Young Lawyers Division sponsors Law Day program; Visit a school near you on May 1
Fifty years ago President Eisenhower proclaimed the first Law Day a "day of national dedication to the principle of government under law." The State Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) seeks volunteers to celebrate this enduring principle on May 1 by making one-hour presentations in classrooms statewide to educate students about our legal system and the legal profession."It's a great opportunity for students to have a positive interaction with an attorney," said one of last year's participants. "Many of our young people have never met a lawyer, and all they know about the legal system is what they see on TV. For others who have interacted with an attorney, many have done so under less than ideal circumstances."
Attorney volunteers will provide interactive presentations regarding the legal system and what it is like to be a lawyer. Generally, programs last for one class period, and YLD members will provide training and classroom materials.
For more information about volunteering, contact Jill Kastner at (414) 298-8282.
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