HCBA Lawyer Magazine Vol. 29, No. 1 | Page 10

Y L D P R E S I D E N T ’ S M E S S A G E Ja s o n Wh i t t e mo re – Wa g n e r Mc La u g h l i n A notHer g reAt Y eAr A HeAd for tHe HCBA Yld O there is no better way to get to know the other young lawyers in our community than through the HCBA Yld. n June 7, 2018, the HCBA YLD board was sworn into office, marking the start of another great year for the YLD. The YLD is once again led by a group of outstanding young lawyers dedicated to promoting professionalism and service in our community. This year, the YLD will continue its mission of supporting the initiatives and goals of the HCBA; promoting professionalism and ethical conduct; providing guidance and support to new lawyers, and educational opportunities to our members; organizing programs and events for young lawyers; and encourag - ing service in our community. Although the Bar year just started, the YLD Board got straight to work planning this year’s events at our annual retreat on June 29 in Boca Grande. The YLD calendar Continued on page 9 Register n today! Make plans now to attend HCBA’s 22nd Annual Bench Bar Conference, Membership Luncheon & Judicial Reception Wednesday, October 3, 2018 - Hilton Tampa Downtown Featured Speakers: n Professor Charles Ehrhardt, Professor Emeritus, Florida State University College of Law, presenting on impeachment of witnesses n Professor Susan McManus, University of South Florida, presenting on November 2018 elections and Florida ballot measures n Plus the ever-popular “View from the Bench” sessions with the local judiciary and “View from the Box” jury panel feedback session Sponsorship opportunities available. Additional information on the conference and sponsorship opportunities at Hillsbar.com. 8 SEPT - OCT 2018 | HCBA LAWYER