Senior Lawyers Division
The Senior Lawyers Division (SLD) of the State Bar of Georgia was established to create a community of experienced legal professionals to support continued professional engagement, address cognitive decline, promote pro bono work, provide mentorship to younger lawyers and foster social connection among Bar members who are aged 55 and older.
Social Engagement
- Regular social gatherings, retreats and networking events.
- A mentoring program for younger attorneys.
- A quarterly newsletter highlighting members’ achievements and activities.
Succession Planning
- Ensure Georgia lawyers are aware of the State Bar’s sudden health crisis website portal.
- Encourage retirement planning, especially for Senior Lawyers Division members.
- Coordinate with the Young Lawyers Division for mentoring and employment opportunities with members of the Senior Lawyers Division.
Pro Bono Opportunities
- Organize pro bono legal services programs targeting underserved populations.
- Partner with legal aid organizations to offer reduced-hour commitments for senior lawyers.
Cognitive Health Initiatives
- Workshops, seminars and resources on mental wellness and cognitive decline.
- Continuing legal education focused on staying mentally sharp, how to recognize symptoms in yourself and others, and what to do if/when that happens.
- Access to professional assessment or counseling for lawyers concerned about their cognitive abilities.
Upcoming SLD Events
Senior Lawyers Division Welcome Reception
Date: April 23, 2026, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
1100 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 2800
Atlanta, GA 30309
Registration: Click here to register. You must be logged in to register for this event. Click here to login and register.
- President: Elizabeth “Betsy” Hodges
- President-Elect: Howard Delashmit
- Treasurer: James Hyder
- Secretary: S. Kendall Butterworth
Parking
Validated parking is available in the parking garage located adjacent to the building, with entrances on both Peachtree Street (at 13th Street) and Crescent Avenue.
To access the building lobby, please enter through either the parking garage and use the designated building entrance on Level 6, or through the front entrance located off of Peachtree Street. Once in the building, you must check in with the security desk to access the 28th floor. They will have a list of expected guests.
Please note: This event is open to members of the SLD only.
Sponsors
Contact
jessicao@gabar.org
SLD Leadership
President
President-Elect
Treasurer
Secretary
The Senior Lawyers Division was created by action of the Board of Governors for the State Bar of Georgia and pursuant to Chapter 7, Rule 1-707, of the Rules of Governance of the State Bar of Georgia.
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