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This year's Pro Bono Challenge is almost over! Don’t miss out on your prize! Have you reported your hours? Use our Google Docs sheet and make it count!
 
INDIVIDUALS:
1st place: Visa Gift Card in the amount of at least $400
2nd place: Visa Gift Card in the amount of at least $300
3rd place: Visa Gift Card in the amount of at least $200
 
PARTNERS:
1st place: Visa Gift Card in the amount of at least $400 (which will be split among the partners)

Learn more and see the rules here.

This year's Pro Bono Challenge is almost over! Don’t miss out on your prize! Have you reported your hours? Use our Google Docs sheet and make it count!
 
INDIVIDUALS:
1st place: Visa Gift Card in the amount of at least $400
2nd place: Visa Gift Card in the amount of at least $300
3rd place: Visa Gift Card in the amount of at least $200
 
PARTNERS:
1st place: Visa Gift Card in the amount of at least $400 (which will be split among the partners)

Learn more and see the rules here.

The March issue of Austin Lawyer is now available. Read about our Diversity Program and other initiatives like our annual Gala, learn more about Structured Settlement Sales, the legal ramifications of Winter Storm Uri, meet our members, and more. Plus, the latest news from AYLA. Read the latest issue here.

Marion "Sandy" Sanford, Jr. died last week. During his long and legendary legal career, Sandy pioneered the practice and role of the lawyer-lobbyist in Texas state government. His work impacted the statutory framework of virtually every area of business, government, and political activity. He achieved recognition as one of the most influential lawyers in the country and was consistently documented as one of the best lobbyists in Texas. Read his obituary here.

Update from the State Bar of Texas

Thursday, March 17, 2022 | 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM CT

The current president of the State Bar of Texas, Sylvia Borunda Firth, will discuss current issues facing the bar as well as outline services the bar and its ancillary organizations provide practicing attorneys in Texas.

To RSVP and receive the Zoom link please email Joseph Gagen.

Thursday, February 24, 2022 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT

Speaker: Erin Leake, The Vaught Law Firm, P.C.

Register Here.

Now through the end of February, the Austin Young Lawyers Association will be supporting the Austin Diaper Bank.  The Austin Diaper Bank supports diaper need in all age groups, from newborns to the elderly. Your donations help us keep Central Texas families clean and dry. Below is a link to their Amazon Wishlist to purchase items that they need and send them directly to the diaper bank. If you could please comment "AYLA" when provided the opportunity. Members can also donate directly to the diaper bank at one of the locations listed on their website donation page (click HERE to see location drop offs). The Austin Diaper Bank is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm to accept donated diapers.  You can also leave donations in the outdoor bin outside their back warehouse door or at the outdoor bin at the Whole Foods Market downtown and Arbor Trails.
 
There is an immediate need for diapers in sizes 4, 5, 6, and tampons.
 
Click HERE to go to the Austin Diaper Bank Amazon Wishlist. For more information about the Austin Diaper Bank and how to support them you can go to austindiapers.org

Five Steps to Protect Your Firm from Catastrophic Cyber Attacks
Friday, February 18, 2022 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT

More information and registration can be found here.

Early voting is underway until Feb. 25 in Travis County. Election Day is March 1st. Get informed! View our Judicial Forums featuring candidates seeking election.

Thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s poll. You can view the results here. We appreciate your commitment to supporting Austin Bar initiatives.