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.

YLD President’s Page

The YLD Review

The YLD Review is the quarterly publication of the Young Lawyers Division.

Read the Lastest Issue

A black microphone on an orange and cream background.

The Georgia YLD Podcast

The Georgia YLD Podcast seeks to provide a forum for discussing subjects about the legal profession and improving the quality of legal services, as well as other matters of general interest to Georgia lawyers.

Listen now

Featured Event

2027 Midyear Meeting

January 14 - 16, 2027

Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta

2625 Circle 75 Parkway SE
Atlanta, GA 30339

Upcoming YLD Events

Nov 13

William W. Daniel National Invitational Mock Trial Competition

Date: November 13 - 15, 2026
Location: Georgia State University College of Law
Nov 19

Ethical Use of AI in the Legal Practice

Date: November 19, 2026
Dec 03

Beyond the Briefcase: A Conversation About Postpartum Support in the Legal Profession

Date: December 3, 2026

View More Events

Neon pink, blue and purple box on a black background

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.

MORE INFO

Latest News

Announcement

Formal Advisory Opinion No. 24-1 Issued Pursuant to Bar Rule 4-403

The second publication of Formal Advisory Opinion No. 24-1 appeared on the State Bar of Georgia website on Sept. 5, 2025. Members of the State Bar of Georgia were notified of the publication by email on Sept. 5, 2025, in compliance with Bar Rule 4-403 (d). The opinion was filed with the Supreme Court of Georgia on Sept. 5, 2025.

In accordance with Bar Rule 4-403 (d), the State Bar of Georgia filed a petition for discretionary review with the Supreme Court of Georgia on Sept. 11, 2025, which the Court granted on Nov. 4, 2025.

On Aug. 11, 2026, the Supreme Court of Georgia issued an order approving Formal Advisory Opinion No. 24-1. Pursuant to Bar Rule 4-403 (e), Formal Advisory Opinion No. 24-1 is binding upon all members of the State Bar of Georgia, and the Supreme Court shall accord this opinion the same precedential authority given to the regularly published judicial opinion of the Court. Click here for the full text of the opinion.

View More News

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

We’ve made lawyer wellness a priority. Visit lawyerslivingwell.org to view articles and resources...

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

vLex Fastcase is a comprehensive national law library on your computer/tablet/smartphone, with...