The legal profession is constantly evolving, and strong leadership is crucial for navigating its challenges. That’s where the ABA Bar Leadership Institute (BLI) steps in, acting as a vital training ground for the next generation of bar association leaders.

YLS’s Executive Council was honored to have our Chair, Silvia Mansoor, and Chair Elect, Jacob Eccleston, have the ability to attend the ABA BLI on our section’s behalf.

This intensive program is designed to cultivate leadership skills, build powerful networks, and champion diversity within bar organizations. Participants engage in dynamic workshops and plenaries led by seasoned experts, fostering collaborative discussions and knowledge sharing.

The BLI goes beyond theory, empowering attendees with practical tools and strategies to lead their bar associations and communities effectively. By tackling pressing issues facing the legal field, participants gain a deeper understanding of the landscape and emerge equipped to drive positive change.

In essence, the ABA Bar Leadership Institute is an investment in the future of the legal profession, ensuring that bar associations are led by informed, skilled, and diverse individuals ready to make a real impact.

Pictured: Left to Right

James Heath, 88th State Bar President; Silvia Mansoor, Chair of YLS; Lisa J. Hamameh, President-Elect of the State Bar of Michigan; Peter Cunningham, State Bar of Michigan Executive Director; Erika L. Bryant, Vice President of the State Bar of Michigan; Jacob Eccleston, Chair-Elect of YLS; Thomas C. Rombach, 80th State Bar President.

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Ashley Chalut is owner and principal of Ashley Legal PLLC where she practices family and criminal law in Hartland, MI.