Young Lawyers' Division

YLD is a network of lawyers interested in career advancement, public service, leadership training and social interaction with lawyers of all ages. All members of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis under the age of 36 or who have been practicing law fewer than 5 years automatically become members of the Young Lawyers' Division. YLD provides programs and services responsive to the needs of the bar and the St. Louis community. YLD is governed by an executive committee of young lawyers elected by the YLD membership every year, along with committee chairs appointed by the YLD chairperson, and is an active affiliate of the YLD of the American Bar Association and the Young Lawyers’ Section of The Missouri Bar.     

Members perform valuable service projects for those in need in the St. Louis community. Several YLD public service programs have received national and statewide recognition, while assisting elderly, young, disabled, homeless, abused, and terminally ill individuals and groups. YLD assists lawyers in adapting to the ever-changing and demanding legal  profession by offering opportunities to remain updated on new laws and pertinent issues facing the legal profession through Continuing Legal Education seminars. Members may also serve as faculty for CLE seminars; develop leadership skills through participation in YLD and BAMSL committees; plan/participate in public service projects throughout the community; and network with attorneys of all ages by attending athletic and social events.

In addition, planning and participating in the numerous YLD activities and committees is an excellent way to strengthen leadership skills and network with lawyers, judges, and leaders in the community. Want to get involved? Have a question? E-mail Kerry Feld here.