Emphasizing the importance of mentorship, panelists will discuss how mentorship has shaped their careers and offer advice on finding and nurturing meaningful professional relationships. This session will highlight the role of mentors in guiding law students through the complexities of legal practice, fostering personal and professional growth, and navigating the transition from law school to the legal workforce. ? Hear from speakers: Beth Perez, Director of Intake and Pro Bono for The Support Center for Child Advocates Michael McFarland, Attorney, Laffey Bucci D’Andrea Reich and Ryan Allison Beatty, Assistant General Counsel, Vanguard Tara Param, Partner, Holland & Knight ? https://lnkd.in/eaqPpG-D

Join us for a fun and impactful evening at the YLD Happy Hour on March 26 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Top Tomato! We're excited to partner with Philabundance for a night of networking, socializing, and giving back to the community. Register today: https://ow.ly/mwm450VfEZl

Young Lawyers Division - Philadelphia Bar Association Chair Joyce Adelugba, Esq. along with other County Leaders presented this morning “Thriving through Involvement:Bar Assocation Tools for Creating Competent Young Lawyers.” Amazing presentation and discussion. #ccbwell2025 Pennsylvania Bar Association

The Co-Chairs of the Career Development Committee cordially invite the members of the Young Lawyers Division, the Career Development Committee, and the Seasoned Lawyers Committee to a round table discussion on mentoring in the Philadelphia Bar Association. We will be discussing the changing hybrid work environment and strategies to re-engage attorneys in our Association with the mentorship that is needed for the young attorneys in our community. We hope to have an energetic discussion that will help us to re-establish the mentorship program within the Philadelphia Bar Association. Register today: https://ow.ly/muTS50Vah9v

?? The 2025 Judge William M. Marutani Fellowship application is now open! Apply here: https://lnkd.in/epRadTW5 Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Pennsylvania (APABA-PA) #philadelphia #lawstudents #legalservices #legalaid #civillegalaid

Yesterday we were lucky to have Ryan Spengler here representing the Philadelphia Bar Association's Young Lawyers Division and spending some time with our students as part of our ongoing Lawyers in the Lobby series. The YLD promotes the professional and personal development of our young lawyers in Philadelphia through networking and social events, legal educational seminars, community and public service programs. A big thank you to Ryan and the YLD! If you are a legal employer and would like to participate in our Lawyers in the Lobby series, please reach out to Amanda Young at [email protected].

Join us for a fun and interactive evening of Speed Dating with the YLD Executive Committee! This event is designed to give you the chance to meet and get to know as many committee members as possible in a casual, fast-paced setting. It’s a great opportunity to foster connections with the Executive Committee while also sharing your thoughts and ideas on what you’d like to see from the YLD this year. We’re still celebrating the Eagles' big win in the Super Bowl, so come ready to share the excitement and your own winning ideas! The Executive Committee members will be dressed in pink and/or red to make them easy to spot, so don’t be shy—come ready to network, share your ideas, and build lasting relationships with both fellow YLD members and the leadership team. Register today: https://ow.ly/y9fX50V21pv

I had a great time playing an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court for the American Bar Association’s 2024-2025 NAAC Regional in Philadelphia! I was very impressed by each law student competitor who came from around the country to showcase their command of the facts, law, and their zealous advocacy. I’m looking forward to future collaborations between the ABA and the Philadelphia Bar Association!

??JAG Attorney Positions Available in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard?? Opportunities are available for those wishing to serve to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and their country on a part-time basis as an officer in the Judge Advocate General Corps of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. Anyone that is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar, forty years old or younger and in good physical condition can apply. The benefits of serving are numerous. If interested in finding out more please contact COL Frank McGovern, Staff Judge Advocate, 28th Infantry Division, PA Army National Guard at [email protected].