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2008 Law Day winners announced

Each spring, the Young Lawyers Division sponsors a Law Day Art and Essay Contest for Tennessee students. Built around a theme set by the American Bar Association, the contest is designed to instill in young people an appreciation for the law and a better understanding of the American judicial system. See this year's winning art and read the winning essays.

2008 Public Service Day
Each year in conjunction with Law Day, lawyers across the state participate in projects designed to serve the public. Read about the projects planned for this spring.

YLD announces new mentoring program
New to the practice in Tennessee? Trying to choose an area of concentration? Just need some career advice? Then this program is for you. Whether you are a law student, in your first few months of practice or reevaluating your career after several years, we can help you make the most of your professional life. The YLD now offers a mentoring program that can be designed to meet your individual needs. Take the first step: Download an application and waiver form.

Want to serve as a mentor?
If you would be willing to mentor a younger colleague, please complete this application and waiver form.

YLD releases disaster legal services manual
This new publication provides resources for volunteer attorneys providing legal assistance to victims of disasters.
Download the manual

YLD helps teens make wise life choices
The TBA Young Lawyers Division in conjunction with the TBA Family Law Section is looking for volunteers to present a new life skills program in high schools across the state. This new program, called "Building Healthy Relationships," teaches young people how to make wise life choices about finances, marriage and divorce. If you would like to get involved in this program, contact Children's Issues Committee Chair Wes Bryant at wbryant@hardinandparkes.com