From the YLD President

Read “Building Momentum and Celebrating Success” by YLD President Virginia C. Josey in the Summer 2026 issue of the Georgia Bar Journal.

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Featured Event

2026 Fall Meeting

October 16 - 18, 2026

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

2 Grasslawn Ave.
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Upcoming YLD Events

Oct 16

2026 Fall Meeting

Date: October 16 - 18, 2026
Location: The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Dec 05

YLD Wills Clinic

Date: December 5, 2026
Location: Jubilee Christian Church of Atlanta
Jan 14

2027 Midyear Meeting

Date: January 14 - 16, 2027
Location: Omni Hotel at the Battery Atlanta

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YLD Leadership Academy

The Young Lawyers Division is now accepting applications for the 2027 Leadership Academy. The deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 18.

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YLD Signature Fundraiser

The Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia is excited to announce the 2027 Annual Signature Fundraiser will be held in Athens. The event, which proudly benefits Stepping Stone Child Advocacy and Sexual Assault Center, will be held on Saturday, Jan. 30, from 8-11 p.m. at the iconic Georgia Theatre.

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Take Charge! Conference 2026 | Register Today

Presented by the State Bar of Georgia's Law Practice Management Program, join us Sept. 17–18, 2026, at the State Bar of Georgia Conference Center in Atlanta for the Take Charge! Conference—the premier event for solo and small firm lawyers.

This year's theme, The Intelligent Firm: From Overwhelmed to Optimized, will feature nationally recognized thought leaders, innovative exhibitors and practical sessions on AI, technology, leadership, marketing and law practice management. Whether you're launching your practice, growing your firm or planning for the future, you'll gain actionable strategies, discover cutting-edge solutions, and connect with peers and industry experts who can help transform the way you practice.

Explore the latest legal technology, experience a dynamic Exhibit Hall showcasing solutions designed for law firms and leave inspired with ideas you can implement immediately.

Don't miss Georgia's premier law practice management conference! Register here, and visit www.gabarsolo.org for the latest updates.

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The Benefits of Membership

As a member, your benefits include:

Peer Support Program

Georgia Lawyers Helping Lawyers (LHL) is a confidential peer-to-peer program that will provide...

Lawyer Wellbeing

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Resource Library

The Law Practice Management Program maintains a library of books, CDs and DVDs on a variety of...

Vendor Directory

In order to help members easily locate vendors providing legal services and goods, the Bar has...

Suicide Awareness

This campaign has a dual purpose, directed toward lawyers and judges who are suffering from...

Hotel Discounts

As a member of the Bar, you are eligible for discounted rates at hotels in close proximity to the...

Job Resources

Job resources are provided as a member service of the State Bar of Georgia. This list is provided as...

SOLACE Program

SOLACE (Support of Lawyers/Legal Personnel) is a State Bar program designed to assist any member of...

Conference Center

Bar Center conference rooms can be reserved at no charge for law-related meetings. The Lawyers...

Parking Deck

Free parking is available during business hours for members visiting and using the Bar Center. A Bar...

Law Practice Management Program

Provides business management assistance; technical and general consultations; software advice and...

#UseYourSix | Pre-Paid Counseling Services

The Lawyer Assistance Program is a confidential service provided by the State Bar to help its...

Member Benefits Insurance

Member Benefits, Inc., is the recommended broker of the State Bar of Georgia for health, dental...

ReliaGuide Directory

Potential clients need a place to find trusted lawyers and Reliaguide can help. The FIND A LAWYER...

vLex Fastcase Legal Research

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