PRESIDENT’ S MESSAGE
PRESIDENT’ S MESSAGE
If you plan on joining us for the 103rd Annual Installation Banquet, tickets are available now: https:// www. palmbeachbar. org / 103rd-installation-banquet
Are You Interested In Getting More Involved?
• Attend Events: Network and learn at CLEs, luncheons, and our annual Bench Bar Conference. You can also attend our happy hours, wellness events, family outings, and other fun activities that the PBCBA hosts throughout the year.
Andrea Lewis 2024-25 PBCBA President
PBCBA Board of Director’ s Election Results
I’ m thrilled to announce the results of our recent election to fill five seats on the Board of Directors. Please join me in extending our heartfelt congratulations to the following members who will be sworn in during the June 7th, 2025 Installation Banquet at the Eau Palm Beach:
• Michael Kranz
• Lauren Johnson
• Victoria Mesa-Estrada
• Lawonda Warren
• Kelsey Burke Arrieta
Each of these outstanding individuals brings a unique perspective and deep commitment to our mission and I am confident they will continue to make meaningful contributions to the PBCBA. I look forward to seeing all that they will accomplish in the future.
If running for a board seat isn’ t for you, here are some other ways to get involved in the PBCBA:
• Join a PBCBA Committee: Our committees shape the work we do and offer great opportunities to learn, network, and collaborate with local lawyers and judges. If you are interested in joining or chairing a committee, please fill out the Committee Preference Form available on our website or send an email to Jeanne Brander at jbrander @ palmbeachbar. org.
• Volunteer for Community Outreach: Help us serve the public through pro bono clinics and education programs. For instance, our Lawyers for Literacy Committee helps provide literacy programs for children in lowincome areas of our community.
• Join a Section: Get involved in our Young Lawyers Section and / or our North County Section and expand your professional network. You can learn more about our sections and sign up here: https:// www. palmbeachbar. org / get-involved /
• Submit Content to the Bar Bulletin: Share your expertise and insights with fellow Bar members.
To get the most out of your PBCBA membership, you need to get involved. It’ s no coincidence that many bar leaders are also highly successful in their personal legal practices. These individuals understand the immense value the PBCBA offers— not just as a professional network, but as a platform for growth, visibility, and leadership. They recognize that active involvement pays dividends and they make time to participate even amidst demanding schedules. Their success is often tied to the relationships they build, the skills they refine, and the credibility they earn through bar leadership.
If you would like to learn more about the opportunities or leadership roles offered within this great organization, please do not hesitate to reach out to me and / or any current or past board member and we would be happy to share our personal experiences.
PBCBA BAR BULLETIN 3