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Posted by: Paul Burch on Jan 16, 2024

The TBA Young Lawyers Division (YLD) Board held its winter meeting this past weekend at Paris Landing State Park. YLD President Quinton Thompson presented Stars of the Quarter Awards to Anthony Adewumi for his work as an ambassador of the YLD, Samantha Ellis for her development of CLE programs, and Faith Watson for creating “Beyond the Bar: Resources & Opportunities for Those Who Do Not Pass” as a resource for those who do not pass the bar exam on the first try. Thompson also expressed appreciation for all board members and their outstanding effort in their roles. The Diversity Leadership Institute’s (DLI) Class of 2024 also met during the weekend for the first time. The law school students participated in sessions designed to help them prepare for their future, heard from TBA President Jim Barry and networked with YLD leaders. The class sessions were organized by DLI Co-Chairs Brande Boyd and Rod Watson. 


YLD Board


Diversity Leadership Institute Class of 2024 with co-chairs Rod Watson and Brande Boyd


2023-2024 YLD Board with DLI Class of 2024

  
Left: YLD President Quinton Thompson and TBA President Jim Barry
Right: DLI Co-Chairs Rod Watson and Brande Boyd

  
Left: YLD President Quinton Thompson and Star of the Quarter recipient Faith Watson
Right: Star of the Quarter recipient Anthony Adewumi and YLD President Quinton Thompson 


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