YLS Futures Committee
The YLS Futures Committee was formed in 2008 to identify and study issues surrounding the "Generation Gap." The Committee writes articles, organizes events, and is in the process of developing model policies in order to help the MBA, YLS, and the local practice of law evolve smoothly and efficiently. The committee's charge is available
here.
Alternative Fee Agreements CLE
The Futures Committee presented an Alternative Fee Agreements CLE on April 28, 2010 at The University of Oregon School of Law White Stag Building. Panelists include Ted Simpson of Samuels Yoelin Kantor, Jason Hirshon of Slinde and Nelson, Jonah Paisner, Attorney at Law, Sheila Fox Morrison of Davis Wright Tremaine and Sally Fraser of Standard Insurance with Aaron Bals of Harrang Long Gary Rudnick moderating the discussion. The program which was videotaped is worth one hour of MCLE credit. You may receive CLE credit by watching the video and
reading the handouts. View the follow up article to the CLE and panel discussion
here.
YLS Young Lawyers Summit
On March 5, 2009, the YLS held a Young Lawyers Summit to discuss diversity and other issues facing today's young lawyers and to brainstorm about ways to improve the practice of law and quality of life. The Futures Committee is currently reviewing the ideas that were produced by the Summit and determining how to move forward.
Futures Committee articles
Read the Futures Committee articles published in the
Multnomah Lawyer.
Contact the Futures Committee
Contact the YLS Futures Committee at
futures@mbabar.org.
