YLDNews

The newsletter of the ISBA’s Young Lawyers Division

2014 Articles

Knowing your judge – Behind the black robe By Bradford L. Bennett April 2014 Becoming familiar with the specific courtroom procedure, the judge, and his or her staff is how young attorneys can become more effective and efficient in their practice.
Mark your calendars now for the 17th Annual Holiday Party! New location; same great cause! December 2014 Mark your calendar now for this important and fun annual fundraiser!
Mark your calendars now for the 17th Annual Holiday Party! New location; same great cause! October 2014 Mark your calendar now for this important and fun annual fundraiser!
The new emphasis on basis in estate planning By George L. Schoenbeck June 2014 Since the passage of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 in early 2013, the vast majority of well-structured estate plans balance estate tax considerations, where relevant, with long-term income tax minimization goals and a variety of other estate planning considerations.
Participate to grow your business By Joshua Herman June 2014 How becoming involved in a local bar association, the ISBA, or a community organization can help you successfully grow your business as a young lawyer.
Regulation of legal education set to undergo paradigm shift By Daniel Thies June 2014 Various entities have called for reform regarding the way law school is funded, including most recently the ABA’s newly appointed Presidential Task Force on the Financing of Legal Education.
Resolutions for the new year By Ji Un Saw February 2014 The reasons you should make association involvement a high priority this year.
States take the lead on legal education reform By Daniel Thies December 2014 A look at the steps states have taken to address the problem of law school debt and the need to prepare lawyers to provide services to the public. 
Three reasons law students should become active ISBA members By Jessica Durkin October 2014 Read the three main reasons law students can benefit from active participation in the ISBA.
Tips for lawyers looking to network and market themselves By David Neiman August 2014 Some ideas for getting your name out there.
Why do I need an antenuptial (prenuptial) agreement? By Erin Wilson April 2014 The author provides a few scenarios where a prenuptial agreement may benefit you, and other situations where the law itself provides the necessary protection.
YLD 2014 Soirée a success By Deborah Lollis June 2014 Read about this unique fundraiser and our sponsors, who helped to make this event a resounding success.
YLD Bean Bag Tournament a fun success By Anthony A. Bruno April 2014 Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so successful!